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Legislation Overview
On November 6, the Province of BC introduced legislation under Bill 45, Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act, that will apply to local governments who seek court injunctions to remove or regulate homeless encampments. These amendments will have significant…
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Local government staff and elected officials are invited to attend a webinar examining GIS data standards that will need to be met by local governments as part of the transition to Next Generation 911 (NG911) services. The webinar will take place on November 27, 10 – 11:30 am…
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The Province has introduced legislation that will bring about sweeping changes to the local planning framework through new requirements to allow increased density in areas currently zoned for single-family or duplex use. The legislation will also change housing needs reporting…
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Two opportunities for elected officials to participate in climate action leaning are coming up. One focuses on energy decarbonization, and a second five-webinar series is designed to support elected leaders in taking a leadership role in climate action. Both are hosted by the BC…
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The BC HEAT Committee (BC Health Effects of Anomalous Temperatures Coordinating Committee) is seeking input from local governments on a guidance document aimed at supporting inadequately housed populations from cold weather exposure.
To receive a copy of the guidance document,…
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Each month we provide an update on UBCM funding programs and information on other programs, events, and resources that may be of interest to local governments and First Nations.
Local Government Program ServicesApplications are currently being accepted for the following funding…
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The Disaster and Emergency Management National Core Competency Working Group is seeking input from local governments as part of its ongoing work to identify baseline competencies and capabilities to support the professionalization of disaster and emergency management. Local…
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The Electoral Area Directors’ Forum will be held on January 30 and 31 at the Radisson Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond, BC. Registration is now open.
The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) Forum is scheduled immediately following the EAD forum, from January 31-…
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Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of Asset Management BC’s 2023 Conference, to be held at the Radisson Vancouver Airport Hotel, November 8-9. The cost is $549 per delegate. Registration is open until November 3.
Keynote addresses will be provided by Isaiah Robinson of the…
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The Province’s Civil Forfeiture Grant Program is now accepting applications from organizations seeking funding for community safety initiatives. Interested local governments have until Wednesday, November 22, 2023 (4:30 PM) to submit their applications.
Each applicant may apply…