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| News and Announcements | April 19, 2024 |
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Local Government News
City of Fort St. John Invests in Emergency Services Building
Fort St. John City Council is pleased to announce the acquisition of a 10,000-square-foot property to serve as a dedicated emergency services building. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in bolstering the community's response capabilities.
Posted: April 19, 2024
New Rules Take Effect to Rein in Short-Term Rentals, Deliver More Homes
New short-term rental rules are set to come into effect on May 1, 2024, as the Province releases additional information to guide hosts, platforms and visitors through the changes.
Posted: April 19, 2024
Delta Launches Home Suite Home Program for Secondary Suites
This innovative new initiative is designed to encourage homeowners with existing secondary suites to bring their properties into compliance with the BC Building Code, opening up more much-needed housing for individuals and families in Delta communities.
Posted: April 19, 2024
More Buses, Better Service Coming to Metro Vancouver
To support efficient and stable service in the region, the Province is committing as much as $300 million in new capital funding for TransLink's 2024 Investment Plan that will support TransLink's bus purchases for much-needed expansion.
Posted: April 18, 2024
Earthquake Early Warning System at Sooke Fire Station Enhances Community Safety
Sooke Fire Rescue, in collaboration with Natural Resources Canada, is pleased to announce the installation of an advanced Earthquake Early Warning system at Sooke Fire Station One. This system bolsters community safety by providing rapid detection and notification of seismic events.
Posted: April 16, 2024
Vancouver Leads Industry in Protecting Firefighters with New PFAS-free gear
City firefighters will face reduced risk of cancer as Vancouver Fire Rescue Services becomes the first fire department in North America to transition to turnout gear free from Per-and-Polyfluoroalkyl Substances.
Posted: April 15, 2024
FireSmart Program Returns to Squamish-Lillooet Regional District
The FireSmart program is returning to the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District with new initiatives aimed at empowering residents to keep their properties, neighbourhoods and communities safe from wildfire.
Posted: April 15, 2024
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Announcements
BC HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
New Resource for Local Governments – Child and Youth Mental Well-Being Information Guide
BC Healthy Communities and Vancouver Coastal Health have created an information guide highlighting how local governments affect child and youth mental well-being. The guide includes research, examples, and information sources to inform action on four key protective factors: participation, play, safety, and social connection and belonging. You can find the resource here: https://bchealthycommunities.ca/index.php/child-and-youth-mental-well-being-resources/
To learn more about the guide you can also attend one of the upcoming information sessions by filling out the form here: https://bchealthycommunities.ca/index.php/2024/03/22/sign-up-for-an-info-session-on-child-and-youth-mental-well-being-guide/
PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA - MINISTRY OF FINANCE
Announcement - Property Tax Deferment - Interest Rate Changes Regular Deferment Program: 5.20% Families with Children Program: 7.20% Financial Hardship Program: 7.20%
BC 1 CALL
BC 1 Call's 2023 User Survey Results: The Highlights
Thank you from BC 1 Call to the 1,176 users of BC 1 Call's service who took the time in 2023 to provide ratings and comments. Overall, BC 1 Call’s user community expressed high satisfaction levels, while providing excellent suggestions for improvement! Here are the highlights: https://www.bc1c.ca/news-media/
BC FORESTRY INNOVATION INVESTMENT
GOING TALLER WITH MASS TIMBER
Just announced! British Columbia moves to allow mass timber in buildings up to 18 storeys!
The BC Building Code has officially been updated to expand opportunities for mass timber construction allowing greater heights than previously permitted and new building types.
The following changes are now included in the BC Building Code:
-Mass timber buildings built to 18-storeys
-Encapsulation requirements tailored to the scale of the building
-New building types permitted in mass timber, such as restaurants, shops, warehouses, and care facilities.
For more information on building with mass timber and taller wood, visit https://www.naturallywood.com/
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