Local Government News

New Supports will Strengthen Community Firefighting Capacity
Funding will be provided to local governments, First Nations and community-run volunteer and composite fire departments for various projects in the province.
  Posted: March 14, 2025

Langley City Named One of the World’s Smart21 Communities of 2025
The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) has recognized Langley City as one of the world’s Smart21 Communities of 2025, placing it among a respected group of cities and regions leading the way in innovation, digital transformation, and economic development. 
  Posted: March 13, 2025

CVRD signs MOU with Cowichan Search & Rescue Society to Explore new facility options at Bings Creek
The MOU follows previous capacity assessment work for future expansion of the Bings Creek site which explored use of the site to further incorporate CVRD Parks & Trails, Utilities and Recycling & Waste Management staff.
  Posted: March 13, 2025

City of Fort St. John and Treaty 8 Tribal Association Unite for Documentary
This joint initiative will commemorate the 125th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 8, one of the most extensive and comprehensive of the historic Numbered Treaties.
  Posted: March 12, 2025

College Of The Rockies And City of Cranbrook Create Innovation Partnership MOU Around CityStudio
College of the Rockies (COTR) and the City of Cranbrook are moving forward on a joint initiative to co-create and develop social innovation and change for the community-at-large through a new partnership with CityStudio, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
  Posted: March 11, 2025

City of New Westminster Receives $1.46M Funding Contribution for the Crises Response Pilot Project
The City’s successful submission, “The City of New Westminster’s Crises Response Pilot Project,” will work towards a number of goals as outlined in the recently released 2025 Crises Response Pilot Project Roadmap. 
  Posted: March 11, 2025

Comox Valley Local Governments Congratulate K'ómoks First Nation on Historic Treaty Ratification
The City of Courtenay, Comox Valley Regional District, Town of Comox and Village of Cumberland recognize the profound significance of this historic achievement and acknowledge the decades of dedication, negotiation, trust building and community engagement that culminated in treaty ratification.
  Posted: March 11, 2025

Adaptable-Dwelling, Seismic Provisions Take Effect March 10
After consulting the home-building community and recognizing current economic uncertainty, such as the recent U.S. tariff threat, the adaptable-dwelling requirements will be introduced in a phased approach, starting at 20% of units in large residential buildings, as opposed to the previously proposed 100%.
  Posted: March 10, 2025

Comox Valley Local Governments Voice Support for K’ómoks First Nation in Advance of Historic Treaty Vote
The City of Courtenay, Comox Valley Regional District, Town of Comox and Village of Cumberland offer heartfelt wishes to the K’ómoks community on this historic day and recognize the contributions of the K’ómoks Treaty Team in arriving at this pivotal point.
  Posted: March 7, 2025

PacifiCan Invests $6.4 Million to Drive Business Growth and Support Community Economic Development Initiatives Across British Columbia
The City of Quesnel is a recipient to expand a food processing facility to support small business growth in Northern B.C.
  Posted: March 7, 2025

Town of Ladysmith to Showcase Award-Winning Official Community Plan at LGLA Forum
In 2024, Ladysmith Unparalleled received the Silver Award for Excellence in Policy Planning (Small Town & Rural Areas) from the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC), recognizing its innovative and forward-thinking approach.
  Posted: March 7, 2025

Announcements

UNION OF BC MUNICIPALITIES



Apply for the Asset Management Planning Program

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Asset Management Planning program. Receive up to $25K towards asset management planning. The application deadline is May 23, 2025.

The intent of the Asset Management Planning program is to assist local governments in delivering sustainable services by extending and deepening asset management practices within their organizations, recognizing their size, complexity, current status and individual needs. 

The 2025 Asset Management Planning program can provide up to 50% of total project costs to the grant maximum ($25,000). The remainder is required to be funded through community contributions.

All local governments (municipalities, regional districts, and the Islands Trust) in BC are eligible to apply. For more information, visit: www.ubcm.ca/lgps/asset-management-planning

Member Award Nominations Now Open

The LGMA Member Awards are now open for nominations. Do you know of a local government colleague who has exemplified professional leadership, innovation or community and volunteer service recently? You are encouraged to nominate your colleagues who are deserving of such recognition.

Review the Membership Policy (section 3, Awards for Members) to see all awards categories and submit your nomination before May 2. Award winners will be announced on June 12 at our 2025 Annual Conference Awards Ceremony.

For more information, visit lgma.ca