The Local Government Leadership Academy’s Elected Officials Seminars (EOS) are held every four years following the local government general election and will be held this winter across the province. They are designed to deepen elected official and senior staff understanding…
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Nominations are now open for the next UBCM Executive. The deadline for advance nominations is July 31, 2026 at 4pm. Interested candidates should review the Call for Nominations for details on what positions are available, responsibilities of Executive members, and election…
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The Province has provided an update on its implementation of the Coastal Marine Strategy and will be holding a webinar for local government staff and officials on June 23.
Last week the Province provided an update on 20 marine stewardship projects that will be funded in 2026, in…
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The Ministry of Forests will be hosting a set of regional information sessions for local governments to present its intentions for heritage conservation legislation this fall. The Province has sent notice of these sessions directly to UBCM members. We encourage members to attend…
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Consultation is now under way to develop the regulations and policies to implement the Construction Prompt Payment Act (CPPA), starting with a Discussion Paper. The Act aims to ensure contractors and subcontractors will be paid on time for future construction…
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The B.C. Road Safety Strategy Steering Committee is inviting local governments to participate in virtual engagement sessions regarding the upcoming B.C. Road Safety Strategy 2030. Formal invitations have been distributed to all local governments, providing details on session…
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The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC), in collaboration with the Single Standard of Fire Safety Working Group, has updated its Regional District Fire Inspection and Fire Investigation Procedures document. The updated document defines more clearly how fire inspections and…
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Each month, we provide an update on funding programs administered by UBCM along with and information on other programs, events, and resources of interest to local governments and First Nations.
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Long Service Awards - Each year, UBCM presents Long Service Awards to…
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Local governments and UBCM First Nations members are invited to join a virtual information session on June 8, 1-2pm, regarding Look West – B.C.’s strategy to deliver major projects, expand skills training and grow key sectors to strengthen the economy. The session is open…
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Funding will be unchanged for BC local governments, but the name of this regular allocation has been changed to the Build Communities Strong Fund–Community Stream.
What was the Canada Community-Building Fund has been integrated into the federal government’s Build Communities…