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| News and Announcements | March 28, 2025 |
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Local Government News
Two Recent Vancouver Municipal Integrity Reports Highlight Need for Provincial Legislation, BC Ombudsperson Says
BC Ombudsperson Jay Chalke is urging the provincial government to take legislative action following two recent reports out of Vancouver that underscore the limitations of BC’s optional approach to municipal integrity oversight.
Posted: March 27, 2025
Grants for Cycling, Walking Paths Support Sustainability
Cyclists and walkers will enjoy more multi-use pathways, protected bike lanes, pedestrian bridges, and safety improvements as the Province helps local governments expand their active transportation infrastructure.
Posted: March 27, 2025
Strathcona Regional District Reaches Major Milestone in Transformative Healthcare Housing Project
This exciting expansion will create 20 separate self-contained units dedicated to healthcare professionals providing services in the community, in recognition of the need to strengthen this region’s healthcare system.
Posted: March 27, 2025
Province Funds Replacement of Flood-Damaged Dikes in Merritt
The Province is providing the City of Merritt with $60 million to relocate and rebuild two critical dikes, on both banks of the Coldwater River, that were damaged during the flooding of November 2021.
Posted: March 26, 2025
City of Penticton Celebrates Arrival of Western Hockey League
The estimated economic impact of a WHL franchise, for a mid-market team, is approximately $7.9 million in direct impact and $14.9 million in indirect impact. The Vees will continue to play out of the 5,000 seat South Okanagan Events Centre.
Posted: March 24, 2025
City of Rossland Releases Draft 2025-2029 Five-Year Financial Plan
The proposed plan includes a 10% tax increase per year for the next five years, with 5% allocated to addressing inflationary pressures and 5% dedicated to infrastructure renewal activities.
Posted: March 24, 2025
The Governments of Canada and British Columbia Finalize an Agreement for the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund
The funding will support the Metro Vancouver Regional District to improve the facility for the health and safety of the residents in Metro Vancouver and the surrounding coastal waters.
Posted: March 21, 2025
New Utility Operating Agreement to Provide Additional Revenues for City of West Kelowna Initiatives
The agreement will enable the City of West Kelowna to receive fees from FortisBC for their operations within the municipality.
Posted: March 21, 2025
City of North Vancouver Wins National Award for Financial Reporting
Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded a Canadian Award for Financial Reporting to City of North Vancouver for its annual financial report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.
Posted: March 21, 2025
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Announcements
PROVINCE OF BC - MINISTRY OF FINANCE
For the 6 month period beginning April 1, 2025, the Property Tax Deferment interest rates will be:
Regular Program: 3.45% Families with Children Program: 5.45% Financial Hardship Program: 5.45%
MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY OF BC
Expanding the Sustaining Education Alliance in support of BC Local Government Education
The Municipal Finance Authority of BC (MFA) is pleased to announce a second partner in the Sustaining Education Alliance (SEA) – the Government Finance Officers Association of British Columbia (GFOABC). Established in 1989, the GFOABC represents local government finance professionals across BC with a membership comprising of over 1000 members representing 160 Municipalities and 28 Regional Districts. GFOABC’s mission is to promote excellence in local government through the support and development of our members and to be the leading source for knowledge sharing that empowers BC local government financial excellence.
In June 2024, MFA launched the Sustaining Education Alliance (SEA). This significant funding initiative was created to ensure the sustainable delivery of, and ongoing access to meaningful educational opportunities for local government leaders in British Columbia. To achieve these goals, the MFA will work collaboratively with the key providers of training and conference events in the province by sharing significant funding to augment their training and events.
To learn more visit Sustaining Education Alliance | Municipal Finance Authority of BC
BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM
BC Communities in Bloom - Register Before April 25th
Over the years, BC Communities in Bloom has played a pivotal role in enhancing the liveability of towns and cities. The program encourages municipalities to strive for excellence in horticulture, heritage conservation, and environmental practices.
The active involvement of community members in BC Communities in Bloom initiatives fosters a collaborative spirit and empowers citizens to take ownership of their surroundings.
Evaluated Registration closes April 25th.
Smaller community groups or clubs are encouraged to participate with a Community Showcase.
BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM Provincial Society was formed to administrate the Provincial Edition of the National Communities in Bloom Program. www.bccib.ca for more information.
UNION OF BC MUNICIPALITIES
Canada Community-Building Fund Regional Workshops
UBCM is hosting a series of workshops for members to learn more about the Canada Community-Building Fund in BC. These sessions will be of particular interest to senior staff and staff involved in grant program management, project management, and/or asset management. There is no cost to attend; pre-registration is required.
Check dates and locations, and register here. |
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