As the world faces ongoing economic uncertainty, #Budget2026 makes careful choices to protect what matters most to British Columbians. We’re safeguarding the services people rely on, while strengthening and growing BC’s economy. @brendavancouver.bsky.social

Building on B.C.'s leadership in removing interprovincial trade barriers, I just introduced the Trade Recognition Act. If passed, goods and services legally sold in any Canadian province could also be sold in B.C., no duplicate testing or certifications required. 1/2

British Columbians have been celebrating Black History Month for more than 30 years. Across BC, many organizations are hosting events that honour Black voices and achievements — including the BC Black History Awareness Society. Find events near you: BCBlackHistory.ca/Events

As a part of our work in the North, the B.C. Government and Doig River First Nation want your input for developing a joint land use planning project to the east and north of Fort St. John. (1/4)

It’s Groundhog Day! Vancouver Island Violet has made her prediction! Six more weeks of winter! This was confirmed by her mate Phillip who also got in the weather prediction action. Watch here:

Thanks to all the organizations, businesses and individuals who participated last summer and fall in the first series of engagements for the land use plan in Tahltan Territory. (1/6)

Thanks to the city of Prince George for hosting another excellent B.C. Natural Resource Forum.

The Hardy Buoys are on the case – to make delicious, made-in-B.C. smoked salmon. Yesterday, I had a chance to tour the Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish facility, and of course it was also a chance to buy a whole bunch of smoked salmon. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Want in-person help getting your marine boathouse or dock authorized for a 20 year renewable tenure in the shíshálh swiya? Eligible marine dock and boathouse owners can now self-register for this priority, streamlined process.

Turning reconciliation into a wedge issue might generate headlines, but it would come at the expense of jobs and prosperity for British Columbians. We all want to build the B.C. of our dreams. To get there, the path forward is together — or not at all. vancouversun.com/opinion/op-e...

Opinion: The path forward in B.C. is together, or not at all

Repealing DRIPA wouldn't make title claims, like the one involving the Cowichan, go away but it would mean major projects would be at risk.

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Before heading out this holiday season, make sure your vehicle is ready for winter weather. Pack an emergency kit, extra windshield washer fluid, and always check road conditions. Learn more at gov.bc.ca/WinterDriving

As we near the end of December, we also are marking another successful year of operating BC’s Invasive Mussel Defence Program (IMDP). (1/7)

Two new cases of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) have been detected in deer harvested in the Kootenay Region, marking a total of eight confirmed cases to date, all within the Province’s current management boundary. (1/4)

Today, I had the opportunity to participate in the announcement of the conservation of 45,000 hectares of timberland, a private land acquisition led by Nature Conservancy Canada and one of the largest private acquisitions for conservation in Canadian history. (1/3)

‼️ MAINTAINED FLOOD WARNING ‼️ ❗ For #Chilliwack River and tributaries ❗ ❗ For North Shore Mountains ❗ We are working with local governments and First Nations to ensure everyone has what they need to keep people safe. 👉 bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/advisories/FWN_2025_12_15_0830_NC_CC_SC_update.pdf

Flood Warning for Fraser Valley East. Rivers have exceeded riverbanks or will exceed them soon in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Hope and east to Manning Park. Stay clear of riverbanks. Updates: EmergencyInfoBC.gov.bc.ca

Flood Watch for Fraser Valley: Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Manning Park and rivers (Coquihalla, Skagit, Sumas, Chilliwack). Rivers rising—flooding possible. Stay away from fast water, clear drains, prep for low-lying flooding. Updates: EmergencyInfoBC.gov.bc.ca

Last summer, I issued a ministerial order to authorize 20-year renewable tenures for existing marine docks. Today, we are issuing the same for existing marine boathouses. (1/5)

The outdoor recreation sector directly contributes around $4.8 billion to BC's economy, supporting jobs, businesses and communities. What's your favourite BC outdoor activity? Plan your next adventure at SuperNaturalBC.com

Canadians need their governments focused on real projects, not a fantasy pipeline with no investors. BC has billions of dollars in privately led projects that are going to create thousands of jobs and bring prosperity to Canada. We cannot put them at risk.

Ending gender-based violence starts with everyday actions. To mark 16 Day of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, here are 16 ways you can make a difference—from speaking up to supporting survivors. Together, we can create a safer BC: gov.bc.ca/DomesticViolence

Thanks to the Fish, Wildlife and Habitat Coalition for hosting MLAs to learn about their work to prioritize the health of our lands, waters, and wildlife in BC. (1/3)

It was great to speak today at the Sport Fishing Institute’s Annual Policy Conference in Vancouver, where the theme was balanced and sustainable fisheries. (1/3)

We began B.C.’s largest investment in fish habitat restoration in 2019 with the B.C. Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (#BCSRIF) that grew to over $285 million, launched 170 projects provincewide and built invaluable partnerships (1/3)

On World Fisheries Day, I reflect on people and efforts that are restoring fish habitats in B.C. In the Nechako River near Vanderhoof, the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative used specialized equipment and crews to carefully clean and restore 1/3)

I spent my morning with Sean, who gave me an amazing tour of his Kusshi Oyster Farm - the result of generations of experience grounded in family and place. Shellfish farms employ 1,000 British Columbians and strengthen our coastal communities, along with the B.C. Shellfish Growers Association.

Tucked away in the middle of downtown Campbell River is the BC Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences. This non-profit society located on B.C.’s coast has a state-of-the-art facility that researches and analyses aquatic life from our ocean and freshwater systems.

That’s a wrap! The 10th First Nations Leadership Gathering was a chance to reconnect with so many great leaders from Nations all around BC.

We are working hard to make sure that natural resource permitting works for everyone, and between now and December 12th we are collecting public feedback on 10 proposed changes to remove delays, simplify processes and eliminate duplication. (1/3)

We are working hard to make sure that natural resource permitting works for everyone, and between now and December 12th we are collecting public feedback on 10 proposed changes to remove delays, simplify processes and eliminate duplication. (1/3)