Protecting vulnerable people.
Protecting vulnerable people.
Driving is a privilege, not a right. Road collisions are a leading cause of death and injury and are a major public health issue in British Columbia.
B.C. has made a number of decisions about what our provincial cannabis regulatory framework will look like.
Public safety is about creating a secure, just and resilient British Columbia.
Are you prepared for an emergency? Learn how the province is involved in emergencies and find resources for your household, neighbourhood and community.
British Columbia is taking action to prevent crime and make communities safer. This includes doing criminal record checks for people working with children and vulnerable adults, deterring metal theft by regulating metal dealers and recyclers, and creating the Protection Order Registry.
Our forests and wildlands cover over 94 million hectares (nearly a million square kilometres) with approximately 2,000 wildfires occurring each year. Thanks to the efforts of the BC Wildfire Service the majority of these fires are contained within 24 hours.
Be prepared for emergencies: know the hazards, make a plan, and gather supplies.
Know a Child Who Needs Help? Call 310-1234 (no area code needed).
Thursday, September 19, 2024
To improve safety and traffic flow, work will start in October 2024 at the intersection of Highway 97 and Skaha Hills Drive.