April 17, 2026

Improving access to team-based care for people in Surrey

Residents of south Surrey and surrounding communities have improved access to timely, team-based care with the opening of a new urgent and primary care centre (UPCC) on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

“People living in the fast-growing community of south Surrey will have more access to urgent and primary care at this new centre, helping them get the right care in the right place,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “This new UPCC will expand community-based health care and help to reduce wait times at emergency departments, so people get the timely care they need closer to home.”

The UPCC at 1711 152 St. will provide urgent primary care from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily, including statutory holidays. It will accommodate approximately 57,000 patient visits annually with care delivered primarily through in-person visits and virtual care provided as needed.

To best accommodate the community’s needs, the South Surrey UPCC will focus on providing urgent, episodic primary care. While patients will not be attached to a primary-care provider at this UPCC,

the UPCC will assist people with registering on the Health Connect Registry if they are seeking attachment to a primarycare provider.

Team-based approach connects patients to urgent primary care

The centre delivers care through a teambased care model, bringing together physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and social workers. It is opening with a full clinical staffing complement of approximately 23 full-time-equivalent care providers, including relief. The clinical staff will be supported by additional nonclinical team members, such as medical office assistants, health-unit aides and a clinic manager.

“Receiving timely health-care services and connections to specialized supports has a real impact on patients and families,” said Dermot Kelly, pres-

ident and CEO, Fraser Health. “The new South Surrey Urgent and Primary Care Centre brings that care to people on a local level, reducing the burden of finding that care when you need to access it quickly. I’m grateful for our partners and teams for bringing this valuable service to south Surrey, and to the staff and medical staff who will deliver quality care here.”

People who have urgent, non-life-threatening conditions, such as fever, minor cuts that may need stitches, burns, headaches or earaches, and sprains, but do not require emergency department services, will have

access to health care at the UPCC, seven days a week, including statutory holidays.

The UPCC is designed to meet a variety of health-care needs, including diagnosing and treating a new or urgent health problem, making a connection to more specialized services and supporting people to self-manage chronic health conditions. Medical imaging services are also colocated on site.

Part of B.C.’s plan to improve primary care

The Province has committed more than $5 million in annual operating costs and a one-time startup amount of more than $800,000 for the South Surrey UPCC. The total capital cost is approximately $8.1 million, funded jointly by the government and Fraser Health.

The Province is committed to providing timely, high-quality care when and where people need it. The South Surrey UPCC is a key part of B.C.’s plan to strengthen primary care, improving access to sameday urgent and primary care, connecting people to co-ordinated, team-based services in their community, and easing pressure on hospital emergency departments.

CFIB says B.C. must match federal gas tax relief

Following the federal government announcement that it would temporarily suspend the federal excise tax on gas and diesel, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is calling on the B.C. government to match the relief through provincial gas taxes.

“Small businesses tell us they are increasingly worried about the impact of rising fuel prices. Those costs are beginning to show up on store shelves and invoices as

they get passed onto consumers,” said Ryan Mitton, Director of Legislative Affairs for CFIB in B.C. “Temporarily suspending provincial motor fuel taxes could save drivers up to 27 cents a litre, depending on the scale of relief.”

The provincial gas taxes drivers pay vary by city. Temporarily suspending provincial gas taxes would result in the following savings:

· Vancouver – 27 cents a litre

· Victoria – 20 cents a litre

· Rest of B.C. – 14.5 cents a litre

For a construction contractor working on a project in Vancouver, this tax relief would translate into saving $23.49 on a tank of gas for a standard pickup truck.

“Entrepreneurs don’t need a task force to tell them the price of gas is too high,” said

Kalith Nanayakkara, CFIB’s Senior Policy Analyst for B.C. “Small businesses have been hit by multiple tax increases in the latest provincial budget, so the least the province could do right now is help them with the high cost of gas.”

CFIB’s latest Monthly Business Barometer showed a spike in fuel cost constraints reported by B.C. small businesses, rising 10 points to 35 percent in March 2026.

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2026 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss Max. Full size EV pickup stands out!

Review by Veeno Dewan.

ABBOTSFORD DENTAL CENTRE

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss is full size. EV pickup offering a specialized, factory-lifted off-road package designed for rugged capability, featuring a 2-inch factory lift and Z71 suspension, skid plates, and off road Tires specially tuned for offroad handling Available in gas and new EV, it features modern sleeker styling with functional off-road technology like Terrain Mode.

kW of charging power, which can provide a 160-km charge in just 10 minutes.

Powertrain options ion the Silverado Trail Boss include a powerful 6.2L V8 engine on gas models, delivering 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The 2026 Electric (EV) Trail Boss. Max Range (As tested) adds a new dimension to the lineup, offering gasoline free driving, zero emissions and high-torque off-road power and the ability to “crab “ sideways for enhanced maneuverability. There is also a unique, cut-away front bumper with integrated tow hooks.

If you opt for the Extended 170. kWh battery pack buyers gain 625 horsepower and 775 pound-feet of torque, with 660 kilometers of EV range. The Trail Boss Max 205.0 kWh battery pack option adds an extra 100 hp and extend the driving range to a class leading 770 Kms.

In terms of electric charging, DC Fast charging can handle up to 350

When it comes to cargo capacitythe Trail Boss also has more than 10 feet of available storage space in the bed when both the mid-gate and the Multi-Flex tailgate are lowered. It can carry up to up to 1,500 lbs of payload (Trail Boss Max Range), and the EV Trail Boss can tow up to 10,200 lbs, although towing greatly reduces EV driving range.

As for pricing, the standard Silverado EV Work Truck is priced from $67,633 to $86,333 with a standard battery pack. The high- end Trail Boss Extended Range is $92,399 while the Max Range models start at $109,899.

Access to electric power can be found throughout the truck; there are multiple USB and USB-C ports for front and rear passengers; a 12-volt outlet at the front of the centre console; a 120-volt outlet at the rear of the centre console, another one in the 303-litre front trunk and four more in the bed. There is also a 240-volt outlet is also in the bed; and there’s up to 10.2 kW of off-board power available. via the bed making the Silverado EV a mighty useful source of remote power for camping and outdoor recreational activates.

The Silverado’s interior cabin echoes the same as normal gas-powered version except for a slightly different gauge cluster. The dash is nicely designed ,clean, logical, and features a nice big 17.7-inch touchscreen that is easy to use with bright graphics and quick responses. Accessing drive modes and the multiple camera views around the truck proved to be simple. Thankfully, the Silverado EV does feature a plethora of tactile physical controls. On board storage space is plentiful, and the second row rear cabin has good egress and entry. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front and rear seats and cooled front seats, optional full-length moonroof and all the usual features and creature comforts are present. It is superbly roomy, comfortable luxury laden truck in the Premium version as tested.

On the road – like all EVs the Silverado offers blistering acceleration 0- 96km in a sports car like 3.3 seconds!. Most surprising of all is the Silverado’s ride-and-handling which is smoother than the normal gasoline powered version, It’s due to the weight of the batteries and the low center of gravity and independent rear suspension. Power delivery is di-

rect and without delay. This is a quick comfortable truck, but it can also be worked hard if need be. There is also the excellent SuperCruise system for hands-free automated highway drive system with trailering capability.

The Silverado EV has proper towing aids such as Pro Trailer Backup Assist and other technology. There are multiple terrain modes and the 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler AllTerrain tires offer tremendous grip . Meanwhile, the 2.0-inch lift and the higher frontal approach angle offers easy rough terrain climbing ability. Along with an Off-Road setting, rear wheel steering and Sidewinder mode (which turns all four wheels in the same direction for a sideways “crab walk” the Silverado Ev is fully competent for mild off-road terrain.

Downsides are few – The Silverado EV is expensive and I would not see this as a basic construction site work truck that you can beat up! Still, it is innovative, and is a terrific addition to the Silverado Lineup. Just the thing if large versatile EV pickup for recreational use is your future plans.

2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss priced from $92,399.

More info at www.chevrolet.ca.

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BCFED Day of Mourning ceremony April 28 at BC Legislature

This year’s Day of Mourning ceremony, remembering workers killed, injured or made sick by their work, will take place on Tuesday, April 28 on the steps of the BC Legislature from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.

The ceremony will include speakers from labour and local government, as well as Avneet and Avnoor Sidhu, daughters of Sarabjit Kaur Sidhu. She was one of three farmworkers killed on March 7, 2007, while being transported to work in an overloaded and poorly maintained passenger van.

For ceremonies in other BC locations, see www.dayofmourning.bc.ca.

Speakers:

Host: Kirk Mercer

President, Victoria Labour Council

Marianne Alto

Mayor of Victoria

Sussanne Skidmore

President, British Columbia Federation of Labour

Avneet Sidhu and Avnoor Sidhu

Laird Cronk

Chair and Public Interest Representative, Workers’ Compensation Board

Hon. Jennifer Whiteside

British Columbia Minister of Labour

Hon. David Eby

Premier of British Columbia

Photo/video opportunities:

12:10 pm — The Victoria Firefighters Association (IAFF Local 730) Honour

Guard and the Saanich Fire Fighters Association (IAFF Local 967) piper lead speakers to stage

12:15 pm — Speakers begin

12:45 pm — Participants will observe a minute of silence.

1:00 pm (approximately) — A series of signs will line the walkway between the stairs and the Centennial Fountain, bearing the occupation and cause of death of each worker who died because of their work in 2025. A procession of participants will lay flowers at the base of these signs.

Interview availability:

BCFED President Sussanne Skidmore will be available for interviews before and after the ceremony, as will family speakers Avneet Sidhu and Avnoor Sidhu.

Contact: media@bcfed.ca on site:Tracey Phan tphan@bcfed.ca

778-863-0663

For availability of the other speakers, please contact their offices.

ICBC investing $13.3 million in apprenticeship grants to strengthen B.C.’s collision repair workforce

ICBC is investing $13.3 million over the next four years in new apprenticeship grants to address labour shortages in the collision repair industry, help reduce repair wait times over the longer term, and develop the next generation of skilled workers.

ICBC announced the investment today at Vancouver Community College with Rick Hatswell, board chair of the Automotive Retailers Association and

president of Craftsman Collision and industry partners.

The new grants will increase apprenticeship opportunities at ICBC Repair Network facilities for automotive refinishing technicians and auto body and collision repair technicians. Up to $56,500 is available per apprenticeship to eligible ICBC Repair Network facilities, covering a substantial portion of employers’ apprenticeship costs.

As more technicians are trained, collision repair facilities will be able to strengthen their workforce to meet demand, helping shorten repair times for customers after a crash so they can get back on the road sooner with safe, high-quality repairs.

ICBC is also introducing new grants for women and Indigenous apprentices to diversify the workforce, support rural repair businesses by funding travel

costs for apprentices who need to travel to access training, and recognizing more pathways into the trades.

The grants are structured to strengthen the long-term workforce more quickly by encouraging apprentices to move through training in a timely way. Funding is tied to each year of training and Red Seal certification.

B.C. convenes task force on impacts of Iran war

A cross-government task force will monitor the impacts of the Iran war and help prepare British Columbia for these potential global impacts.

As the war in Iran continues, British Columbia is bracing for medium- and long-term impacts to supply chains in industries, such as health care, agriculture, energy and transportation.

“While the war in Iran is the driving force for recent price shocks, we have a responsibility to do what we can to prepare and protect people in B.C.,” said Premier David Eby. “On top of the recent fuel-price spikes, we know that there are weeks of supply-chain disruptions that haven’t even made it to our shores yet. That’s why we’re bringing the right people around one table to stay ahead of disruptions, sup-

port people and businesses, and make sure we’re ready to respond as this situation evolves.”

The internal government task force will begin meeting this week and scale up resources and planning as needed.

The Premier is also calling on federal and provincial governments across Canada to co-ordinate responses to ensure the best outcomes for British Columbians and Canadians.

“By working together, we can weather any future storms,” Premier Eby said.

“We know British Columbians are already feeling the impacts at the gas pump,” said Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth. “The impacts could include medical supplies, fertilizer and beyond, so it is crucial we are as prepared as possible.”

Liberals strengthen team to build Canada strong for all

Liberals congratulate Tatiana Auguste, Danielle Martin and Doly Begum on their election as Liberal MPs, joining our team in Parliament and the biggest women's caucus in history.

This is a decisive moment for Canada — one that calls for serious leadership, a strong economic plan, and leaders from all backgrounds standing up to build a better future. Tatiana Auguste, Danielle Martin and Doly Begum’s successful elections help ensure Mark Carney and our new Liberal government have an even stronger team working together collaboratively to keep delivering for Canadians.

“Canadians believe in Mark Carney, our Liberal team, and our plan,” said Azam Ishmael, National Director of the Liberal Party of Canada. “These by-election results are a testament to the hard work of our candidates and volunteers, and the momentum be -

hind our Liberal team’s work to build Canada Strong for all.”

This successful result builds on the Liberal Party’s record-breaking 2026 National Convention this past weekend, with 4,500 Canadians getting together in Montréal – more than half attending for the very first time.

Over the past year, the Liberal Party saw more than 300,000 Canadians sign up as new Registered Liberals, achieved its best-ever year for grassroots fundraising, and earned the mostever votes in a general election of any party. Most recently, the party also achieved its best-ever first quarter for fundraising outside of an election year. Liberals are united by the work ahead for our country. Mark Carney and our new Liberal government will continue to be relentlessly focused on building a Canada strong for all, and work with all parties to deliver for Canadians.

Celebrating Canadian Citizenship: Unity, Belonging and Building Our Nation Together

The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement to mark the start of Citizenship Week:

“Citizenship Week is an opportunity for people across Canada to reflect on what unites us as Canadians. As Minister, and a proud Canadian of Lebanese origin, I am especially pleased to recognize and celebrate our newest citizens this week.

Canada is built by the people who call it home. Indigenous Peoples, newcomers and Canadians across the country contribute every day to shaping a strong, inclusive and resilient nation.

Canadian citizenship is both a privilege and a responsibility. It calls on each of us to respect one another, to take part in our communities and to help shape the future of our country.

identity, rights, and obligations.

Citizenship ceremonies held throughout the week are important milestones. They highlight the importance of belonging, participation and shared purpose. They remind us that Canadian citizenship is not only a legal status, but also a connection to one another and to the future we are building together.

I encourage everyone to take part in Citizenship Week by attending a citizenship ceremony, welcoming new citizens into their communities, and reflecting on what it means to be Canadian.

To those becoming citizens this week: your stories, experiences and contributions are shaping the Canada we are building together.”

This week is a celebration of Canadian

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gwl krdyN aF klrk sr dI, ijhnF nUM aYny

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ikhf jo mYN kdy nI BuwlI,”vfihgurU! qUM bMidaF

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mYzm kihMdy hoieaF. klrk sr nUM afpdy

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hoxf aqy XUnIvristI dI gwzI ny pypr lYx

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idMdy rhy,zfierYktr mYzm,aYzy sInIar aiDafpk,klrk mqlb sfrf kflj mMno myrf hI sI.

Auh mYNnUM svyr qy Èfm dy iemiqhfn drimafn ipMz nUM jo ik msF kflj qoN 5 ku iklomItr hoxf, rotI Kfx vI nI jfx idMdy sI, mYN kflj dI mYws ‘c jf ky aYNvy TUMgy ijhy lf afAuxy,kdy kmry ‘c rotI nI sI mMgvfeI, mYNnUM muÌq rotI Kfx jfxf bVf ajIb jo lwgdf sI. sfieMs kflj dI pÙviswDI AuNJ hI nhIN sI, ieh mYN suprzYNtI dy smyN dOrfn mihsUs kIqf. koeI vrdfn hI sI ik AuwQy sdf sUJvfn zfierYktr sfihbfn rhy,sfry aiDafpk sfihbfn, pÙvbMDkI kmytI sB bfkmfl hI cuxy jFdy rhy sn. ‘qy sB qoN byimsfl sn Auh klrk sfihbfn ijhnF kflj df sfrf dÌqrI kMm afp ikMny lMby smyN qoN sFiBaf jo hoieaf sI, hor vI klrk sfihbfn sn AuwQy pr pqf nI pUry kflj ‘c iewk Auh vI sn ijhnF nfl icr sdIvI sFJ mihsUs huMdI rhI. pqf nI ikAuN,ikvyN ‘qy iks sMdrB ‘c boly bol amr ho gey sn[[[[[[[[[[“vfihgurU! qUM bMidaF ‘c vwsdf eyN swcIN!”

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City of Mission: Efficiency Review Update

At the request of Council, a comprehensive review was undertaken of the City by the Innova Strategy Group. Innova is a municipal government consulting company that has conducted over 70 similar reviews of local governments.

The consultants involved are both former City Managers with extensive

municipal leadership and management experience. Council has been briefed on the review and has had an opportunity to consider a substantial report prepared by Innova.

A summary of the report is available now.

Read the summary report

Council is supportive of the recommendations and has asked staff to develop an implementation plan to implement and further analyse the recommendations. That plan is being prepared, and implementation has already begun on some of the recommendations.

The review was exceptionally thorough and gives the City a road map for the next two to three years that will help Mission evolve into a more robust municipality with greater capability to serve the public,” said Mayor Horn.

Premier’s statement on Vaisakhi

Premier David Eby has issued the following statement celebrating Vaisakhi:

“Throughout British Columbia, streets will fill with colour, music and community spirit as Sikh families and friends gather to celebrate Vaisakhi.

“Vaisakhi marks a defining moment in Sikh history –the founding of the Khalsa in 1699 – and remains one of the most sacred and joyous days in the Sikh calendar. On this day, Sikhs reflect on the values of equality, courage and compassion that continue to guide the community.

erosity of the Sikh community and warmly welcome people of all backgrounds to take part. “The Sikh principle of seva – selfless service – is lived every day in communities throughout B.C., whether through volunteering, charitable work or caring for neighbours. Vaisakhi is a powerful re-

“British Columbia is home to one of the largest Sikh communities outside India, and our province proudly hosts some of the most vibrant Vaisakhi celebrations in the world. From neighbourhood gatherings at gurdwaras to large-scale parades, these events showcase the strength and gen-

minder of this enduring commitment to serving others. “As we also mark Sikh Heritage Month, we recognize and celebrate the many ways Sikh British Columbians have helped shape our province in business, public service, the arts and community leadership.

“To everyone celebrating, I extend my warmest wishes for a joyful and meaningful Vaisakhi.

“Vaisakhi Diyan Lakh Lakh Vadhaiyan!”

Minister’s, provincial health officer’s statements on the 10th anniversary of the toxic-drug crisis

Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, have issued the following statements marking the 10th anniversary of the toxic-drug crisis being declared a public-health emergency:

Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, said:

“Today marks a decade of the toxicdrug public-health emergency, and over a decade of lives lost to increasingly unpredictable and highly toxic street drugs. This crisis is impacting our entire province, as well as Canada and North America, and has been filled with heartbreak, fear and grief for families, friends and colleagues. Each person lost was once a child, someone with a story and a future, a life cut short and a loss that families and communities will carry forever.

“Substance use often begins with experiences such as trauma, mental- and physical-health challenges, poverty, stigma and barriers to safe and stable supports. No one sets out intending to become addicted. That is why we continue to fight stigma and break down barriers to keep people alive and ensure they can access the help they need.

“Over the past decade, we have taken important steps to save lives, expand care and keep communities safe, recognizing that the toxic-drug crisis is complex and has no single solution. Working across government and with partners, these actions reduce substance-related harms, increase prevention and education, and expand access to treatment, supportive housing and other supports like Foundry centres, the Road to Recovery model, overdose-prevention services, takehome naloxone, drug checking, prescribed alternatives, opioid agonist treatment and digital tools that enable rapid response to overdoses.

“Together, these efforts alongside other factors, such as changes to the drug supply, have contributed to the declining number of deaths caused by toxic drugs from 2,315 in 2024 to 1,826 in 2025. The BC Centre for Disease Control regularly models the estimated number of death events averted due to harm reduction and opioid agonist treatment interventions. From January 2019 to October 2025, 49,560 death events, or 78% of potential death events, were prevented with take-home naloxone (39,960), observed consumption sites (17,060) and opioid agonist treatment (23,520).

“But even one death is one too many, and as this emergency continues to evolve, people are still experiencing harms associated with toxic-drug poisoning. This means our work is nowhere near done. On this solemn anniversary, we honour all lives lost to the toxic-drug crisis, and we mourn them alongside their families, friends and communities. We express our deep gratitude to the advocates, peer-support workers, counsellors and healthcare workers, clinicians, researchers and many others whose tireless efforts continue to confront this crisis, both on the front lines and behind the scenes. And we reaffirm our commitment to

reducing stigma, expanding treatment and recovery options, strengthening harm reduction and meeting people where they are. Together, we continue to improve access to care and help more people stay safe and get the help they need.”

Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, said:

“It has been 10 years since the toxicdrug crisis was declared a publichealth emergency in B.C., and its impacts continue to be felt across every community in the province. This crisis continues to take a profound toll, affecting individuals, families and communities, and placing an ongoing strain on those who provide care and support, including front-line and peersupport workers.

“Over the years, the increasingly toxic and unpredictable street-drug supply has turned an already serious situation into something far more dangerous, putting people at extreme and increased risk. The emergency has been exacerbated by various factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, gaps in the health-care system, housing instability and homelessness, poverty, the impacts of colonialism and racism, criminalization and stigma, as well as

other determinants of health. People working in the trades, men and Indigenous people continue to experience a disproportionate number of overdoses and deaths, and many of those we are losing do not have substance-use disorders, underscoring how unpredictable and dangerous the drug supply has become.

“Evidence shows that harm-reduction and overdose-prevention services, including overdose-prevention sites, drug checking and access to alternatives to unregulated drugs, are saving lives. Now more than ever, it is essential that we continue to enable access to these services. At the same time, recovery looks different for everybody and there is no single approach that will end this crisis. Prevention and early intervention, harm reduction, medication-assisted treatment and other evidence-based treatment and recovery services and social supports must be available when people need and are ready for them.

“For these reasons, this crisis remains a public-health emergency that demands a continued response rooted in compassion, respect and evidence. Maintaining this declaration allows us to respond to the highly toxic and unpredictable, unregulated drug supply and strengthen a comprehensive approach to preventing drug poisonings.

“We must continue to take new and innovative approaches that meet people where they are, expanding access to safer alternatives to the unregulated drug supply alongside existing treatments. This work must be done in partnership with people with lived and living experience and through meaningful partnerships with Indigenous people, ensuring solutions are shaped by those most affected and grounded in respect, rights and self-determination.”

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According to Alberta Health Services, Anantdeep Singh and Prabhakaran rushed to assist after learning someone had collapsed behind their workplace, with one guiding paramedics to the scene while the other performed CPR until help arrived.

Both were presented with Citizen Awards in recognition of their actions during the successful resuscitation.

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on April 8 in Arlington to advance defence ties and IndoPacific cooperation. The IAF Chief received full

honors and held talks with senior US officials, focusing on joint training, interoperability, MQ-9B drones, and modernization efforts.

Two local community members are being recognized after helping save a person’s life during a medical emergency in Edmonton, Alberta. Kflsf dIvfn susfietI vYnkovr dy ngr kIrqn ivwc lwKF dI igxqI

The visit also included engagements at Peterson Space Force Base and Nellis Air Force Base, along with a familiarization flight in an F-15EX Eagle II.

Unique Gathering of 600+ Women Highlights Empowerment and Social Change at OGV Event

In a rare and unique occasion, a large gathering of more than 600 women, on March 28 for Our Global Village’s annual event, Sandook Sheeshean Wala, spotlighted women’s empowerment, cultural pride, and community leadership. Blending Punjabi folk music, dance, and tradition, the event went beyond celebration to deliver a clear message of sisterhood and collective strength among women. Along with the focus on preserving and promoting cultural heritage, the program highlighted OGV’s road safety campaign, “Be Seen. Be Safe.” a campaign they have been running since 2020, encouraging women to promote safer habits within their families and communities.

In a powerful and uncommon moment, menopause, a topic still considered taboo in 2026, was addressed openly on stage. Meera Gill, Founding President of OGV, spoke candidly on the issue, calling for breaking the silence, reducing stigma, and building awareness and support for women’s health. OGV has dedicated 2026 to raising menopause awareness, with a focus on education, support, and advocacy for women.

Attendees were also informed about new measures by the Government of British Columbia to provide free medications for menopause and diabetes starting this month.

“More than half of the 600 women in this hall are currently experiencing menopause. If we don’t feel safe and supported enough to speak openly about in an all women event, then where will this silence be broken, and who better than us to do that ?” said Meera Gill. The event also recognized three community leaders for their contributions:

Maninder Grewal (Khalsa Credit Union) for three decades of leadership

Rachna Singh for her public service in Surrey Naina Grewal (Red FM) as an emerging media voice

In this annual event, OGV motivated women to engage in social, cultural and political dialogue around them and collectively work towards driving meaningful change. In closing, Meera Gill, founding President, thanked the volunteers, supporters and guests for their continuous support.

Together we can; together we will.

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K’ómoks Treaty Act introduced in B.C. legislature

B.C. treaty negotiations process reaches historic milestone

The Province has introduced provincial treaty implementation legislation — the K’ómoks Treaty Act, 2026 — in the B.C. legislature as the first step in the provincial government’s ratification of the K’ómoks Treaty.

“Together with K’ómoks, this treaty will create opportunity, jobs, prosperity and certainty for our beautiful province,” said Premier David Eby. “This is a historic day for the K’ómoks people, for those who have worked long and hard to reach this moment. People are experiencing real benefits from treaties, based in mutual trust and shared goals, like healthy communities, new investments and prosperity, services that make life easier, and sustainable land, water and resource stewardship.”

The K’ómoks Treaty Act provides for the first step in provincial ratification of the K’ómoks Treaty. The act establishes the legal status of the K’ómoks Treaty, including statutory provisions necessary to implement the treaty and consequential amendments to other statutes. The bill will be debated and put to a vote by members of the B.C. legislature.

“Introducing this legislation alongside K’ómoks First Nation marks a major milestone in our government-togovernment relationship, and in the B.C. treaty negotiations process,” said Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation. “If fully ratified, the K’ómoks Treaty will bring stability and certainty through positive changes, a path to self-governance, recognition of rights, social and economic opportunities, all leading toward a prosperous and bright future for the K’ómoks people, and for everyone in the surrounding communities.”

Once introduced, debated and passed in the legislature, several provincial and federal steps must be undertaken to ratify and bring the treaty into force. The bill completes one of the two steps required for provincial ratification of the K’ómoks Treaty. The other step

in provincial ratification is signing of the treaty, which must be done by K’ómoks, B.C. and Canada before the treaty is reviewed by the federal Parliament. If fully ratified by all parties, the K’ómoks Treaty will be one of the first comprehensive treaties to come into effect since the Tla’amin Treaty in 2016.

“This is an important milestone for K’ómoks First Nation,” said K’ómoks First Nation Elected Chief Councillor Nicole Rempel. “Our members have already shown strong support for this treaty, and we are confident in both the agreement and the process that has brought us here. The introduction of this legislation moves us closer to implementation — strengthening our governance, recognizing our rights, and creating long-term opportunities for our Nation and the region. We remain committed to moving forward with respect, collaboration and continued engagement.”

This treaty represents the significant shifts in the treaty negotiations process in B.C., including the finalization of the Recognition and Reconciliation of Rights Policy for Treaty Negotiations in 2019. These positive shifts reflect new collaborative approaches to negotiation that expedite and better address the needs and priorities of communities.

“This milestone marks meaningful progress for K’ómoks, built on years of collaboration and dialogue,” said Rebecca Alty, federal Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations. “The treaty defines rights, supports stable governance, and provides a clear framework for advancing reconciliation and strengthening intergovernmental partnerships.”

Milestones in negotiating the K’ómoks Treaty

The K’ómoks First Nation entered treaty negotiations under the BC Treaty Commission process in 1994 with the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia. In

2012, negotiators reached an agreement-in-principle (AIP), establishing agreement on the substantive elements to be detailed in the completed treaty.

In the years since, K’ómoks, B.C. and Canada have engaged and informed K’ómoks members, people throughout the region, all levels of government and industry partners on the treaty. Engagement is an important aspect of treaty and reconciliation negotiations, and the ratification process.

On July 22, 2024, chief negotiators initialled the K’ómoks Treaty. Initialling marked an important milestone in the treaty journey as it signalled the conclusion of substantive negotiations. Initialling was subject to important caveats, including Canada and B.C. fulfilling their duty to consult other First Nations and the completion of a final legal and technical review of the treaty.

The legal and technical review of the treaty concluded in November 2024, resulting in the ratification version of the K’ómoks Treaty. Since then, minor change negotiations have been ongoing as outlined in the General Provisions Chapter of the K’ómoks Treaty. At the same time, Crown consultation with neighbouring First Nations has remained ongoing.

In the first step of ratification, eligible voters of the K’ómoks First Nation voted on whether to approve the treaty and a self-government constitution. On March 8, 2025, eligible voters voted 81% in favour of ratifying the K’ómoks Treaty, and 83% in favour of ratifying the self-government constitution.

Next steps in the treaty ratification process

There are several steps that need to be completed before the K’ómoks Treaty could come into effect:

Current step: B.C. introduces legislation (the K’ómoks Treaty Act, 2026) to implement the treaty.

The implementation legislation and the treaty itself are debated in the legislature by elected members of the legislature.

The implementation legislation passes and is enacted

If the legislation passes and is enacted, the elements of the legislation that bring the treaty into effect will not be brought into force on royal assent, but rather by regulation at a later date.

Once the legislation is enacted, the Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation will seek authority to sign the treaty.

Canada will also seek authority to sign the treaty.

All parties sign the treaty.

Introduction and passage of federal implementation legislation.

The Lieutenant Governor in Council passes a regulation to bring the remaining elements of the implementation legislation into force, which brings the treaty into effect (on the agreed-upon effective date).

Ratification is fully complete once treaties are signed and both the provincial and federal implementation legislation is brought into force. This happens on the treaty’s effective date.

Once agreed to by all parties, the effective date is set by co-ordinated federal and provincial orders and typically occurs following a transition period after royal assent has been granted. This transition period allows all parties to be prepared for the treaty’s implementation.

The parties will conduct ongoing public engagement during this period, so everyone who is potentially affected by the treaty is kept informed.

For the treaty to be fully ratified and come into effect, Canada and B.C. will also need to have met their duty to consult with neighbouring First Nations. This process remains ongoing.

Kelly Greene's statement on Tsunami Preparedness Week

Kelly Greene, Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, has released the following statement during Tsunami Preparedness Week (April 12-18, 2026):

“People in British Columbia take enormous pride in our Province’s stunning natural beauty, including the majesty of our mountains and sea. However, far below these spectacular geographic marvels lie active, moving plates that have shaped our mountains and coastlines over millions of years.

“This tectonic movement also makes B.C. the most seismically active region in Canada with an estimated 4,000 earthquakes every year. The vast majority of these are too minor to be

noticed, but several are felt in various regions of the province.

“Seismic activity along or below the Pacific Ocean also puts B.C.’s coast at risk of damaging tsunamis, a series of waves usually caused by undersea earthquakes. Depending on the location of the earthquake, tsunami waves can reach the shore in a few minutes, or can take several hours. Waves can also become successively larger, so knowing what to do ahead of time can be crucial.

“If you're near the coast in a low-lying area and feel an earthquake, drop, cover and hold on. Then quickly move to high ground after the shaking stops.

The shaking is your warning sign that a tsunami might be on its way.

“If a tsunami risk is expected, the Province, through the BC Emergency Alert system, will issue emergency alerts to cellphones, radio and through television. You can also find up-to-date emergency information 24/7 at EmergencyInfoBC.ca and on Facebook and X at @EmergencyInfoBC.

“Your local government will have its own emergency-response plan. It’s important that you follow the direction from your local government or First Nation.

“Tsunami Preparedness Week is an opportunity for everyone in coastal areas

to learn more about tsunamis, review emergency plans and make sure they have a grab-and-go bag packed and ready.

“This month, 30 coastal communities are hosting High Ground Hikes. These events are a great opportunity for people and communities to come together and practise evacuation routes to a tsunami-safe location in your area.

“I encourage everyone who lives along or is visiting the coast to find time this week to review your emergency plans and make sure you and your loved ones know what to do when a tsunami alert is issued.”

Minister’s statement on March 2026 Labour Force Survey results

Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth, has released the following statement about the release of Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey for March 2026:

“U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the war in Iran are significantly impacting the global economy and causing supply chain issues all over the world, and people and businesses are feeling the effects.

“Here in British Columbia, we are laser-focused on ensuring the right conditions are in place, in partnership with the private sector, to grow a more sustainable economy that’s less reliant on outside forces.

“That includes building the major projects that produce and sell the natural resources that B.C. has, and the world needs, and powering those projects with clean, renewable energy.

“Despite overall losses last month as we see the impacts of Trump’s tariffs hitting B.C., today’s Labour Force Survey shows that B.C.’s economy is showing signs of strength in a number of key sectors, with 3,700 more jobs in manufacturing and 2,800 more

jobs in construction. In addition, selfemployment was up by 13,300, which reflects people’s confidence in starting their own businesses.

“In the past year, B.C. has gained 11,500 construction jobs, which is a positive trend and demonstrates the work underway to build the major projects and infrastructure we need to grow our economy. Employment in agriculture is also up 8,900 jobs over the past year.

“B.C.’s unemployment rate is 6.7%, in line with the national average, reflecting the broader economic pressures being felt across Canada and around the world from Trump’s tariffs and conflict in the Middle East.

“Since 2017, B.C. has led all large provinces in GDP growth, has the country’s highest per-capita growth in capital investment, and the highest wage growth.

“As we move toward summer, we’re expecting to see more construction jobs created in the coming months.

“This includes more than 1,600 fulltime jobs during the construction of Woodfibre LNG and Cedar LNG projects along with pre-construction work on the North Coast Transmission Line, which is expected to begin in the next few months. At peak construction, the North Coast Transmission Line will employ an estimated 1,600 workers.

“And as the war in Iran significantly impacts natural resource supply and demand, our government is pleased to see LNG Canada and Coastal GasLink recently announcing that they entered into commercial agreements, an important milestone in advancing Phase 2 for both those projects.

“This would allow Canada to take an even bigger role on the global energy stage, and provide additional revenue to B.C. that would help pay for the education, health care, police and social services that people depend on.

“Through budget 2026, we’re helping more people train for good-paying careers in the skilled trades through $283 million in new funding over three years.

“And as part of our Look West strategy, we’re aiming to double our exports to non-U.S. countries and the amount of goods that move through our ports.

“We’ll continue working every day to support a growing economy that creates good jobs and opportunities for people and businesses throughout B.C.”

Minister’s statement on April 2026 rental report

Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has issued the following statement:

“As we head into spring, renters will continue to see the effects of our hard work, policies and partnerships as asking rent prices fall, making life more affordable for people in British Columbia.

“British Columbia continues to lead Canada when it comes to falling rent prices for apartments, and we understand that we need to redouble our efforts to ensure we can reduce the cost to deliver more homes for people across this province to see these trends continue.

“Last week, we introduced legislation that would create new tools to reduce upfront costs for homebuilders and allow communities to be eligible for federal infrastructure funding under the Build Community Strong Fund. Enabling infrastructure funding to keep communities whole while lowering the upfront costs for homebuilders will help build more homes for people in today’s uncertain economic environment.

“This is just one of many actions we’re taking to reduce the barriers that are slowing down new housing and infrastructure, including making construction more efficient in B.C.

“We’re also looking at specific communities across the province and making sure that they are building the homes their communities need, so people can stay and thrive. Last week, we issued a provincial order to ensure that the District of West Vancouver’s Ambleside Centre Local Area Plan moves forward. The Ambleside plan will allow more homes to be built while creating more opportunities for nearby shops, community spaces and improved sidewalks, with public infrastructure already included in the Ambleside Plan.

“We took this action because our children, grandchildren and seniors who grew up in, and helped build communities like West Vancouver,

should all be able to find a home in the place they know and love. A home like the 156 new, below-market rental Kiwanis Village West apartments we just opened in West Vancouver last week. Combined with great amenities and a much-needed adult day centre, we will continue not just to invest in housing but building the vibrant, complete communities people want to live in, in the communities that they are keeping running.

“As we return to the legislature next week, I look forward to joining my colleagues as we debate legislation, answer questions, and continue our work to make sure everyone in B.C. has a home they can afford in a community they love.”

Minister of Housing statement on private member’s bill M216

Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has issued the following statement following the request of George Anderson, MLA for Nanaimo-Lantzville, to the Select Standing Committee on Private Bills and Private Member’s Bills to not continue consideration of Bill M216, Professional Reliance Act, in light of the Province’s commitment to undertake further work on the bill’s core principles:

“I would like to express my gratitude to MLA Anderson for his thoughtful work on Bill M216 for advancing a proposal to help speed up housing approvals in the province. His work framed important conversations on how regulated professionals like architects and engineers can play a greater role in the permitting and approval processes. Building more homes for people is a goal that MLA Anderson and I deeply share.

“In recognition of the local governments, organizations and individuals that took countless hours to provide written submissions to the committee, the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs will be engaging with stakeholders to see how we can continue to reduce permitting timelines for new housing projects. This work will explore how to build on the principles of safety, speed and professional responsibility while balancing the needs of local governments and regulated

professionals. We anticipate this work to begin later this year.

“Our government has already taken important steps to streamline housing approvals through the Development Approval Process Review and the new Building Permit Hub, and we know there is more work to do. Bill M216 has made a meaningful contribution to that work, and I look forward to working with MLA Anderson in advancing this important conversation in the weeks and months to come.”

A senior’s summer guide to moving with ease

Longer days and warmer weather are an open invitation to get outside. But if you’re living with arthritis, staying active can take a little extra planning. With the right approach, summer movement can feel easier, more comfortable and even energizing.

Here are Arthritis Society Canada’s top tips to help you stay active, mobile and cool all season long.

Prepare for movement

Before starting any new exercise program, check with your doctor to make sure it’s right for you. When you’re ready, begin with a warm-up to loosen stiff muscles and joints. Go at your own pace and take breaks when needed to minimize stiffness the next day.

Make walking your daily habit

Simple, effective and free, walking is one of the best ways to stay active outdoors. If you’ve been sitting still these past months, start with short distances and gradually increase your time each week to build strength and stamina.

Support your steps

Choose shoes with good cushioning to reduce strain on your feet, knees and hips. If you’re concerned about balance, consider a cane or rollator. Walking poles can also help with stability and reduce joint load while engaging muscles in the arms and legs to provide a greater workout. Try low-impact cycling

Cycling is a joint-friendly way to stay active because your weight is supported, taking some of the load off your lower body. Whether outdoors or on a stationary bike, it’s a great way to build endurance with less discomfort.

Cool off with water activities

Swimming, water aerobics or gentle pool exercises are all ideal for easing joint strain. The buoyancy of water supports your body, making movement easier while still helping you build strength and improve heart health. Plus, it’s a refreshing way to beat the heat.

Improve flexibility with gentle movement

Practices like yoga and Tai Chi can improve balance, flexibility and overall strength. Tai Chi uses slow, controlled movements that are easy on the joints and calming for the mind, while beginner yoga classes can be adapted to your comfort level.

Stay smart in the heat

Hot weather can make activity more challenging, so listen to your body. Take breaks in the shade, stay hydrated and wear light, breathable clothing. On especially hot or humid days, move your activity indoors: try stretching at home, walking in a mall, or visiting a local pool.

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Be cautious about what you bring to an end or the way in which you go about winding something up, especially if you think it will open up more choices. The situation will have to be revisited mid April next year. Other things would have changed by then. It might be wiser to let things take their own course right now.

Something that started off as a small thing when it comes to helping out somebody else that seems to keep on growing would be best dealt with now, especially if it is turning into a habit or interfering with your regular routines. It has probably taught you to take more notice of what is important to you, rather than getting distracted..

New directions involving other people can be smooth running if things are done their way. While there might be a lot in common, their determination might clash with yours. If you have been attempting to come to an agreement, this might need to be left for now and revisited mid April as things will likely have changed by then.

Something is winding up on a personal level perhaps in ways you were not expecting that is generating thought of all sorts of possibilities in the long term. Someone can play a powerful role here. However it is to eventually settle will not become evident until January to April next year. Meanwhile just go with the flow.

You can have success in getting something out of the way that has been on your mind for a while but the energy just hasn’t been there. Not that you will feel overly energised just yet. It is more a realisation that time is running out. You know you will feel a lot better once this is done, especially if others have a good view of it.

Something needs to be put into place once and for all so that you know what needs to be spent rather than other things coming up all the time. Whatever you do now can create changes that may not be fully implemented until next year, between January and April. You need to be straightforward and practical with any discussions.

There can be a willingness to let something go that has been a personal priority but doesn’t fit well with someone else. It will be more important to establish underlying stability in situations involving others. This can be temporary as other opportunities to focus on your wishes will arise next year from January to April. Patience can pay off.

The New Moon this week occurs in your sign providing you with the opportunity to generate changed directions on a personal level. Anything that has not been heading in the direction you had hoped might be better let go right now. Becoming more practical can appeal to you, especially when it comes to stability with finances.

There can be new directions building up in the background that will provide the opportunity to put a stable foundation in place. This is likely tied into the decisions of somebody else and something may need to wind up so they can take the next step. There could be more than one stage of development attached to this as well.

Changes in somebody else’s life may make you realise things are moving on and it will not be the same for you. This is encouraging you to think about what is important to you. It can actually be freeing you up to do so. This is a first stage. New people can come into your life, especially from January to April next year.

It might be time to develop a new attitude when it comes to commitments or obligations in your life, especially if they affect your finances. If you have accepted things without thinking, you could recognise this has to stop. This can only happen when you take the time to analyse what you can realistically manage and follow through.

New possibilities in the long term can begin to feel more probable or realistic. This could leave behind a level of personal doubt or insecurity. This can be tied to you becoming more aware of what has been important for a long time but needs to be modified in some way for the future. The second stage can occur January to April next year.

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Simple home maintenance tips for preventing water damage

Did you know that, according to Public Safety Canada, flooding is the most common natural disaster in Canada? It’s also the most costly. There are simple steps you can take to better protect your home when water rises. Here are some tips from the prevention team at Intact Insurance:

Outside your home: It’s all about managing drainage. Any rain that falls on your home needs to be able to flow away freely. Check the grading around your home and make sure that it slopes downward away from your foundation for at least six feet. Your downspouts also need to empty out the same distance away. Otherwise, water can sit against the foundation and weaken it over time. If it’s safe, clear nearby storm drains of debris, and clean your own eavestroughs regularly.

Inside your home: Indoor flood management comes down to two main things:

Staying aware: Install flood alarms in your basement, near plumbing pipes or near appliances, and check them regularly to ensure they are in working order. Set up a regular schedule to check your pipes and plumbing fixtures for leaks. One trick is to dry off a set of pipes and put paper towel or printer paper under them for at least 12 hours to check for drips. Make sure to store any valuables in your home, or hazards like oil containers, at least 30 centimetres above the floor.

Checking your equipment: Consider installing a backwater valve and sump pump if you don’t already have them. Even if you don’t have a basement, floodwater can still accumulate in the crawlspace and damage your foundation. Set up a schedule to clean out your flood drain and backwater valve and test the sump pump twice a year. By making sure they have the right equipment inside and proper drainage outside, Canadian households can be much better prepared for flooding risk.

It seems that each fire season in Canada brings with it headlines about damaged and destroyed homes. When it comes to keeping people and property safe from wildfire, prevention is key, and there are organizations helping Canadians get ready.

“With the increase in extreme weather events, wildfires are becoming bigger and more frequent,” said Mel Wright, vice president and head of Intact Insurance’s prevention program, which educates homeowners on making their properties climate-ready. “More Canadian households are at risk, but there are simple steps people can take to protect their homes.”

amounts of flammable material, such as needles, leaves or twigs, pose a fire risk.

Clear around your home. It’s important to deny fire easy fuel sources that can let the flames get right up to your home.

Here are some tips for preparing your home to better withstand fires:

Maintain your roof. Your roof is the part of your house that’s the most vulnerable to wildfire. Embers and sparks can easily land on it and ignite, starting a fire that’s hard to detect or reach quickly.

Consider replacing flammable roofing with “Class A” materials, which include asphalt, metal and cement fibre. These are much less flammable.

Monitor and replace old shingles, especially when they’re curling up. This exposes more openings for embers to accumulate.

Regularly clean your roof, gutters and any decks or balconies. Even small

Create a fire break of at least 1.5 metres around your home by removing combustible materials such as mulch, plants and stored firewood.

Trim low-hanging branches up to two metres from the ground.

Remove evergreen trees, such as pines, for at least 10 metres around your home.

Trim your grass regularly, keeping it under 10 centimetres.

Consider landscaping with low-growing shrubs that are spaced apart. By limiting what a fire can use for fuel around your home’s exterior and choosing flame-resistant materials, you can keep your home safer.

Supporting adventure tourism in B.C. with new permitting hub

Adventure Tourism Hub another step toward streamlining permitting for key economic sectors

A new Adventure Tourism Hub is the next step in improving British Columbia’s permitting process, making it easier for businesses to seek landtenure approval for popular tourism activities.

These include heliskiing, cat skiing, heli-assisted guiding activities, commercial snowmobiling and snowmobile-assisted activities.

“This new approach to adventure tourism permitting supports investment and reflects the importance of tourism as a key part of B.C.’s economy,” said Randene Neill, Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship.

“With these and other changes to the permitting process, we are making it easier for businesses to get the permits they need, launch their projects and grow the economy.”

The hub model builds off the work the Province has done that has resulted in reduced permit timelines for housing, connectivity and electrification projects.

Permitting specialists ready to help with complex tenure applications

Adventure tourism operators have expressed the need for more predictability when it comes to permitting. Tenures for these activities cover large areas. New applications and renewals will now benefit from a dedicated team of experts that will manage these applications from intake to decision.

The Adventure Tourism Hub is a single point of contact for operators. Under the previous system, applications were

handled regionally. Adventure Tourism Hub applications are accepted through FrontCounter BC and routed to a dedicated group that will co-ordinate applications across agencies, liaise with other authorizing agencies and provide applicants one point of contact.

The hub is considered a pilot project at this time with an initial focus on heliskiing/guiding, cat skiing and guided snowmobiling activities. It will also be a place where new approaches to process and policy will be tested, which will benefit the broader adventure tourism sector.

Supporting tourism as key driver of economic diversification, growth

This new approach adds consistency and improves turnaround times for operators. It also supports the Province’s Look West: Tourism Sector Action Plan to double visitor spending by 2036 by making sure tourism operators have what they need to grow, innovate and keep B.C. competitive on the global stage. Streamlining authorization and regulatory processes unlocks new potential for tourism growth, which strengthened the economy, sup-

ports jobs in rural and remote places and delivers an exceptional experience for visitors.

“B.C.'s natural beauty and access to the outdoors are a major reason visitors choose our province,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport. “With this new hub, businesses will more effectively be able to offer unique B.C. adventures, drawing more visitors, creating good jobs and growing the economy. This is another big step towards delivering the Look West Tourism Sector Action Plan goal to grow tourism in B.C.”

The Look West industrial and economic strategy leverages B.C. strengths and work underway to be the economic engine of Canada, advance nationbuilding major projects, create good jobs and skills training opportunities for people, and grow key sectors that are driving economic growth into the future.

New initiatives make difference in permitting times

The Adventure Tourism Hub is part of a government-wide push to streamline the permitting process, which includes

initiatives across several sectors that are important to growing B.C.’s economy. Budget 2026 supports this work, with $7.5 million for the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship to support permitting activities, as part of a broader strategy that includes: changes to the Water Sustainability Regulation and Riparian Areas Protection Regulation to improve clarity and support people and businesses to reduce project timelines, with more to come

a one-window approach to housing and connectivity has eliminated 100% of backlogged housing applications and reduced timelines for housing and connectivity by roughly 40-50% since July 2024, the average permitting time for land and water electrification applications has decreased by more than 80%

a specialized team within the Ministry of Transportation and Transit that approves water licences for transportation projects has reduced approval times from 12-24 months to less than a month

The Province will continue to introduce new initiatives that make it faster to apply for and receive necessary permits, remove barriers and delays, eliminate duplication, simplify processes and get shovels in the ground faster, while at the same time maintaining high environmental standards and honouring B.C.'s commitments under the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

KRITI leads narrative shift Vikrant on fatherhood challenges

Kriti Sanon is of the most bankable forces in Hindi cinema today. Audiences as well as critics have praised the emotional depth she brought to her character. Reflecting on the evolving landscape for women in cinema, Kriti shared while speaking to a news portal, "We have made considerable progress. The roles that are written for women are meatier now; they are no longer seen through a man's lens. Women artists are also picking meatier roles; not just the coy, damsel in distress roles. They are not afraid to lead a film and such movies are doing well at the box office, and all this gives us more confidence to essay such roles." She added, "I myself tend to get attracted to strong characters that have an identity of their own. For instance, in Tere Ishk Mein, the character Mukti was not all white or black; she had shades of grey. I got excited about a project like Do Patti also because I felt it had so many shades to both characters." Her words underline a clear shift towards nuanced storytelling, where female characters are no longer one dimensional but rich with complexity, ambition, vulnerability. Looking ahead, Kriti is set to headline Cocktail 2, a project that is already creating strong buzz. Directed by Homi Adajania, the film also stars Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna.

Actress Kubbra Sait pitched in on the ongoing films versus OTT debate.

The Sacred Games actress said during an exclusive conversation with this agency that now the viewers have the freedom to choose. She added that if people are able to connect with the story, the medium on which it is shown takes a backseat. Kubbra said it all comes down to how much the audience is able to emotionally invest in a story and its characters. She was asked, "There's an ongoing debate about films versus OTT. How do you see it?"

Kubbra responded to this by saying that she does not think there is a winner or loser here. "These are simply different mediums—one long format, one limited format," she said. The Farzi actress went on to add, "Today, the audience has the freedom to choose. If a story connects, it doesn't matter whether it's on a big screen or a phone. Ultimately, it's about your emotional investment in the story and the characters."

Actor Vikrant Massey has shared a heartfelt perspective on fatherhood, speaking openly about the emotional challenges many fathers experience but rarely express. The National Award-winning actor, who recently became a father, reflected on the idea of "dad guilt" and the internal conflict men often face while balancing work and family life. In an industry that frequently associates masculinity with emotional restraint, Massey's candid remarks offer a refreshing shift. He explained that while

mothers often shoulder a greater share of parenting responsibilities, fathers too struggle with the emotional pull of being away from their children due to professional commitments. According to him, societal conditioning has long defined men as providers and protectors, encouraging them to prioritise work over openly expressing their feelings. Massey admitted that he has often experienced this conflict himself while travelling for work. He recalled how he would repeatedly watch videos of his child or make frequent video calls just to catch a glimpse of the baby, even if the

Tamannaah eyes exciting future

Actor Tamannaah Bhatia recently reflected on the evolving opportunities for female actors in the film industry, expressing excitement about the projects lined up in her career. In a recent interview, the actor shared that despite completing more than two decades in the industry, she still feels a sense of new beginnings. “I’m really excited for all my features to come out one by one. It’s very interesting, not many actors and maybe more so female actors get this sort of an opportunity. It has been like 21 years into my career, and I still feel like I’m starting off all over again,” she said. Tamannaah also spoke about the immense acceptance she has received from

audiences, especially in the southern film industry. She noted that the warmth she experienced there played a major role in shaping her journey. According to the actor, the growing appreciation from audiences across other parts of India now feels both exciting and humbling, motivating her to continue delivering meaningful work.

Tamannaah was in New Delhi for the launch of ‘Oris-star’, a new brand by Jayanta Lighting Innovation, where she serves as the brand ambassador. On the work front, she will next appear in the film Vvan, directed by Deepak Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, and produced by Ekta Kapoor. The film, co-starring Sidharth Malhotra, is scheduled to release August 28.

child was peacefully asleep. Highlighting the pressure men feel to appear strong, the actor emphasised that vulnerability should not be seen as weakness. He encouraged fathers to acknowledge their emotions, saying it is perfectly normal to miss home, revisit cherished moments, and even shed a tear.

Cine icon Amitabh Bachchan shared that he spent a “quiet contemplated day” as he reflected on the uncertainties of life and the constant search for meaning. He wrote on his blog: “A quiet contemplated day .. with the self and the surroundings and the circumstances .. so many thoughts and chatters within the self , addressing to the self .. seeking answers .. getting some responses , but mostly almost none and vague ..” Pondering over his thoughts and unanswered questions, he spoke about the elusive nature of definitive answers and the ongoing journey of self-introspection. “Each day in the quiet of the moment , the wonder of the World, the wonder of the why what and where .. but never secure in the responses it keeps manufacturing .. so many have spent their life in finding out the why .. the how .. but even they converge on some words that seem to analyse the thought, but never is able to give a finite definitive response..” He added: “...true .. for if the response was without question, it would not be a response .. it would be the finality of the thought that has provoked you .. in short, there is just one and only one finality ..you came empty handed .. and shall leave similar..”

smF-sfrxI nUM bxfE bwicaF dI iËMdgI df ihwsf

smF sB dI iËMdgI ivc bhuq mhwqvpUrn

sQfn rwKdf hY. lMiGaf vylf kdy vI hwQ nhIN afAuNdf. bIiqaf vylf qjrbf huMdf hY, jo sfnUM iksy vI kMm nUM ikvyN krnf hY, isKfAuNdf hY. afAux vflf kwlH iek AumId huMdI hY, jo hr iksy nUM kMm krn dy leI AuqÈfh idMdI hY pr qjrby qy AumId Bfv bIqy kwlH qy afAux vfly kwlH dy ivwc awj hY.

smF sB dI iËMdgI ivc bhuq mhwqvpUrn

sQfn rwKdf hY. lMiGaf vylf kdy vI hwQ nhIN afAuNdf. bIiqaf vylf qjrbf huMdf hY, jo sfnUM iksy vI kMm nUM ikvyN krnf hY, isKfAuNdf hY. afAux vflf kwlH iek AumId huMdI hY, jo hr iksy nUM kMm krn dy leI AuqÈfh idMdI hY pr qjrby qy AumId Bfv bIqy kwlH qy afAux vfly kwlH dy ivwc awj hY. awj sfzI iËMdgI hY. asIN sB jfxdy hF ik awj ’c hI ijAUxf cfhIdf hY pr asIN bIqy kwlH qy afAux vfly kwlH bfry soc-soc ky awj nUM Érfb kr rhy hF XfnI iËMdgI nUM Érfb kr rhy hF. so awj nUM vDIaf qrIky nfl ijAUx leI smyN df shI iesqymfl krnf bhuq ËrUrI hY. smyN dy shI iesqymfl leI smF sfrxI bhuq ËrUrI hY. ieh smF sfrxI ieho ijhI hoxI cfhIdI hY, ijs nUM dyK ky smyN df sd-AupXog kIqf jf sky.

hr iksy kol hn 24 GMt

Health Tips : jykr quhfzy srIr ‘c ivtfimn-zI jF bI12 dI kmI hY qF ieh splImYNts quhfzI ieimAUintI ibhqr krn ‘c mdd kr skdy hn, pr jykr quhfzy srIr ‘c poÈx dI koeI kmI nhIN hY qF ibnF vjHf vfDU golIaF Kfx df quhfnUM koeI Pfiedf nhIN hox vflf.

eyÈIan hspqfl ‘c ieMtrnl mYzIsn dy aYsosIeyt zfierYktr qy hYwz zf[ sunIl rfxf dI mMnIey qF sfzI ieimAUintI koeI ibjlI df btn nhIN hY, ijs nUM golI Kf ky qurMq ‘afn’ kIqf jf sky. ieh sfzy srIr df iek bhuq hI guMJldfr isstm hY jo sfzy Kfx-pIx, nINd, ksrq aqy mfnisk ÈFqI vrgy keI pihlUaF ‘qy inrBr krdf hY. afE, ies vfr 7 apRYl nUM mnfey jf rhy World Health Day 2026 dy mOky ‘qy ies bfry ivsQfr ivwc jfxdy hF. kI splImYNts swcmuwc ieimAUintI vDfAuNdy hn?

zf[ sunIl rfxf anusfr splImYNts df aslI kMm sfzy srIr ‘c poÈk qwqF dI kmI nUM pUrf krnf hY nf ik iswDy qOr ‘qy ieimAUintI

primMdr kOr

smF sB dy kol hI 24 GMty df huMdf hY pr hr koeI 24 GMitaF nUM lyKy nhIN lgf pfAuNdf. lyKy lfAux qoN Bfv hY ik jdoN asIN rfq nUM sOx lwgIey qF Aus smyN awj dy idn bfry socIey ik awj kI-kI kIqf? Aus smyN ieh aÌsos nf hovy ik Plfxf kMm qF rih hI igaf. jy ieh aPsos nhIN hY qF iPr smJo awj df idn lyKy lwg igaf. so idn dy sfry kMmF nUM smyN isr krn leI smF sfrxI bhuq hI ËrUrI hY. smF sfrxI Coty bwcy qoN lY ky bËurgF qk sB nUM hI bxfAuxI cfhIdI hY.

KuwlHy mfhOl dI ËrUrq idn lyKy lgfAux dI iËMmyvfrI isrÌ bwicaF dI hI nhIN sgoN sB dI hI hY. vwzy afpxI smF

sfrxI Éud hI bxf skdy hn pr bwicaF dI smF-sfrxI ies qrF dI bxfAuxI cfhIdI hY ik AunHF nUM ieMJ nf lwgy ik smyN ny AunHF

nUM bMnH ky ibTf ilaf ikAuNik skUl ivc vI sfry bwcy imwQy smyN anusfr hr kMm krdy hn qy Gr af ky AunHF nUM KuwlHy mfhOl dI ËrUrq huMdI hY. AuhnF nUM KuwlHy smyN anusfr sB kuJ krn idAu. KuwlHy smyN qoN Bfv hY ik AunHF dI smF sfrxI ivc isrÌ qy isrÌ kMm hI aMikq kIqy jfx, jo AunHF dy srbpwKI ivkfs ivc shfeI hox. idn ivc AunHF ny jo vI krnf hY, Auh sfry kMm smF-sfrxI ivc ilKo, ijvyN pVHfeI,Kyzxf,ksrq,srIrk sPfeI, afly-duafly dI sÌfeI, bwcy dIaF rucIaF, Dfrimk gqIivDIaF, nYiqk kdrF-kImqF, Kfx-pIx aqy tIvI dyKxf afid. smyN dI idwqI jfvy hwd ieh sB kuJ aMikq krnf ies leI ËrUrI hY, qF jo bwicaF nUM ieh nf mihsUs hovy ik ies smF-sfrxI ivc qF AunHF dy mnorMjn

leI kuJ vI nhIN pr ieh bwicaF ’qy Cwzo ik Auh ieh sfry kMm ikhVy smyN jF ikMny smyN ivc krn. smyN dI iek hwd ËrUr idwqI jfvy ik rfq Plfxy smyN qoN pihlF ieh sfry kMm krny hn. nhIN qF Auh afKxgy ik sOx vyly kr lvFgy, jo shI nhIN. ieh smF-sfrxI AuQy lgfAuxI hY, ijwQy bwcf Aus nUM vfr-vfr dyKy qy afpxy kIqy kMmF ’qy shI df inÈfn lgfAuNdf rhy. ho skdf hY ik Auh kuJ idn sfry kMm nf kr pfvy qF Aus nUM iJVko nf sgoN kho ik koeI nf kwlH iPr koiÈÈ krFgy. boJ df nf bxy kfrn jdoN bwcy hr roË sfhmxy lwgI smF-sfrxI dyKxgy, qF Auh sfry kMmF nUM pUrf krn dI koiÈÈ ËrUr krngy. kuJ bwcy qF smyN dI vMz Éud hI kr lYxgy. jo bwcy nhIN kr pfAuxgy, AunHF dI mdd AunHF dy mfqf-ipqf nUM krnI cfhIdI hY. jy iPr vI nhIN kr pfAux qF bwicaF nUM AunHF dI smF sfrxI ivwcoN kuJ kMm Gwt vI kIqy jf skdy hn. hOlI-hOlI kMmF ivc vfDf kIqf jfvy qF jo boJ GtfAux leI bxfeI geI smF sfrxI hI bwcy leI boJ df kfrn nf bx jfvy. so ies qrHF krn nfl sfry bwcy smyN df sd-AupXog krnf iswK jfxgy aqy cMgy ividafrQI qy afigafkfrI bwcy khfAuxgy aqy vwzy ho ky dyÈ dy cMgy nfgirk bxngy.

nUM ‘bUst’ krnf. jykr quhfzy srIr ‘c ivtfimn-zI jF bI12 dI kmI hY qF ieh

splImYNts quhfzI ieimAUintI ibhqr krn ‘c mdd kr skdy hn, pr jykr quhfzy

srIr ‘c poÈx dI koeI kmI nhIN hY qF ibnF

vjHf vfDU golIaF Kfx df quhfnUM koeI Pfiedf nhIN hox vflf.

acfnk ikAuN vD geI hY ienHF dI mMg?

ienHF golIaF dI vDdI mMg dy ipwCy muwK qOr ‘qy iqMn kfrn iCpy hn:

mhfmfrI qoN bfad lokF df afpxI ishq nUM

lY ky pihlF nfloN ikqy iËafdf sucyq ho jfxf.

soÈl mIzIaf aqy afkrÈk ieÈiqhfrF df

zUMGf pRBfv.

ibnF iËafdf imhnq kIqy, ishq suDfrn df

“jldI aqy afsfn hwl” lwBx dI cfhq.

iËafdf splImYNts lYxf ho skdf hY Éqrnfk

keI lok socdy hn ik “iËafdf KfvFgy qF

iËafdf Pfiedf hovygf”, pr zfktr ies

soc nUM iblkul glq mMndy hn. loV qoN vwD splImYNts lYx nfl srIr nUM nuksfn phuMc skdf hY. Audfhrn leI, bhuq iËafdf ivtfimn-zI lYx nfl quhfzI ikznI ‘qy burf asr pY skdf hY. iesy qrHF, iËafdf mfqrf ivwc iËMk lYx nfl jIa kwcf hoxf aqy pfcn nfl juVIaF gMBIr smwisafvF ho skdIaF hn.

ieimAUintI mËbUq krn df shI qrIkf kI hY?

zfktrF df spwÈt kihxf hY ik mËbUq ieimAUintI leI quhfzI jIvnÈYlI (Lifestyle) hI sB qoN vwzf hiQafr hY:

shI qy sMquilq Kurfk: afpxy Bojn ‘c qfËy Pl, sbËIaF, pRotIn aqy hYldI PYt Èfml kro.

pUrI nINd lE: roËfnf 7 qoN 8 GMty dI cMgI nINd lYxI bhuq ËrUrI hY.

roËfnf ksrq kro: idn ivwc Gwto-Gwt 30 imMt ksrq krn dI afdq pfE.

qxfa qoN dUr rho: mfnisk ÈFqI leI Xogf aqy mYzItyÈn df shfrf lE.

hfeIzRyÈn: idn Br loVINdI mfqrf ‘c pfxI pIE.

iknHF nUM swcmuwc splImYNts dI loV hY? hr ishqmMd iensfn nUM ienHF golIaF dI loV nhIN huMdI. hflFik, kuJ Kfs siQqIaF ‘c zfktr ienHF dI slfh idMdy hn, ijvyN: bËurg lok

grBvqI aOrqF

Auh lok ijnHF dy srIr ivwc pihlF hI poÈx dI BfrI kmI hovy

Auh lok ijnHF df roËfnf df Kfx-pIx sMquilq nhIN hY

ieimAUintI vDfAux leI ivigafn ‘c koeI ‘jfdUeI golI’ nhIN bxI hY. lMby smyN qwk ibmfrIaF qoN bcy rihx df iewko iewk shI rsqf hY- cMgf Kfx-pIx aqy iek hYldI lfeIPstfeIl.

‘jrnl afP mYzIkl ieMtrnYt irsrc’ ivwc CpI iewk vwzI Koj ny iewk bhuq hI icMqfjnk Éqry vwl ieÈfrf kIqf hY. ies aiDaYn muqfbk, smfrtPon nfl icpky rihx vfly nOjvfnF ivwc ‘eIitMg izsafrzr’ (Kfx-pIx dy ivgfV) dy lwCx qyËI nfl vD rhy hn.

hfl hI ivwc ‘jrnl afP mYzIkl ieMtrnYt irsrc’ ivwc CpI iewk vwzI Koj ny iewk bhuq hI icMqfjnk Éqry vwl ieÈfrf kIqf hY. ies aiDaYn muqfbk, smfrtPon nfl icpky rihx vfly nOjvfnF ivwc ‘eIitMg izsafrzr’ (Kfx-pIx dy ivgfV) dy lwCx qyËI nfl vD rhy hn.

ikMgË kflj lMzn df hYrfn krn vflf Kulfsf

ikMgË kflj lMzn dy KojkrqfvF ny afpxI stwzI ‘c pfieaf hY ik jo lok idn dy keI GMty Pon dI skRIn ‘qy ibqfAuNdy hn, Auh mfnisk qOr ‘qy iËafdf pryÈfn rihMdy hn. aijhy nOjvfnF ‘c afpxy hI srIr nUM lY ky asMquÈtI

pYdf hox lw-

gdI hY. ies

dy nqIjy vjoN

Auh aksr

qxfa ivwc af ky loV

qoN vwD Kfx

lwgdy hn

aqy afpxy

Kfx-pIx

‘qy AunHF df kMtrol pUrI

qrHF Éqm ho jFdf hY.

hflFik, mfihrF ny sfÌ kIqf hY ik smfrtPon iswDy qOr ‘qy ies ibmfrI dI vjHf nhIN hY, pr

ieh ies nUM AuksfAux vflf bhuq vwzf ‘joÉm

kfrk’ (Risk Factor) ËrUr bx igaf hY.

7 GMty qoN vwD Pon clfAuxf hY Éqry dI GMtI

ieh aiDaYn kfÌI vwzy pwDr ‘qy kIqf igaf

sI, ijs ivwc 52 hËfr qoN vI vwD lokF nUM

Èfml kIqf igaf. aMkiVaF qoN pqf lwgf ik jo

lok roËfnf

7 GMty qoN vwD smfrtPon dI vrqoN krdy hn, AunHF ivc eIitMg izsafrzr df Éqrf sB qoN vwD huMdf hY. ienHF lokF ivwc

BfvnfvF ivwc vih ky bhuq iËafdf Kfxf, Kfxy ‘qy kfbU nf rwK pfAuxf aqy Kfxy dI lq vrgIaF gMBIr smwisafvF bhuq afm pfeIaF geIaF.

aÉIr aijhf ikAuN ho irhf hY?

KojkrqfvF ny ies dy ipwCy dI muwK vjHf soÈl mIzIaf nUM dwisaf hY. jdoN nOjvfn ieMtrnYt ‘qy vfr-vfr dUijaF dIaF ‘prPYkt’ jF

afdrÈ srIr vflIaF qsvIrF dyKdy hn qF

Auh axjfxy ‘c hI afpxy srIr dI qulnf AunHF qsvIrF nfl krn lwgdy hn. ieh byvjHf dI qulnf AunHF dy mn ivwc afpxy srIr pRqI hIx Bfvnf aqy BfrI mfnisk qxfa pYdf krdI hY. hOlI-hOlI iehI qxfa AunHF dI zfiet aqy Kfx-pIx dIaF glq afdqF ‘c bdl jFdf hY.

awlHVF ‘qy pY irhf hY sB qoN burf asr stwzI ‘c ieh gwl vI sfhmxy afeI ik ies pUrI smwisaf df sB qoN Éqrnfk pRBfv tInyj (ikÈor) bwicaF ‘qy pY irhf hY. aijhf ies leI hY ikAuNik ieh Aumr jIvn df Auh aihm pVfa hY, jdoN iek iensfn afpxI Éud dI pCfx aqy afpxI sYlP-iemyj bxf irhf huMdf hY. aijhy nfËuk smyN ivwc lgfqfr Pon dI vrqoN aqy dUijaF nfl qulnf AunHF dy srIrk aqy mfnisk ishq leI iewk vwzf Éqrf bx rhI hY.

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