Union of BC Municipalities
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The FireSmart Community Funding and Supports program will close its open first come, first served format on January 30 due to a lack of funding. To fairly administer the remaining funds, it will reopen with an adjudicated grant process on February 2.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:41 PM
The FireSmart Community Funding and Supports program will close its open first come, first served format on January 30 due to a lack of funding. To fairly administer the remaining funds, it will reopen with an adjudicated grant process on February 2.
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The Province has postponed proposed amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act, originally expected this spring. In November, UBCM conveyed members’ overwhelming support to pause legislative development to hold face-to-face consultation.
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Province delays Heritage Conservation Act legislation
The provincial government has announced postponement of proposed amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) that had originally been anticipated for spring 2026. In a November 2025 report…
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January 21, 2026 at 9:56 PM
The Province has postponed proposed amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act, originally expected this spring. In November, UBCM conveyed members’ overwhelming support to pause legislative development to hold face-to-face consultation.
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@kamloops.ca received $5.7million from the Canada Community-Building Fund in 2024: in funded everything from the Tranquille Rd upgrades, to the Pioneer Park pathway, to the Parkcrest Gym reconstruction. Thx @ubcm.bsky.social & @fcm.ca for making this happen
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Outcomes of CCBF investment in BC during 2024
UBCM has released the 2024 Outcomes Report, covering results of Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) investments in BC from January 1 to December 31, 2024. This is the first outcomes report under the...
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January 14, 2026 at 11:34 PM
@kamloops.ca received $5.7million from the Canada Community-Building Fund in 2024: in funded everything from the Tranquille Rd upgrades, to the Pioneer Park pathway, to the Parkcrest Gym reconstruction. Thx @ubcm.bsky.social & @fcm.ca for making this happen
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Storms are once again placing significant strain on BC communities and compounding the long-term impacts of past flood events. As local govs respond, we're calling for sustained funding and support to recover & invest in long-term flood risk mitigation. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...
Recurring flood risk requires sustained response
Storms in southwestern British Columbia are once again placing significant strain on communities and compounding the long-term impacts of past flood events. As local governments and other service…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Storms are once again placing significant strain on BC communities and compounding the long-term impacts of past flood events. As local govs respond, we're calling for sustained funding and support to recover & invest in long-term flood risk mitigation. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...
UBCM delivered our formal submission about the Professional Reliance Act to the committee tasked with reviewing the proposed bill. Our submission urges the committee to recommend against proceeding with the bill. #bcpoli
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UBCM urges legislative committee to recommend against Bill M216
Private member’s bill M216 passed second reading and has been sent to the Select Standing Committee on Private Bills and Private Members’ Bills for review. UBCM’s submission to the committee warns…
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December 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
UBCM delivered our formal submission about the Professional Reliance Act to the committee tasked with reviewing the proposed bill. Our submission urges the committee to recommend against proceeding with the bill. #bcpoli
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Local govs are encouraged to give feedback on private member bill M216 as it moves into committee. The bill limits local government due diligence on development proposals, instead letting professionals hired by developers to certify their own projects.
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UBCM encourages local government response to Bill M216
The Professional Reliance Act bill (M216) threatens to weaken the oversight of new home construction and increase the liability risk of taxpayers
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November 19, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Local govs are encouraged to give feedback on private member bill M216 as it moves into committee. The bill limits local government due diligence on development proposals, instead letting professionals hired by developers to certify their own projects.
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Members support the Province’s intent to speed up permitting, provide flexibility during disaster recovery and provide a stronger role for First Nations – but they also indicated significant concerns with the potential risks of the proposed changes.
November 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Members support the Province’s intent to speed up permitting, provide flexibility during disaster recovery and provide a stronger role for First Nations – but they also indicated significant concerns with the potential risks of the proposed changes.
UBCM has shared a report with the Province indicating that proposed changes will require more engagement with local governments, First Nations, and other stakeholders to effectively renew the current legislation.
November 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
UBCM has shared a report with the Province indicating that proposed changes will require more engagement with local governments, First Nations, and other stakeholders to effectively renew the current legislation.
UBCM members overwhelmingly support a pause to legislative development on the Heritage Conservation Act to allow for face-to-face consultation.
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Time needed for the Province to get Heritage Conservation Act right
UBCM members overwhelmingly support a pause to legislative development to allow for face to face consultation.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
UBCM members overwhelmingly support a pause to legislative development on the Heritage Conservation Act to allow for face-to-face consultation.
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Did you attend UBCM's 2025 Convention? We'd love to hear your feedback. Fill out a 5-minute survey – you will be entered to win an Apple Watch! Survey closes October 15. #UBCM25 q.surveypal.com/2025-UBCM-Co...
October 9, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Did you attend UBCM's 2025 Convention? We'd love to hear your feedback. Fill out a 5-minute survey – you will be entered to win an Apple Watch! Survey closes October 15. #UBCM25 q.surveypal.com/2025-UBCM-Co...
What we hear will be reported to BC before legislative amendments are introduced.
Key dates: Survey open Oct 9-23 • Webinar for UBCM members Nov 7 • Final report published Nov 14.
Key dates: Survey open Oct 9-23 • Webinar for UBCM members Nov 7 • Final report published Nov 14.
October 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
What we hear will be reported to BC before legislative amendments are introduced.
Key dates: Survey open Oct 9-23 • Webinar for UBCM members Nov 7 • Final report published Nov 14.
Key dates: Survey open Oct 9-23 • Webinar for UBCM members Nov 7 • Final report published Nov 14.
ATTN CAOs and elected officials: UBCM is leading an engagement process regarding the proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act. Calling for local governments to review the proposed changes & share feedback. #bcpoli
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UBCM to lead Heritage Conservation Act consultation
The provincial government’s consultation period for over 50 proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) has been extended until November 14. UBCM has developed a process for local…
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October 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
ATTN CAOs and elected officials: UBCM is leading an engagement process regarding the proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act. Calling for local governments to review the proposed changes & share feedback. #bcpoli
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UBCM membership adopted the 2025 Annual Report and Financial Reports at the 2025 Convention. Executive Director Gary MacIsaac presented a summary of the past year at UBCM. #UBCM25
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A year in review from UBCM's Executive Director
UBCM membership adopted the 2025 Annual Report and Financial Reports at the 2025 Convention. Executive Director Gary MacIsaac presented a summary of the past year at UBCM.
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September 29, 2025 at 4:15 PM
UBCM membership adopted the 2025 Annual Report and Financial Reports at the 2025 Convention. Executive Director Gary MacIsaac presented a summary of the past year at UBCM. #UBCM25
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So he wants to create a Crown corporation to get rid of governance expenses. But here are Metro's expenses. Government stuff = <1% of all costs. You miiiiiiight get 2% of cost savings, once you get rid of all the planning stuff. Maybe.
September 26, 2025 at 11:50 PM
So he wants to create a Crown corporation to get rid of governance expenses. But here are Metro's expenses. Government stuff = <1% of all costs. You miiiiiiight get 2% of cost savings, once you get rid of all the planning stuff. Maybe.
Julian Daly, CEO of Our Place shelter society in Victoria, discusses a strategic shift in addressing street disorder by prioritizing healthcare as the first response. Julian was a panelist on the Disordered Downtown session earlier in the week. #UBCM25
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Rethinking care for those in need
Julian Daly, CEO of Our Place shelter society in Victoria, discusses a strategic shift in addressing street disorder by prioritizing healthcare as the first response. Julian was a panelist on the…
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September 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Julian Daly, CEO of Our Place shelter society in Victoria, discusses a strategic shift in addressing street disorder by prioritizing healthcare as the first response. Julian was a panelist on the Disordered Downtown session earlier in the week. #UBCM25
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In a recent landmark ruling, the BC Supreme Court granted Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title to about 800 acres in the City of Richmond. Our panel of lawyers reviewed the case and discussed the implications for local governments across BC. #UBCM25
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Implications from the Cowichan Tribes decision
In a recent landmark ruling, the BC Supreme Court granted Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title to about 800 acres in the City of Richmond including fee simple lands. Our panel of lawyers reviewed the…
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September 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
In a recent landmark ruling, the BC Supreme Court granted Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title to about 800 acres in the City of Richmond. Our panel of lawyers reviewed the case and discussed the implications for local governments across BC. #UBCM25
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Newly elected leader of the Green Party of BC, Emily Lowan, addressed UBCM delegates at 2025 Convention, speaking of her vision for the province. #UBCM25
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Green Party of BC: Emily Lowan
Green Party of BC's leader, Emily Lowan, addressed UBCM delegates at 2025 Convention.
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September 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Newly elected leader of the Green Party of BC, Emily Lowan, addressed UBCM delegates at 2025 Convention, speaking of her vision for the province. #UBCM25
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John Rustad, Leader of the BC Conservatives, spoke to delegates yesterday at the 2025 UBCM Convention about his priority issues for the province. #UBCM25
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September 26, 2025 at 3:37 PM
John Rustad, Leader of the BC Conservatives, spoke to delegates yesterday at the 2025 UBCM Convention about his priority issues for the province. #UBCM25
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UBCM is calling on the Province to pause progress on changes to the Heritage Conservation Act until meaningful consultation can be conducted with local governments.
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September 24, 2025 at 5:32 PM
UBCM is calling on the Province to pause progress on changes to the Heritage Conservation Act until meaningful consultation can be conducted with local governments.
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Panelists at the plenary session convened around the state of BC economics. The bottom line was that there is no quick way out of this structural financial situation. "This didn’t happen in the last six months, and it didn’t happen because of Donald Trump." #UBCM25
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Modest growth & big challenges: the road ahead for BC’s economy
This didn’t happen in the last six months, and it didn’t happen because of Donald Trump, said Daivd Williams, VP of Policy for the Business Council of BC. It’s a structural issue stemming from…
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September 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Panelists at the plenary session convened around the state of BC economics. The bottom line was that there is no quick way out of this structural financial situation. "This didn’t happen in the last six months, and it didn’t happen because of Donald Trump." #UBCM25
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EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY: @metrovancouverorg.bsky.social won for its Repair Cafes that help divert waste while creating a sense of community and adding social value.
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY: @metrovancouverorg.bsky.social won for its Repair Cafes that help divert waste while creating a sense of community and adding social value.
EXCELLENCE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT: The City of Greenwood won for its asset management plan to move the community away from reactive infrastructure maintenance towards a proactive data-led practice.
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
EXCELLENCE IN ASSET MANAGEMENT: The City of Greenwood won for its asset management plan to move the community away from reactive infrastructure maintenance towards a proactive data-led practice.
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE DELIVERY: The @esquimaltbc.bsky.social won for its Youth Aquatic Safety & Leadership Program that leveraged existing resources to fill a need for more lifeguards. An honourable mention went to the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako for its Cycle 16 Trail Project.
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE DELIVERY: The @esquimaltbc.bsky.social won for its Youth Aquatic Safety & Leadership Program that leveraged existing resources to fill a need for more lifeguards. An honourable mention went to the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako for its Cycle 16 Trail Project.
PRESIDENTS' COMMITTEE CHOICE: @saanichbc.bsky.social won for its Management Strategy and Implementation Plan that advanced asset management in the district.
EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE: The Village of Cache Creek won for its Transparent Recovery Initiative following the 2023 flood.
EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE: The Village of Cache Creek won for its Transparent Recovery Initiative following the 2023 flood.
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
PRESIDENTS' COMMITTEE CHOICE: @saanichbc.bsky.social won for its Management Strategy and Implementation Plan that advanced asset management in the district.
EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE: The Village of Cache Creek won for its Transparent Recovery Initiative following the 2023 flood.
EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE: The Village of Cache Creek won for its Transparent Recovery Initiative following the 2023 flood.
Congratulations to the winners of this year's Community Excellence Awards! We are proud to celebrate each of you for demonstrating exemplary leadership in local government. #UBCM25
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Congratulations to the winners of this year's Community Excellence Awards! We are proud to celebrate each of you for demonstrating exemplary leadership in local government. #UBCM25