Modernizing Allowable Election Expenses

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Regulation of the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act of British Columbia introduces amendments to various election-related regulations, covering election financing, leadership contestant financing reports, nomination contests, political party and constituency association financial reports,

Alternative Application Process for Income Assistance

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The order issued by the Lieutenant Governor, with the advice and consent of the Executive Council, pertains to the implementation of amendments to the Social Development and Poverty Reduction Statutes. These changes primarily impact the

Structured Governance in Manufactured Home Parks

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On April 30, 2024, the British Columbia government issued an order under the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act, resulting in amendments to the Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Regulation (B.C. Reg. 481/2003). Known as B.C. Reg.

Strata Financial Health Requirements

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On April 22, 2024, the British Columbia government approved B.C. Reg. 88/2024, enacted under the Municipal Affairs and Housing Statutes Amendment Act (No. 2), 2020, and the Strata Property Act. This regulation introduces amendments to

Short-Term Rentals Under New Scrutiny

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B.C. Reg. 85/2024 enacted under the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act (S.B.C. 2023, c. 32), This regulation aims to streamline the operation of short-term rentals, particularly those listed on major platforms, while ensuring adherence to local

Plan C: Prescription Drug Coverage for the Vulnerable

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On April 4, 2024, the Government of British Columbia issued B.C. Reg. 77/2024, which amends the existing Drug Plans Regulation, B.C. Reg. 73/2015, under the Pharmaceutical Services Act. This amendment introduces a new division, Division

Improving Investor Access to Essential Documents

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On March 25, 2024, the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) announced regulatory amendments through B.C. Reg. 70/2024, which will take effect on April 16, 2024. These amendments pertain to four significant National Instruments (NIs) related

Stewardship Standards in Forestry Operations

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On March 11, 2024, British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor approved B.C. Reg. 57/2024 under the Forest and Range Practices Act, the Forest Practices Code of British Columbia Act, and the Forest Statutes Amendment Act, 2021. It

Replacing BOD5 with CBOD5 in Wastewater Treatment

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On March 6, 2024, British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor enacted amendments to the Municipal Wastewater Regulation, B.C. Reg. 87/2012, through B.C. Reg. 50/2024, based on the recommendation of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

Regulatory Expansion in Emerging Energy Sectors

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B.C. Reg. 38/2024, deposited on March 4, 2024, introduces amendments to the Fee, Levy, and Security Regulation (B.C. Reg. 8/2014) under the newly updated Energy Resource Activities Act. These changes, ordered by the Board of