Safeguarding Whistleblowers

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British Columbia implemented amendments to the Public Interest Disclosure Act through B.C. Reg. 131/2023. This regulation modifies the existing rules governing public interest disclosures. One key change involves the Government Body Designation Regulation (B.C. Reg.

Tax Regulations Affect Online Marketplaces and Carbon Tax

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On May 23, 2023, British Columbia enacted regulatory changes under B.C. Reg. 128/2023. These changes involve updates to the Carbon Tax Regulation and the Provincial Sales Tax Regulation, as well as amendments to the Provincial

Data Management to Enhance Efficiency in Tax and Grant Systems

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On May 15, 2023, the British Columbia (B.C.) government enacted Regulation 121/2023, which was approved under Order in Council 302/2023. This regulation introduces amendments to several key pieces of legislation, aiming to enhance information sharing

Provincial Farm Income Support with National Policies

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On April 24, 2023, British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor, following the advice of the Minister of Agriculture and Food, enacted Order in Council 251/2023. This order introduced significant updates to the Farm Income Plans Regulation, B.C.

Updates to Wildfire Management

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On April 24, 2023, British Columbia enacted B.C. Reg. 110/2023, which introduces amendments to the Wildfire Regulation, B.C. Reg. 38/2005, under the Wildfire Act. This regulation makes changes aimed at improving wildfire management and safety.

Expanding the Role and Responsibilities of Pharmacists

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Regulation 111/2023 makes amendments to the regulatory framework governing pharmacy practice in British Columbia. This order updates and amends the existing regulations under the Health Professions Act and the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act

New Tax Rates in B.C.’s Rural Areas

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On April 11, 2023, British Columbia introduced a new regulation under the Taxation (Rural Area) Act, formally designated as B.C. Reg. 101/2023. This update revises the property tax rates applicable to various property categories in