Province Seeking Input on Draft Framework for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health The Province has released its draft framework for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health which will help with conservation and managing ecosystem health and biodiversity by formalizing protection through legislation and other enabling tools. The draft is the culmination of a series of engagement sessions held by the Province last spring. Members of the public can provide comments no later than January 31, 2024 by contacting biodiversity.ecosystemhealth@gov.bc.ca. See B.C.'s draft Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health Framework for more information.
Feedback sought for provincial Emergency Support Services program With the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires and floods due to climate change, the Province is revamping its approach to emergencies to ensure people and communities are receiving the supports they need. A part of this work involves updating the Emergency Support Services (ESS) program to better meet the needs of people requiring support when they are evacuated from their home due to an emergency. The Province is seeking feedback from evacuees, front-line workers, volunteers, families and businesses about how ESS could be improved. The public survey will be open until Feb. 9, 2024, at 4 p.m. (Pacific time). The survey can be accessed at Emergency Support Services - govTogetherBC.
Great Okanagan Waste Reduction Challenge
Kickstart this year with a commitment to reduce waste and sign up for the Great Okanagan Waste Reduction Challenge. It’s simple: we want the residents of Kelowna to significantly and measurably reduce the amount of waste we generate! For more information, visit Great Okanagan Waste Reduction Challenge. | 
