The 2026 UBCM Resolutions Book is now avaiable. This book includes the full list of resolutions that will be considered at the 2026 UBCM Convention. #UBCM26 www.ubcm.ca/sites/defaul...

We are pleased to announce $152 million in funding for local governments in BC today from the Build Communities Strong Fund. This program invests directly into communities to support critical infrastructure priorities. www.canada.ca/en/housing-i...

UBCM is pleased to announce that Kim Grout has been appointed to serve as our next Executive Director, effective September 8, 2026. Her appointment concludes a nation-wide search to replace outgoing Executive Director Gary MacIsaac as he retires. buff.ly/nOWww3w

Registration is now open for the 2026 UBCM Convention: Common Good. Join is in Vancouver, September 14-18. #UBCM26 access.ubcm.ca/registration/

Nominations for the next UBCM Executive are now open. Advanced nominations are due July 31. Elections will be held at the 2026 Convention in Vancouver. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/p...

UBCM has asked BC to spend more time learning about the implications of its planned Heritage Conservation Act amendments. We're concerned about the ambiguity and number of questions that appear unconsidered, and don't believe it's ready for legislation. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...

UBCM Executive is in Victoria this week to talk about improving engagement practices, emergency management resources, and development financing tools among other priorities. Thank you to the many Ministers and MLAs for making the time! #bcpoli

UBCM is pleased with the Province’s decision to rescind Bill M216, the Professional Reliance Act. We are also grateful to all of the local governments and professional organizations that took the time to share comments on the potential impacts of this Bill.

The Heritage Conservation Act webinar has been moved to April 2. UBCM member communities are invited to hear from Ministry of Forests staff on how feedback from local governments has been incorporated in some of the proposed policy changes for the Act. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...

Community Excellence Awards applications are open! Has your local government worked on an exemplary program or project this year? Consider nominating it for UBCM’s 2026 Community Excellence Awards. Apply before May 29, 2026 buff.ly/NNO9XSh

Bill M216 Professional Reliance Act continues to move forward despite significant risks it would pose for public safety and liability issues. This week the NDP committee chair cast a deciding vote to keep the bill in motion, defeating a Conservative motion to set the bill aside.

In Budget 2026, the Province said that it would slow delivery of its housing commitments, and reallocate $1.4B from its housing strategy. On further inquiry UBCM learned that some of that the reallocation will come from closing the Community Housing Fund. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...

Given the short time frame, the Province has advised that a public statement in support of the change will suffice.

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. www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...

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...

The Community Excellence Awards ceremony is underway. Thrilled to see all these nominated projects that showcase the best of local government in BC.

Read the summary here buff.ly/Q1s5nSQ and the full report here buff.ly/33i0s9T

We’re excited to welcome delegates to Victoria for #UBCM25. This week will be wall-to-wall resolutions debate, policy workshops, collaboration and advocacy. Can't wait!

A Call for Nominations has been issued for local elected officials to serve on the 2025-2026 UBCM Executive. The UBCM Executive guides UBCM's strategic advocacy and operations on behalf of local governments in BC. Nominations due July 31. #UBCM25 www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/l...

UBCM President Trish Mandewo is in Prince Rupert this week, connecting with members of the North Central Local Government Association. This is the last meeting of the spring area association meetings that have been hosted across BC.

Connecting with local leaders in the Kootenay Boundary region.

UBCM president Trish Mandewo speaking with local government colleagues from Kootenay & Boundary region today. Comments focused on how stimulus investment in local govt infrastructure would boost employment and economic growth @trishmandewo.bsky.social

UBCM Executive have had a great few days of meetings with Cabinet Ministers and MLAs to raise local government priorities: infrastructure stimulus spending, affordable housing & emergency healthcare. @ravikahlon.bsky.social @rparmarbc.bsky.social @elenoresturko.bsky.social @trishmandewo.bsky.social

The UBCM Executive is glad to be meeting in person with dozens of MLAs this week, to share to ensure local perspectives are heard at the provincial table. Thanks to @JohnRustad4BC.bsky.social, @nikisharma.bsky.social, @brendavancouver.bsky.social and @dianagibson.bsky.social and all the other MLAs

UBCM Executive Board members are in Victoria this week, making the case for infrastructure stimulus spending in the face of the trade war. We're looking forward to working collaboratively with the Province on common priorities. #bcpoli @davidebybc.bsky.social @trishmandewo.bsky.social

As we await the announcement of BC's new cabinet, local governments are looking for action from the province to support for local infrastructure, affordable housing, homelessness, and emergency management #bcpoli bit.ly/3AAp7Fa