Toured the stunning grounds of Royal Roads today, visiting Hatley Castle and its lush gardens. 

While the campus is a sight to behold, it was the conversations with the Global Management Masters students, faculty, CUPE staff and the Royal Roads University Student Association (RRUSA) that left me inspired!

So cool to meet the amazing students at @UVic and learn about the work done at the OrcaSat Ground Station Lab to design, build, and launch the OrcaSat project into orbit back in 2022!

Construction and Skills Trade Month is a time to celebrate BC’s amazing skills trade workers. In Surrey this week visiting Brandon Turenne training providers FTI BC, @liuna1611 and RTi, hearing about the great work they are doing to prepare apprentices for the jobs of tomorrow.

This year’s provincial competition marks Skills Canada BC’s 30th anniversary! Thank you @skillsbc for the amazing work you do to inspire young students across the province to pursue tech and the skilled trades.

Supporting First Nations post-secondary education is an important step in reconciliation. That’s why we’ve introduced legislation to provide a funding commitment for eligible institutes across the province. First Nations Education Steering Committee news.gov.bc.ca/30644

With the new TradeUpBC, experienced tradespeople can learn advanced skills and find micro-credentials and professional development offerings. Thank you #BCIT for hosting me today! news.gov.bc.ca/30620 #BCTrades #Skilledtrades

This month, join me in recognizing the invaluable contribution of construction and skilled trades workers who build our homes, hospitals, and communities in British Columbia. SkilledTradesBC BC Building Trades BCCWITT

BC'ers facing increased living costs due to global inflation can look forward to a credit on their electricity bills next month. This initiative aims to ease financial burdens by saving households an average of $100 annually based on energy consumption. buff.ly/48CEuaR

Camosun College’s Automotive Service Technician program is providing students with the skills needed for the in-demand jobs of the future.  The innovative work being done at Camosun College and on Post-Secondary Campuses across BC is inspiring.

Happy to participate in the start of construction celebration at Douglas College in New West today with @David_Eby. This project will provide over 360 students beds as well as new academic space for Douglas College. #NewWestminster #bcstudents news.gov.bc.ca/30376

Having a just minimum wage is a crucial step in combatting worldwide inflation and building a robust economy. On June 1, the lowest-paid employees in BC will receive a wage increase from $16.75 to $17.40 per hour. This is consistent with BC’s average rate of inflation in 2023.

To relieve small businesses from the rising costs and high interest rates, we are ⬆️ the exemption threshold for the Employer Health Tax. This will result in significant savings, allowing them to reallocate 💲 towards hiring/retaining new employees. buff.ly/3Iful9g

The Home Flipping Tax will combat the practice of quickly reselling homes for profit, leading to inflated housing prices. This tax will apply to profits made from selling a residential property within 2 years of purchase, with the revenue going towards affordable housing in B.C.

The Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills is doing important work– from the #StrongerBC Future Ready Action Plan to fair credential recognition. Honoured David Eby appointed me Minister and excited to continue this work so people can get the skills they need!

Today marked a busy start to the Legislative Session in Victoria! 🏛 One highlight was welcoming members of my MLA Youth Council to witness the Throne Speech. They had the opportunity to visit the Premier's office, chat with Ministers, and soak in the parliamentary experience!

Today, people in BC celebrate Family Day. It’s an opportunity to spend time with your family - whether that’s biological, adopted or chosen. We wish you and those you call family a happy Family Day! Learn more: gov.bc.ca/BCFamilyDay

Our government is proud to launch a new #ServiceBCVan , bringing essential government services to every corner of B.C. From rural areas to remote Indigenous communities, to providing support after natural disasters, we’re committed to accessibility for all. news.gov.bc.ca/30295

More than 130 households on Westham Island in Delta now have access to reliable high-speed internet service – another step in our commitment to connect every community in B.C. by 2027. news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024C…