BC New Democrat Government Delivers Throne Speech, Budget on Way in Election Year

The political agenda for British Columbia Premier David Eby’s NDP government heading into an election this fall will take shape on Feb. 20 with the delivery of a throne speech starting the spring legislative session. The speech outlining the government’s goals this year comes just ahead of the provincial budget on Feb. 22 and the election this fall. Recent forecasts from the Ministry of Finance and private financial experts suggest the province will experience slow economic growth this year. Mr. Eby has said he expects the government to table about 20 pieces of new legislation and a budget that looks to help families facing the high cost of living....