Funding school food programs is another way we’re helping parents save money! 🍎🥪📚   Through B.C’s Feeding Futures fund and the National School Food Program, we're helping parents save money on groceries while making sure kids are fed at school.

We want to hear from you on the future of ChildCareBC! The ChildCareBC Engagement Survey gives providers, early childhood educators, and families the chance to have their say on future of child care in BC. For more info, check out: engage.gov.bc.ca/govtogetherb...

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 Pride celebrations uplift and honour the progress achieved by the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and are a time to reaffirm that hate and discrimination have no place in our province. #pride2026

Your voice matters: help us plan for the future of ChildCareBC. Tell us how child care could work better by completing the survey at the link below by July 9. Have your say at gov.bc.ca/ChildCareSurvey

We want to hear from you on the future of ChildCareBC!   Today we launched the ChildCareBC Engagement Survey to give providers, early childhood educators, and families the chance to have their say on future of child care in BC.   For more information, check out: gov.bc.ca/ChildCareSurvey

Nothing makes a schoolyard feel more alive than the sound of kids playing. 🛝💙 I’m so excited that Blueridge Elementary is receiving $200,000 in Provincial funding for a new accessible playground, the latest investment in safer, more inclusive play spaces for kids here in North Vancouver.

Nearly 900 new child care spaces have opened in 17 communities across BC so far this year, with another 12,000 in development. Provincial funding is now available to help school districts create child care on school grounds where suitable space is available. News.gov.bc.ca/33737

Busy mornings & afternoons are easier with child care close to home. 🚧 We’re creating a new program to help school districts create before & after school care in existing spaces, meaning more spots, less stress, and stronger communities across #BC https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026ECC0018-000529

There’s some very exciting business happening across B.C. right now… and yes, it involves monkey bars, swings, and a lot of future games of tag. 🛝🎉 We’re investing in 25 new accessible school playgrounds across the province so more kids can play, explore, imagine, and grow together.

More kids will have access to child care right where they already are thanks to new provincial funding for before-and after-school care on school grounds! 🎉 @jodiewickens.bsky.social

Happy Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! 🎉   Today we celebrate child care providers for the vital role they play in supporting thousands of children and families across our province. #childcarebc #childcaremonth #childcare #bcpoli

This Emergency Preparedness Week I encourage everyone in BC to take action to prepare themselves and their families. The best time to prevent the worst of an emergency is before one happens. Taking small steps today can have a large impact tomorrow. 👉 news.gov.bc.ca/33701

Happy Child Care Month BC! 🎉 I’d like to recognize and thank the incredibly hardworking people who are at the heart of our child care system, and celebrate the important role child care plays in our lives, our communities, and our economy. #childcarebc #childcaremonth

The Legislature felt a bit more like home last week! I love when students from Coquitlam visit Victoria. On Friday, Mr. Seah and the Pinetree Secondary Band 🎶came to perform outside the Legislature. I was grateful to be able to say hi and answer some questions about what life is like as a Minister.

Moody Elementary is now open in #PortMoody!🏗️ This seismic replacement and expansion brings safer classrooms, more student spaces, and on site child care, making pick-ups & drop-offs easier for families & helping kids thrive every day. https://news.gov.bc.ca/33653

This evening, Jewish people around the world will light candles and remember those murdered in the Holocaust. Yom HaShoah calls on everyone to remember and reflect. We honour the six million people killed by the Nazis in a systematic attempt to annihilate Jewish people. (1/10)

What an amazing way to wrap #educationweek, hearing firsthand from students in the Early Childhood Educator Dual Credit Program at @langaracollege.bsky.social that are getting a head start on their careers! @vsb39.bsky.social Thank you for such a meaningful student-led discussion! #proudtolearn 🎓📚

From shovel in the ground to students in class in just over a year.⏱️ The new addition at Aspen Park Elementary in #Comox is already open, creating more space and a comfortable place to learn so students and families can benefit sooner 📚 @lisabeare.bsky.social#Comoxhttps://news.gov.bc.ca/33578

Honoured to be at the Nanaimo - Ladysmith Schools Foundation donors event. As a former scholarship recipient, I’ve seen what happens when a community invests in young people. The return isn’t measured in dollars, it’s measured in lives changed, futures built, and stronger communities. #Nanaimo

A great way to celebrate #educationweek 🎓! A big thanks to @bcsta.bsky.social for your welcome - and to everyone in attendance for your ongoing commitment to lifting up the next generation! I am excited about what we will continue to build together in B.C.! ✏️📚

More space, more opportunities for #Ladysmith learners 💛🏫 A seismic replacement at Ladysmith Intermediate and a 250 seat expansion at Ladysmith Primary will support families in the region for years to come. https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026INF0024-000382

Big news for Grandview Heights! 🏗️✨ A new 500 seat addition will bring more classrooms, science labs and specialty learning spaces to support #Surrey students. @lisabeare.bsky.social#Surreyhttps://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026INF0023-000379

Our kids deserve the best in this province. That’s why we’re building and upgrading schools across BC. In the Okanagan alone, we’ve built seats for 4400 students. We’re going to continue our work so that kids in BC have a high quality place to learn.

#EducationWeek! 📚✨
 Today and everyday, we’re celebrating the incredible teachers who are at the heart of our thriving education system. 🍎 To every teacher: Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and care. Our schools are stronger because of you. 💙 #BCEd

🎉 Happy #EducationWeek! 📚✨. Join me in celebrating the students, teachers, school and support staff, and trustees who help make B.C.’s education system one of the best in the world. (1/2)

Happy Easter!

For Christians, today is the holiest day on the calendar, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

People of all walks of life are coming together with friends and family to eat good food with good company. And of course, with lots of chocolate eggs for the kids.

Recently visited Hopcott Farms in Pitt Meadows, a multi-generational family operation. From cranberry fields to the butcher shop, it’s a great opportunity to shop local. When we #BuyBC, we get fresh products, support our neighbours and strengthen our local economy.

Today, we celebrate the achievements of transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary people. Today is also a reminder that not everyone is free to live their lives safely. Many still face hate and discrimination, and struggle to access the life-saving health care and supports. (1/3)

⚽ Investing in B.C. communities! $5.1M+ in Community Gaming Grants will support 39 nonprofits with capital projects across the province. In Surrey, Surrey United Soccer club received $250K to help build a more inclusive, year-round multi-sport hub. Stronger spaces. Stronger communities. 💙 #BCpoli

🎉 Thrilled to be in #NorthVancouver to celebrate the opening the new addtion at Westview Elementary! • 100 new seats 🪑 • Modern learning environment 💡 • More room to learn and grow 🌱 @lisabeare.bsky.social#NorthVancouverhttps://news.gov.bc.ca/33469

🏥 Opening Western Canada’s first Complex Menopause Clinic 👶Launching B.C.’s first publicly funded IVF program, with 1,600+ people already approved 🤰Starting consultations on expanding midwives’ scope of practice. Learn more about this work here: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

💊 Free birth control for 394k+ people – first in Canada 🧪240k cervix self‑screen kits mailed – also a first in Canada 🌸Free menopause hormone therapy under PharmaCare

Grateful for yesterday’s women’s health roundtable with Drs. Jen Gunter, Lori Brotto, Gina Ogilvie and Laura Schummers. Inspiring conversations about the work underway in B.C. to expand equitable care and improve health outcomes for women across their lives, including:

🧵: Schools need to remain safe & welcoming spaces for students & staff, because that’s when our students learn best. Likewise, practicing your faith without fear or intimidation is fundamental to who we are as Canadians & British Columbians. @bcsta.bsky.social @bctf.bsky.social @bccpac.bsky.social

Today, we stood with leaders of many faiths: Muslim, Christian, Jewish, Sikh & Hindu - the wonderful diversity of BC. They all shared an increase in alarming incidents at their places of worship. Our new legislation to protect the sanctuary of places of worship from hate, disruption or intimidation.

British Columbians deserve to learn, work and worship without fear of violence and intimidation. That’s why we’re establishing stronger protections to prohibit activities that interfere with safe access to places of worship and schools. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/33444

Today on Pink Shirt Day, we stand together against bullying and for kindness, inclusion and respect. 💗   That message was reflected in the students who joined us in solidarity from Reynolds Secondary School, sharing their message of courage to hear and be heard.   #PinkShirtDay

B.C. Budget 2026 reaffirms our commitment to children and families across British Columbia.💛📚 ✔️ $634M new funding in K–12 education funding ✔️ $330M lift to ChildCareBC ✔️ Investments for before and after school care ✔️ $167M for the Classroom Enhancement Fund 1/2 🧵 #bcpoli

Tonight in Tumbler Ridge, I witnessed a community holding each other close. In the midst of unimaginable grief, you opened your hearts and came together in love and remembrance. Please know this. We are here with you. We will continue to walk alongside you for as long as you need us. ❤️

This week we witnessed a truly horrific school shooting in Tumbler Ridge. And at a time when British Columbians are uniting in support of the community, some people have been exploiting this tragedy to push a political agenda against trans kids. That's shameful and wrong. 🧵

Tumbler Ridge, we continue grieving with you. 🤍 Supports are available for students, families, educators and community members during this incredibly difficult time. Please find mental health and community resources here: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/... #TumblerRidge

The community of Tumbler Ridge has suffered an incredible loss, and I am deeply saddened and shocked by the tragedy. My heart is with everyone, especially those families who have lost a loved one, and the entire community that has experienced such a heart wrenching tragedy. (1/4)

Our hearts are in Tumbler Ridge tonight with the families of those who have lost loved ones. Government will ensure every possible support for community members in the coming days, as we all try to come to terms with this unimaginable tragedy.

Extremely concerning situation unfolding in Tumbler Ridge. Residents of Tumbler Ridge are being asked to stay indoors as police respond to a report of an active shooter.

A new school addition is now under construction at École Hudson Road Elementary in #WestKelowna! It will add 265 student seats, giving children more room to learn and supporting a growing community. @lisabeare.bsky.social https://news.gov.bc.ca/33334

Huge congratulations to Erin Seeley of the #YWCAMetroVancouver on being named to #VanMag 2026 Power 50 🎉 Erin’s leadership and advocacy for child care as a feminist policy is changing lives and strengthening our communities. So well deserved 👏 #ChildCareBC vanmag.com/city/power-5...

One of the best parts of my job is meeting parents, their kids, & the amazing #ChildCareProviders & #ECEs who support families every day 💛 Loved visiting Under the Tree Child Care & Puddle Hoppers Child Care right here in Maple Ridge 🌲👶 Thank you for all you do!

Big win for Abbotsford students 👏 Eight new classrooms and 200 more #StudentSeats are now open at Abbotsford Middle School 🏫 We are delivering safe, modern spaces so kids can learn close to home and thrive now and into the future 🌱 #bced #bcpoli news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

SD71’s Feeding Futures meal program now reaching nearly half of all students! Up from 19% last year. Congrats 👏 #UniversalSchoolFoodAccess #FeedingFutures #bced #bcpoli www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/116139/news/... #SuccessStory