24 March 2020 British Columbia announces COVID-19 relief plan The BC government announced a $5 billion relief plan on March 23, for BC residents and businesses affected by the current situation. This plan includes $2.8 billion in support for individuals to weather the crisis and $2.2 billion in relief for businesses and economic recovery. Premier John Horgan said, "Our action plan focuses on services to protect people's health and safety, gives immediate relief to people and businesses, and plans for BC's economic recovery over the long term." Finance Minister Carole James said this action plan is the first step to support people and businesses. Document ID: 2020-0670 |
