A hiring freeze on new public service employees is being implemented by the province amid the looming tariff threats from American President Donald Trump.
The joint announcement was made today (Thursday) by Finance Minister Brenda Bailey as well as BC General Employees Union head Paul Finch.
Bailey noted the tariffs already pose the threat of 100,000 jobs lost in all industries provincewide.
She added the current conditions have made it extremely challenging to prepare a budget, slated to be released on March 4th.
It was clarified that ‘public service’ roles are those which service provincial ministries directly, not to be confused with the majority of the ‘public sector.’
Additionally, the proposed provincial $1,000 rebate on groceries will not be included in Budget 2025.
Tomorrow (Friday), BC Forests Minister Ravi Parmar will address the media from Sacramento, California to discuss his meetings with California representatives following the announcement of the Softwood Lumber Advisory Committee and the ongoing concerns about duties and broad tariffs from the United States.
Vista Radio has an interview scheduled with California Building Industry Association president Dan Dunmoyer on the topic at 3:30 PM.
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