In BC, the term psychotherapy is restricted so therapists must call themselves counselors. They have to talk in terms of counseling when they provide the equivalent of psychotherapy. It's a little confusing.

BC has a large market for waterfowl because of its diverse ethnic population and large Asian population.

The Internet Movie Database is an excellent production resource that provides comprehensive details and information on virtually every production, including complete cast and crew lists, plot summary, release dates and filming locations.

There are no treaties with the majority of First Nations in B.C. The Canadian Constitution and court decisions all point to the fact that treaties should be negotiated with First Nations in order to build greater certainty over lands and resources, and equality for all British Columbians.

The British Columbia Treaty Commission (BCTC) is an independent body of five commissioners appointed by Canada, British Columbia and the First Nations Summit to oversee the process of treaty negotiations. As "the keeper of the process," the activities of the BCTC allow many treaty negotiations to take place at the same time, rather than queuing treaties and negotiating them one at a time over many decades.

British Columbia has 1,701 reserves, or approximately 63 per cent of Canada's 2,675 reserves. (Source: Government of Canada. See Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (PDF - 798KB)).

Also, only the Supreme Court has the authority to grant a divorce and to deal with claims under the Divorce Act. The Provincial Court can deal with child and spousal support and can deal with issues of custody and access and the granting of no contact and non-molestation orders under the Family Relations Act. The Supreme Court can also deal with these issues under the Family Relations Act. In certain cases applying to the Provincial Court can provide a very fast result.

To practice as a Registered Massage Therapist in British Columbia, you must complete 3,000 hours of training in a full-time 3 year program which costs between $25,000 and $30,000 (Canadian). Many people seek an alternative to this, and prefer our more holistic approach, which includes, but is not limited to, medical massage. Graduates of our 650-hour program have set up successful private practices in BC but cannot call themselves Licensed or Registered Massage Therapists.

All CWD infections in game-farmed elk and wild deer in Canada appear to be linked directly or indirectly to contact with infected cervids from affected areas in the USA. British Columbia has never permitted the farming of native species of deer or elk, and BC does not permit the import of any native cervid species into the province.

excellent source is the new Endangered Species and Ecosystems in British Columbia website, and additional information can be found through the Biodiversity & Wildlife publications page, the State of Environment website, or search through the on-line Biodiversity Publications catalogue. See also "Other Links" this website. See the White Sturgeon (Acipenser transmontanus) in British Columbia - FAQ on the status and consequences of listing (PDF 130KB)

Credit Union Central of British Columbia (CUCBC) is the trade association and central banker for all the credit unions in British Columbia. The Access to Basic Banking Services Regulations are federal regulations and do not apply to credit unions in British Columbia.

If you have operations outside of B.C., and are registered with WorkSafeBC (the Workers' Compensation Board of B.C.), it doesn't remove your responsibility to comply with the workers' compensation laws in other provinces, in the territories, or in other countries. Check with the jurisdiction you'll be working in to determine your requirements.

Yes, the urban cities of British Columbia are all well equipped with any amenity you might need. Vancouver is a vibrant city of over 2 million people. Vancouver Island has almost 1 million people. We have all the conveniences you would expect and would find at home.

Yes, we have all of the most common grocery store chains found in the US. We have excellent selections of food items and there shouldn't be anything you cannot find, no matter how exotic. British Columiba is renouned for it's health lifestyle with easily available organic and heath food items. There is also an excellent range of fast food outlets.

Visas are not required for U.S. citizens entering Canada from the U.S. However as of December 31, 2006 passports will be required for all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. As of December 31, 2007, passports will be required for all land border crossings, as well as air and sea travel. The passport is not required to get into Canada but it is required to prove your citizenship when returning to the US.

The vast majority of the population of British Columbia speaks English. You will be able to converse in English everywhere you go.

CMABCJOBS.COM focuses on connecting job seekers with employers in British Columbia. To post national positions, please use the CMA Canada CareerSite : http://www.cma-canada.org/index.cfm/ci_id/2053/la_id/1.htm

All prices quoted in Canadian Dollars. GST & PST is not included. Many US sites will tell you that there are no taxes, but don't tell that to Canada Customs. Your package will be seized and GST/PST/Customs Fees/Penalties will be payable if you want to see the diamond/ring. All Prices listed/quoted are based on 2% cash/wire discount. So if paying by Credit Card, add 2% to the final amount.

British Columbia must be involved in treaty negotiations because many issues fall under provincial jurisdiction, most importantly Crown land and resources. The report of the British Columbia Claims Task Force (1991) also recommended that to achieve lasting agreements as quickly as possible, the negotiation process must be "made in B.C." British Columbia's role in treaty negotiations is to: