Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
The Honourable Janet Austin, OBC

“I am deeply honoured to be appointed as the 31st Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, a role that is both a privilege and a profound responsibility…”

The annual Year End Report of the Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia

BC Day is an opportunity for British Columbians to get out and explore their home and learn more about the vibrant communities and beautiful wilderness that surrounds them.

The Honourable Janet Austin has travelled throughout the South Okanagan on her first official visit.

On the first day of 2021, Government House remained closed and quiet, the traditional New Years Day Levee having been cancelled. What followed was a year defined by its challenges, but also the hope it inspired.

2020 has been an exceptional year in many ways. I reflect on the challenges, accomplishments and small joys of a year like no other.

LG Youth Advisory Council members Samer Rihani and Furqana Khan share advice for students on finances, international studies and helpful resources for confusing times.

Alana Forsyth, LG Youth Advisory Council member, shares how she kept her youth group connected during COVID.

While British Columbians look forward to a long weekend, and we celebrate the birthday of The Queen,

Beautiful orange tulips have bloomed at Government House in special tribute to the friendship between Canada and the Netherlands.

With school closures ongoing for students in British Columbia, parents and caregivers are looking for ways to support continued learning at home.

We are in this together: community resources outside of Vancouver and Victoria for those who need help during these challenging time.

April 19-25 is National Volunteer Week, and I’m kicking it off by recognizing the Honorary Aides-de-Camp who support the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

British Columbians are doing the hard work to stay socially and physically distanced, against all odds, we’re becoming closer than ever before. Learn how communities in our province are building connections and how you too can take part.

For parents and caregivers of children, it can be challenging to come up with new ways to keep young people busy. Fortunately, there are many online resources with ideas and activities to engage kids of all ages.

With recent closures of various parks and community amenities, Government House has been receiving inquiries about continued access to the grounds.

If you’re confined to fitness at home, whether that be in your backyard or living room, there are many options available online. Check out classes from yoga to high intensity workouts and even tips on how to modify your chores to double as a fitness routine.

Many appointments to donate blood have been cancelled in recent weeks, but it’s still safe to make a donation! Find out how you can help save a life.

With Canadians in self isolation, many people are finding themselves reading more than ever. Here’s some tips on how to start your own online book club.

With as many people as possible working remotely to prevent the spread of COVID-19, I want to share some tips on maintaining a healthy home environment.

Front line organizations and caretakers of high-risk populations need our help, and they need it now. Luckily, we can all help in a variety of ways, many of which don’t require leaving your home.

As many of you share our love of literature and its therapeutic value, I’m launching the Great BC Book Club, engaging BC bibliophiles through online discussion.

A message from the Lieutenant Governor regarding COVID-19 and a new digital campaign from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor in support of all British Columbians.

An update on COVID-19 precautions and measures being taken at Government House, from Jerymy Brownridge, Executive Director of Government House.

A statement from the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia on COVID-19…

As we embark on a new year, I reflect with great pleasure on the activities of 2019, the many outstanding people I’ve had the privilege of meeting, and the warm welcome I have received from communities throughout our province…

The Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, supported by the Government House Foundation, has launched the sixth year of Stewards of the Future, a program to promote stewardship and environmental awareness among youth

We’re excited to be working with members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to create a visual timeline focused on significant dates, events and figures of the past 50 years as part of our Commemorate 50 project

Reading recommendations from the Honourable Janet Austin