British ColumbiaBill M 231In Force
Bill M 231: Veterans and First Responders Month Act
Sponsor: Rosalyn BirdIntroduced February 19, 2026Checked September 30, 2026
Read the official textOfficial version — Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
Latest development
Came into force on .
What this bill does
This bill designates November as 'Veterans and First Responders Month' in British Columbia, creating an annual occasion to recognize and honour the service of Canadian Armed Forces veterans and first responders such as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency dispatchers.
Plain-language summary by Legisail — not legal advice.
Business impact
This bill is largely symbolic and does not directly regulate or impose obligations on businesses. Organizations that work with or support veterans and first responders — such as event organizers, non-profits, or community groups in British Columbia — may find the designation useful for planning recognition initiatives in November. There are no compliance burdens, reporting requirements, or operational changes required of any business. The bill has no meaningful distinction based on business size or industry.
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Where this bill is
First ReadingFebruary 19, 2026
Second ReadingMarch 2, 2026
CommitteeApril 27, 2026
Third ReadingMay 4, 2026
Royal AssentMay 21, 2026
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- Bill number
- M 231
- Type
- Private Member's Public
- Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
- Session
- 43-2
- Takes effect
- In force since May 21, 2026