Message from the CEO

In its first 50 years, the Provincial Capital Commission garnered a well-deserved reputation for helping to create a stunning and vital Capital city through its parks, greenways, beautification and heritage restoration initiatives. In 2010, our 56th year, we continue to pursue our new vision – to connect and celebrate the Capital with every British Columbian.

The PCC is striving to create an even greater Capital, a Capital that all British Columbians can take pride in because it represents them, their energy and their aspirations. We are responsible for preserving and sharing the unique culture, beauty, and history that have made Victoria such a vibrant part of British Columbia and one of the most admired Capital cities in Canada.

We aspire to be creative and visionary, using the Province's rich cultural and natural heritage to inspire generations of British Columbians to build on that legacy. In partnership with schools, communities, First Nations, and government agencies we have created exciting new initiatives and programs, including student travel subsidies, heritage fair awards, and curriculum aids that feature the Capital. We are considering progressive alternatives for the development of under-utilized properties while remaining the responsible steward of some of BC's most notable heritage structures.

Through Outreach programs and initiatives, we are ensuring that all British Columbians, especially our youth, feel vitally connected to and part of their unique and magnificent Capital city.

Ray Parks
CEO, Provincial Capital Commission