Overview: Office of the Premier

The Premier serves as the President of the Executive Council (Cabinet) of the Government of British Columbia. As head of the government and Cabinet, the Premier provides leadership to, and cohesion among ministers, ministries and agencies of government. The Office of the Premier provides advice and support to the Premier, Cabinet and Caucus to facilitate effective and integrated operations of the Government of British Columbia.

The office works closely with all ministries and major agencies to support their work and to ensure policy co-ordination across government. In addition, the Office of the Premier provides leadership in:

• Intergovernmental relations
• Oversight of Crown corporations, agencies, boards and commissions
• Government communications; and
• Cabinet operations.

The Premier, with the support of the Office, is responsible for ensuring the New Era platform is implemented in a timely, open and accountable fashion.