Wendy Cocchia
Wendy Cocchia is the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, a position she has held since her appointment in 2022. As the Queen's representative in the province, she plays a ceremonial role in the legislative process, including delivering the Throne Speech that outlines the government's agenda. Cocchia's tenure is marked by her commitment to public service and community engagement, as she emphasizes the importance of collaboration and unity during challenging times.
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Lieutenant-Governor Wendy Cocchia delivered a heartfelt message aimed at the community in the wake of the Tumbler Ridge shooting.
B.C. Throne Speech delivers sombre message in wake of Tumbler Ridge shooting
Canada· 2026-02-13
Lieutenant-Governor Wendy Cocchia is expected to focus on Tuesday’s tragedy in her Speech from the Throne.
Live updates: Carney to visit Tumbler Ridge on Friday as B.C. observes official day of mourningCanada· 2026-02-12
All four bills that passed now await royal assent from B.C. Lt.-Gov. Wendy Cocchia.
B.C. bill fast-tracking infrastructure projects passes as Speaker Raj Chouhan casts deciding voteCanada· 2025-05-29
Wendy Cocchia is the Lieutenant-Governor who read the Throne Speech promising efforts to reduce reliance on U.S. trade.
Provinces scale back fiscal plans in face of potential trade warCanada· 2025-02-19
Lt.-Gov. Wendy Cocchia is scheduled to deliver the speech from the throne.
Throne speech kicks off B.C.’s legislative session at time of ‘extraordinary change’Canada· 2025-02-18
