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SUMMARY:Belize Police Department Supplies Control Act (Chapter 293) Training
DESCRIPTION:As concern over issues related to cost of living and consumers’ complaints about price gouging persist\, the Government of Belize through the Ministry of Agriculture\, Food Security and New Growth Industries have been tasked to enhance efforts to address these issues. To this end\, the government has provided the Supplies Control Unit with increased capacity to deliver inspection services on behalf of consumers. The Unit’s staff complement has more than doubled from 5 to 11 personnel and regional offices expanded from two to four with two new offices opened in Orange Walk Town and Independence Village.\n\nFrom June 9th to 11th\, personnel of the Supplies Control Unit benefitted from specialized training to equip them with the tools necessary to conduct comprehensive and effective enforcement inspections in the market to identify violations of the Supplies Control (Prices) regulations. The training covered elements such as; The Constitution\, Origins of Law\, Evidence Gathering\, and other aspects relevant to the Unit’s mandate. This capacity building training was facilitated by the National Police Training Academy through the support of the CEO of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Enterprise and the Commissioner of Police. The Ministry of Agriculture takes this opportunity to thank the Belize Police Department and the National Police Training Academy for its support in building the capacity of the trainees. Personnel of the Belize Bureau of Standards and the Ministry of Agriculture also benefited from the training.
URL:https://bbs.gov.bz/event/belize-police-department-supplies-control-act-chapter-293-training/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260617
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SUMMARY:Belmopan Public Service Information Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Belize Bureau of Standards (BBS) was proud to join ministries and departments from across the government yesterday at the Belmopan Civic Center for the opening of National Public Service Week 2026. \nThis year’s Public Service Information Day was held under the inspiring national theme: “Transforming Public Institutions – Advancing Innovation\, Participation\, and Inclusion.” \nAdvancing Innovation through Quality\nAt the BBS booth\, our team had the incredible opportunity to connect directly with the general public\, students\, and fellow public officers. We showcased how the core pillars of Belize’s National Quality Infrastructure – Standards\, Metrology\, and Consumer Protection – actively drive innovation and ensure fair trade across our country. \nVisitors to our display engaged with interactive demonstrations with our equipment\, learned about our calibration services\, and discovered how everyday standards impact the safety and quality of products in the Belizean marketplace. \nWe extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn about the BBS’ mandates and shared their feedback. We also applaud our fellow public officers across all government departments who continue to serve Belize with dedication\, pride\, and excellence. \nNeed assistance with standards or calibration?\n📍 Visit Us: Power Lane\, Belmopan\, Belize \n🌐 Website: bbs.gov.bz \n📧 Email: helpdesk@bbs.gov.bz
URL:https://bbs.gov.bz/event/belmopan-public-service-information-day-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260625
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SUMMARY:National MSME Roadshow 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Annual National MSME Roadshow\, organized by BELTRAIDE in collaboration with key regulatory partners\, concluded its nationwide tour. Running across 10 locations from June 25 to August 29\, the initiative proved to be a major success for participating institutions\, including the Belize Bureau of Standards (BBS). \nBy bringing regulatory expertise directly to local entrepreneurs through the Roadshow’s Formalization Clinics sessions\, the BBS aims to bridge the gap between national quality standards and local micro\, small\, and medium entrepreneurs (MSME)\, aiming to raise public awareness regarding the key responsibilities and services offered by the Belize Bureau of Standards (BBS). \nKey Pillars of BBS Impact at the 2026 Roadshow \n\nExplaining Standards & Compliance: Entrepreneurs frequently struggle to navigate mandatory quality controls. BBS officers provided one-on-one guidance breaking down national standards\, weight and measurement calibrations\, and compliance steps necessary to shift from casual operations and aim towards a commercial scale approach.\nPackaging and Labelling Initiatives: A central focus point of the sessions was educating business owners on proper product packaging and labelling requirements. Through these national MSME enhancement programs\, meeting BBS labelling standards is critical for local artisans and food producers aiming to get onto supermarket shelves nationwide. Entrepreneurs were encouraged to take advantage of BBS’ Product Label Evaluation services.\nPre-Export Readiness: As part of the “Buy Belizean” movement\, the BBS advises export-ready MSMEs on international standards compliance. Meeting regional standards (CARICOM) early ensures Belizean products can access regional trade corridors without costly repackaging or product redesigns.\n\nImpact Across the Numbers \n\n\n\nIndicator\nMilestone Achieved\n\n\nRoadshow Coverage\n5 Municipalities Covered (San Ignacio/Santa Elena\, Benque Viejo Town\, Corozal Town\, Dangriga Town\, & City of Belmopan)\n\n\nDuration\n5 Days of Interaction\n\n\nFocus Areas\nLabelling Compliance\, Metrology (Industrial & Legal)\, Standards Adoption\n\n\nTarget Sector\nArtisanal Goods\, Beauty & Wellness\, Agro-processing\n\n\n\nDriving the “Buy Belizean” Movement \nThe success of the Belize Bureau of Standards at the 2026 MSME Roadshow goes beyond regulatory enforcement\, we aim to be an economic catalyst. When small businesses adopt national quality benchmarks early\, consumer confidence increases. By lowering the barriers to technical standards\, the BBS strives to ensure that “Made in Belize” is not just a source of local pride\, but a stamp of quality that stands up to regional and global competition. \n   \n 
URL:https://bbs.gov.bz/event/national-msme-roadshow-2026/
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