This report: Outlines the essential elements of a meaningful poverty reduction plan; Looks at the emergence of poverty reduction strategies in other jurisdictions; Includes the latest poverty statistics for BC (showing those groups for whom poverty is most acute); Proposes concrete targets and timelines for BC, as well as accountability mechanisms; Outlines a large package of policies and programs that should be part of a comprehensive poverty reduction strategy, highlighting priority items for immediate action (and where possible, costing these recommendations).