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Wednesday, December 21, 2016 10:00 AM
Each year, preventable fires during the holiday season injure British Columbians and cause thousands of dollars in property damage.
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Thursday, September 1, 2016 9:15 AM
Summer is gradually coming to a close, but the wildfire risk in some areas of the province remains a concern.
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Friday, July 29, 2016 7:30 AM
With the return of higher temperatures and drier conditions in many parts of the province this week, wildfire danger ratings are once again on the rise.
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Wednesday, June 8, 2016 7:30 AM
A successful partnership to ensure continued clean air in the Peace region is being celebrated on this, the 24th annual Clean Air Day.
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Tuesday, May 17, 2016 9:00 AM
Rural communities are reminded that the submission deadline for the first intake of applications in the first year of funding under the BC Rural Dividend is May 31, 2016.
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Thursday, May 12, 2016 2:05 PM
As the full scope and scale of impacts from the severe wildfire in Fort McMurray becomes clearer and Alberta transitions from response to resilience efforts, the British Columbia government continues to extend its hand of help with resources to aid the neighbouring province.
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Friday, May 6, 2016 11:00 AM
British Columbia is experiencing an early and active start to the wildfire season, so it’s more important than ever for communities and individuals to do their part to help protect homes, resources and infrastructure from wildfire threats.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2015 9:30 AM
The B.C. government and the Union of British Columbia Municipalities are providing new grants totalling $500,000 to help communities identify and take action to reduce wildfire risks on private land.
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015 11:00 AM
As many people get ready to go on road trips and camping trips this Labour Day long weekend, the B.C. government is encouraging everyone to be road smart on their journeys.
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015 8:45 AM
The BC Wildfire Service reminds everyone planning to head into the backcountry or go camping on the Labour Day long weekend to comply with provincial legislation related to campfire use and open burning.
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