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Tuesday, April 2, 2013 10:10 AM
Eight local governments have received Age-friendly BC Recognition for their actions in supporting older residents to remain healthy and active in their communities.
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Monday, March 18, 2013 9:45 AM
Twenty communities throughout British Columbia received more than $7.36 million in BikeBC funding this year to expand and build cycling lanes, trails and paths for B.C families, contribute to increased physical activity and help reduce greenhouse gases.
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Monday, March 11, 2013 9:45 AM
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The B.C. government is marking the third anniversary of Canada's ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities with new funding and initiatives that build on B.C.'s leadership as an inclusive, accessible province, announced Minister of Social Development, Moira Stilwell, M.D.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2013 1:50 PM
Legislation was introduced in British Columbia to create the Seniors' Advocate Act, which will help build a more accessible, transparent and accountable approach to seniors' care.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012 8:25 AM
The B.C. government, in collaboration with the BC Healthy Communities Society, released a guide to help interested local governments and First Nations better plan for events involving alcohol, creating a safer, healthier setting for event-goers and the community.
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Monday, December 3, 2012 9:30 AM
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Monday, Dec. 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's theme - "removing barriers to create an inclusive and accessible society for all" - is a goal celebrated and shared here in British Columbia.
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Thursday, September 27, 2012 2:45 PM
Minister of State for Seniors Ralph Sultan today announced additional funding for Age-friendly BC communities for 2013, supporting seniors around British Columbia.
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012 8:15 AM
Minister of State for Seniors Ralph Sultan today awarded representatives of nine local governments with Age-friendly BC Recognition, consisting of $1,000 and a congratulatory poster, for their efforts to support older residents in remaining healthy and active in the community.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012 7:00 AM
In order to raise awareness about workplace rights and responsibilities, the Ministry of Labour, Citizens' Services and Open Government will be releasing a series of information bulletins and factsheets this week as Labour Day approaches. This is the second in the series.
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Thursday, July 19, 2012 9:00 AM
Nine local governments will receive Age-friendly BC Recognition for their efforts to support older residents to remain healthy and active in the community.
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