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Monday, February 29, 2016 12:15 PM
An investment of $5-million to Ocean Networks Canada aims to increase the development and use of earthquake early warning systems in B.C. that could enhance life safety for British Columbians living in areas of the province with seismic risk.
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Monday, February 15, 2016 1:45 PM
New legislation was tabled to modernize the regulatory framework for fire safety in British Columbia.
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Wednesday, February 10, 2016 3:00 PM
The opportunity to provide input into the future of the Emergency Program Act (EPA) has been extended until April 22, 2016, to allow more time for feedback.
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Monday, January 11, 2016 2:00 PM
British Columbians are invited to provide input into the future of the Emergency Program Act (EPA) through an online public engagement website.
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Monday, October 26, 2015 10:00 AM
Premier Christy Clark has issued the following statement on the tragic capsizing of the Leviathan II, a whale-watching tour boat near Tofino:
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Friday, October 9, 2015 11:52 AM
The Province is urging British Columbians to prepare and be diligent, as Environment Canada warns of strong winds and substantial rains for parts of coastal B.C. and the River Forecast Centre warns of high stream flow and potential flooding in many north and central coast communities.
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Friday, October 2, 2015 9:30 AM
An important reminder ahead of Fire Prevention Week: working smoke alarms save lives.
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Tuesday, September 1, 2015 12:50 PM
This weekend’s windstorm that ripped through the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island knocking over trees, power lines and leaving people in the dark for a number of days is a reminder for all British Columbians to make sure they and their families are prepared for any emergency.
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Tuesday, August 18, 2015 2:15 PM
While visiting wildfire-impacted communities, Minister of State for Emergency Preparedness, Naomi Yamamoto announced that a resilience centre for British Columbians impacted by wildfires in Rock Creek and Oliver will be set up to provide programs of support.
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Thursday, July 30, 2015 9:30 AM
Premier Christy Clark announced the following changes in cabinet responsibilities:
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