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New funding provides students opportunities to train for STEM careers

May 21, 2019 9:45 AM

Students with a passion for robotics will now have more opportunities to develop their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills and explore career opportunities, thanks to a one-time $250,000 provincial government grant provided to First Robotics BC.
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Government to hold public inquiry into money laundering

May 15, 2019 10:43 AM

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British Columbians benefit from increased access to French resources in libraries

May 9, 2019 9:00 AM

More people throughout British Columbia will benefit from increased access to French public library e-books and audiobooks, helping meet the growing demand for French-language materials.
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Historic places celebrated as part of Francophonie Day in B.C.

March 7, 2019 12:15 PM

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Advanced Education, Skills and Training

Students gear up for clean tech futures with new SFU facility

April 25, 2019 10:45 AM

In September 2019, Simon Fraser University (SFU) students will be able to train, for the first time, in new state-of-the-art facilities for sustainable energy engineering, a program unique to Western Canada.
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More open textbooks arriving on student bookshelves

April 17, 2019 9:30 AM

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Agriculture

Recognizing the sector that puts B.C. beef on people's plates

May 14, 2019 12:15 PM

The mouth-watering smell of barbecued beef was in the air outside the Parliament Buildings as the B.C. government and industry celebrated B.C. Beef Day.
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British Columbia Farmers and Researchers Team Up on Climate Change Adaptation

May 21, 2019 9:30 AM

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Government to hold public inquiry into money laundering

May 15, 2019 10:43 AM

The Province will hold a public inquiry into money laundering that has distorted British Columbia’s economy, fuelled the overdose crisis and driven up housing prices.
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Billions in money laundering increased B.C. housing prices, expert panel finds

May 9, 2019 12:22 PM

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Children and Family Development

Shuswap families get new child care spaces

May 22, 2019 9:15 AM

Parents in the Shuswap region have more options for child care with the addition of 19 new licensed child care spaces in the area, including the first licensed family child care centre in Sicamous.
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Reaching out for help is worth it

May 6, 2019 11:00 AM

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Citizens' Services

High-speed internet creating new local business opportunities

April 26, 2019 1:45 PM

High-speed internet access helps B.C.’s local businesses grow into new markets, cut operating costs and reduce their environmental impacts by using technology.
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Raising cyber-aware adults

April 29, 2019 1:45 PM

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Education

New funding provides students opportunities to train for STEM careers

May 21, 2019 9:45 AM

Students with a passion for robotics will now have more opportunities to develop their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills and explore career opportunities, thanks to a one-time $250,000 provincial government grant provided to First Robotics BC.
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More students supported by SOGI-inclusive education

May 17, 2019 10:15 AM

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Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources

CleanBC efficiency rebates make saving energy more affordable

April 26, 2019 10:15 AM

British Columbians making energy-saving improvements to their homes can save thousands of dollars with new CleanBC efficiency rebates.
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Funding for Geoscience BC will strengthen mining sector

May 9, 2019 10:45 AM

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Environment and Climate Change Strategy

May long weekend will be busy in BC Parks

May 14, 2019 1:30 PM

People enjoying provincial parks and campgrounds over the Victoria Day long weekend are encouraged to be safe, have fun and allow everyone to benefit from everything BC Parks have to offer.
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Public asked to help monitor white-nose syndrome in bats

April 17, 2019 3:00 PM

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Finance

Government to hold public inquiry into money laundering

May 15, 2019 10:43 AM

The Province will hold a public inquiry into money laundering that has distorted British Columbia’s economy, fuelled the overdose crisis and driven up housing prices.
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Billions in money laundering increased B.C. housing prices, expert panel finds

May 9, 2019 12:22 PM

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Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

B.C. government gets ready for 2019 wildfire season

March 19, 2019 10:30 AM

In the wake of two of the worst wildfire seasons on record, the British Columbia government is stepping up with more fire prevention strategies, programs and funding to help keep British Columbians and their communities safe this summer.
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Campers to benefit from upgraded sites

May 13, 2019 9:30 AM

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Health

One month in: Update on measles immunization catch-up program

May 9, 2019 9:45 AM

Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, has provided an update on the measles immunization catch-up program that was launched April 1, 2019.
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Full steam ahead for new Mills Memorial Hospital

May 21, 2019 10:20 AM

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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

B.C. First Nations, Province partner in historic revenue-sharing agreement

February 19, 2019 2:00 PM

As part of Budget 2019, First Nations in British Columbia will have a stable, long-term source of funding to invest in their communities’ priorities, through a historic revenue-sharing agreement between the Province and the First Nations Leadership Council.
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Nicola Valley First Nations, Province sign agreement to bolster regional prosperity, advance economic partnership

March 20, 2019 12:15 PM

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Jobs, Trade and Technology

Export Navigator pilot expanded to support regional exporters

April 23, 2019 11:15 AM

To help more rural business owners in B.C. get their goods to international and interprovincial markets, the Export Navigator initiative will be expanded to offer specialized support for businesses owned by Indigenous peoples, women and youth.
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Immigration pilot program helps drive economic growth

March 14, 2019 12:00 PM

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Labour

Supporting the unsung heroes of health care

May 21, 2019 1:15 PM

Health care aides, hospital cooks, cleaners and the thousands of people who work behind the scenes to support patient care in B.C.’s health care facilities are being better supported and protected by recent regulatory changes.
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Changes to employment standards will better protect children, support workers

April 29, 2019 2:00 PM

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Mental Health and Addictions

More parents, kids to get help from free mental health service

March 29, 2019 10:15 AM

Parents and caregivers in B.C. whose children have anxiety impacting their development and day-to-day happiness at home, school and in the community will soon have access to a new, free intervention program.
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Minister's statement on Mental Health Week

May 5, 2019 9:00 AM

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Municipal Affairs and Housing

More than 20,000 new homes underway for people throughout B.C.

May 22, 2019 10:15 AM

Partnerships with organizations like the Union Gospel Mission, which is breaking ground on new housing for women and children, are behind the success of the more than 20,000 new homes complete or underway in nearly 80 communities throughout the province.
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Innovative partnership will provide homes for middle-income families

May 3, 2019 11:15 AM

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Public Safety and Solicitor General

Fans win, scalpers lose with ticket buying law changes

April 9, 2019 10:16 AM

By eliminating ticket bots and mass-buying software, new ticket buying laws will provide more consumer protections and fairer processes for people for when they buy tickets for events, online or at the ticket booth.
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Emergency Preparedness Week and Alert Ready testing

May 6, 2019 8:30 AM

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Social Development and Poverty Reduction

New funding will support food security programs throughout B.C.

April 30, 2019 12:45 PM

With a $3-million grant from the B.C. government, the Victoria Foundation will improve access to fresh, nutritious, affordable food for thousands of people who regularly experience food insecurity.
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Government supports access to free menstrual products for students, people in need

April 5, 2019 9:45 AM

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Tourism, Arts and Culture

People and communities get inspired, connected through the arts

April 29, 2019 12:15 PM

More people will have the opportunity to enjoy B.C.’s community festivals and visual artists, thanks to an increase in BC Arts Council grants.
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Amplify will continue to rock B.C. communities

April 12, 2019 10:20 AM

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Major Trans-Canada improvements to boost trade and support safe efficient travels in and around Langley

April 25, 2019 1:15 PM

Investing in transportation infrastructure is critical to connecting communities, helping businesses compete and creating a strong economy and middle class.
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Drivers reminded to share the road with horses, riders

May 3, 2019 8:45 AM

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Government to hold public inquiry into money laundering

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 10:43 AM

The Province will hold a public inquiry into money laundering that has distorted British Columbia’s economy, fuelled the overdose crisis and driven up housing prices.

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Billions in money laundering increased B.C. housing prices, expert panel finds

Thursday, May 9, 2019 12:22 PM

More than $7 billion in dirty money was laundered in B.C. in 2018, hiking the cost of buying a home by about 5%, according to British Columbia’s Expert Panel on Money Laundering in Real Estate.

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New Crown agency to support family maintenance services

Monday, May 13, 2019 1:00 PM

Government will establish a new Crown agency to oversee the Family Maintenance Enforcement Program (FMEP) and put families at the forefront of service delivery.

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New dispute resolution services to benefit Victoria families

Monday, May 13, 2019 8:45 AM

A new service is available to assist families in Victoria with mediation and conflict resolution.

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Car owners protected from first crash with occasional unlisted drivers

Friday, May 10, 2019 2:50 PM

People who occasionally lend their vehicles to friends or other unlisted non-household members will not have to purchase additional protection in case of a crash, due to changes to ICBC’s new insurance rating model.

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B.C. appoints three new provincial court judges

Friday, May 10, 2019 2:45 PM

The Government of British Columbia is appointing three new provincial court judges to support the judiciary with the resources needed to continue providing access to justice.

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Independent review of B.C. liquor distribution system underway

Friday, May 10, 2019 2:30 PM

Work is underway on an independent review of wholesale liquor distribution in British Columbia.

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Second German report finds money laundering in B.C. luxury car market

Tuesday, May 7, 2019 11:35 AM

British Columbia’s luxury car sector is being used to launder the proceeds of crime, according to an independent review on money laundering through luxury cars and horse racing by former senior RCMP officer Peter German.

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Reports on harassment investigation at B.C. casino released

Wednesday, May 1, 2019 9:00 AM

Two reports on allegations of sexual harassment and assault on casino staff by patrons at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond have been released by David Eby, Attorney General.

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Changes to support capacity at Independent Investigation Office

Monday, April 29, 2019 2:10 PM

Two proposed amendments to the Police Act respond to concerns from British Columbia’s Independent Investigation Office (IIO).

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Attorney General’s statement on Law Week 2019

Monday, April 15, 2019 3:30 PM

David Eby, Attorney General, has issued the following statement on Law Week 2019:

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Joint statement on anti-money laundering commitments by real estate industry

Monday, April 15, 2019 10:15 AM

David Eby, Attorney General, and Carole James, Minister of Finance, have issued the following statement on anti-money laundering commitments by the real estate industry:

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BC Liquor Stores raise more than $280,000 for dry grad

Tuesday, April 9, 2019 2:00 PM

BC Liquor Stores customers have again helped British Columbian Grade 12 students, raising more than $280,000 as part of the annual Support Dry Grad Campaign for alcohol-free high school graduation celebrations.

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Review finds zero dedicated federal anti-money laundering police officers working in B.C.

Monday, April 8, 2019 10:50 AM

There are currently no dedicated federal RCMP officers in B.C. investigating criminal money laundering, according to the latest report into money laundering in the province by Peter German.

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Attorney General's statement on Make a Will Week 2019

Sunday, April 7, 2019 9:00 AM

David Eby, Attorney General, has issued the following statement on Make a Will Week 2019, which starts Sunday, April 7:

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