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Michael de Jong was re-elected in 2013 as the MLA for Abbotsford West, an area he has represented since first being elected to the legislative assembly of British Columbia in a 1994 by-election. Michael was reappointed as Minister of Finance on June 10, 2013.
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British Columbia’s fifth consecutive balanced budget delivers the dividends of a strong and diversified economy and prudent fiscal management by cutting costs for middle-class B.C. families, investing in priority programs and services, and promoting a competitive, job-creating economy.
Standard and Poor’s Investors Service has confirmed British Columbia’s AAA credit rating with a stable outlook, reflecting the Province's very strong financial management, economy, and budgetary flexibility.
Fitch has confirmed British Columbia’s AAA credit rating with a stable outlook, due to the Province’s steady economic growth, commitment to fiscal balance and manageable debt burden, Finance Minister Michael de Jong announced today.
Small and medium-sized B.C. businesses looking to expand their export capacity and access new markets will soon benefit from a new partnership between the Province and the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.
Dominion Bond Rating Service (DBRS) has confirmed British Columbia’s AA (high) credit rating, thanks to the Province’s strong fiscal discipline and stable economic growth.
Increased flooding = increased risk of landslides.💦 Heavy rainfall increases the chance of landslides & flash floods. If you live down-slope from a potential slide area, listen for unusual sounds that might indicate debris, such as trees cracking or boulders knocking together. To report landslide or debris flow indicators, call the 24-hour provincial toll-free number at 1-800-663-3456 or contact your local fire, police or public works department.
#Evacuation Alert issued for five properties located off the north end of Westside Road @CO_Emerg #BCflood
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NEW: Prescribed burn planned north of Babine Lake, ow.ly/MXAH30c4UBk @BCGovFireInfo #BCWildfire
#BCflood safety tip c/o @BCSafetyAuth Move propane cylinders/portable appliances above the water line. More info:… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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#GypsyMoth aerial spray Treatment 2 complete, the final is tentatively set for June 7, bit.ly/1DZX7Ub @saanich @CentralSaanich
NEW: #Kamloops Fire Centre reminds the public of open burning prohibitions, ow.ly/1EwA30c4HH0 @BCGovFireInfo #BCWildfire
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