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Premier's statement on five years of delivering results for people

July 18, 2022 10:00 AM

Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement to mark the five-year anniversary of forming a government that puts people first:
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Vancouver named FIFA World Cup 2026 official host city

June 16, 2022 2:37 PM

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Advanced Education and Skills Training

British Columbia trains, recruits more allied health professionals

July 19, 2022 9:00 AM

British Columbians will soon benefit from as many as 322 more allied health professionals supporting their health-care needs as new training seats are added to public post-secondary institutions throughout B.C.
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Turning the page on adult literacy with increased funding

July 25, 2022 12:00 PM

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Agriculture and Food

BC Fairs launches Buy BC agriculture trivia contest

July 27, 2022 10:30 AM

BC Fairs are taking British Columbians on a journey this summer with an online Buy BC-themed trivia challenge that explores local products made in the province.
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New funding supports farmers, takes action on climate resiliency

July 27, 2022 9:00 AM

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Attorney General

Settlement reached with Purdue Pharma (Canada) for opioid damages

June 29, 2022 9:08 AM

Opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma (Canada) (Purdue Canada) has agreed to a first of its kind settlement in Canada resulting from B.C.-led efforts to recover health-care costs related to the sale and marketing of opioid-based pain medicines.
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New homes for women, children open in Prince George

July 14, 2022 11:45 AM

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Children and Family Development

Province seeks public input on supports for children, youth

April 20, 2022 11:15 AM

A survey about B.C’s new service approach for children and youth with support needs is now open to the public.
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Process begins to select family connections centres

May 10, 2022 4:08 PM

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Citizens' Services

Fast, reliable internet, cell coverage coming to Nass Valley

July 12, 2022 2:30 PM

More than 500 households in multiple Indigenous communities in the Nass Valley are set to benefit from a project that will bring high-speed internet and cellular coverage to the area.
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Connectivity achievements celebrated on Haida Gwaii

July 4, 2022 2:00 PM

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Education and Child Care

Four BC First Nations conclude self-government agreements regarding education

July 13, 2022 1:55 PM

Group photo of event participants and speakers. Seabird Island, BC.

From the First Nations Education Steering Committee: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/four-bc-first-nations-conclude-self-government-agreements-regarding-education-834404859.html
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Cultural learning can give students grad credit

June 30, 2022 11:35 AM

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Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation

British Columbians can access more in EV charger rebates

May 18, 2022 10:05 AM

The Province and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) are making it more affordable for people to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in their homes, businesses and communities.
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Minister’s statement on Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference 2022

July 6, 2022 7:30 AM

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Environment and Climate Change Strategy

Improved transit, connected communities on the way with Surrey Langley SkyTrain

July 14, 2022 10:45 AM

The first rapid transit project south of the Fraser River in 30 years reached a new milestone with the release of the business case and formal approval of provincial funding for the project.
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B.C. strengthens actions to prepare for climate change with new strategy

June 20, 2022 1:15 PM

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Finance

Speculation and vacancy tax will help housing affordability in new communities

July 20, 2022 9:45 AM

The expansion of the Speculation and Vacancy Tax will help eliminate speculative real estate practices and turn empty units into homes for people in additional communities in B.C. struggling with housing affordability.
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B.C. enhances consumer protection for homebuyers

July 21, 2022 9:30 AM

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Forests

Hupacasasth First Nation tapping trees for sticky gold

July 18, 2022 1:00 PM

Using an innovative approach, the Hupacasath First Nation in Port Alberni is benefiting from nearly $112,000 in funding from the B.C. government as part of the Indigenous Forest Bioeconomy Program.
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Backcountry road closures still active for wildlife recovery

July 15, 2022 10:00 AM

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Health

B.C. encourages parents to register children under 5 for COVID-19 vaccine

July 14, 2022 2:05 PM

Approximately 208,000 eligible infants and children in British Columbia between six months and four years of age will soon be able to receive vaccine protection against COVID-19.
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British Columbia trains, recruits more allied health professionals

July 19, 2022 9:00 AM

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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

Tahltan Central Government, B.C. make history under Declaration Act

June 6, 2022 10:38 AM

Tahltan Central Government and the Province have entered into the first consent-based decision-making agreement under the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act).
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Building momentum: 2021-2022 Declaration Act Annual Report

June 30, 2022 1:00 PM

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Nominate an exceptional citizen for Province’s highest honour

January 20, 2022 8:00 AM

Nominations are being accepted for the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest honour.
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Outstanding people recognized for service during the pandemic

March 22, 2022 2:30 PM

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Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation

British Columbia trains, recruits more allied health professionals

July 19, 2022 9:00 AM

Province launching new centre for agritech innovation

July 21, 2022 9:35 AM

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Labour

B.C. minimum wage increases June 1 for lowest paid workers

May 31, 2022 8:30 AM

As of June 1, 2022, B.C.’s lowest paid workers will get a pay boost as the minimum wage increases from $15.20 to $15.65 per hour, which is the highest of any province.
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B.C. expands cancer coverage for firefighters

April 22, 2022 12:30 PM

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Land, Water and Resource Stewardship

Conservation Officer Service achieves largest-ever invasive mussels decontamination

July 9, 2022 9:00 AM

When staff at B.C.’s Invasive Mussel Defence Program were notified that a high-risk watercraft heading for the Lower Mainland appeared to be covered in invasive zebra mussels, inspectors with the Conservation Officer Service (COS) immediately took action.
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Minister’s and parliamentary secretary’s statement on federal decision about salmon farms

June 22, 2022 4:20 PM

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Mental Health and Addictions

Settlement reached with Purdue Pharma (Canada) for opioid damages

June 29, 2022 9:08 AM

New Foundry provides mental-health, substance-use services to youth in the Tri-Cities

July 19, 2022 10:45 AM

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Municipal Affairs

B.C. provides financial assistance for displaced Ukrainians

June 29, 2022 10:15 AM

Ukrainian citizens arriving in B.C. under the federal Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) can now apply for hardship assistance from the B.C. government.
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Municipalities open cooling centres as heat warnings issued throughout B.C.

July 25, 2022 3:30 PM

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Public Safety and Solicitor General

Province launches e-transfer for evacuees

July 27, 2022 11:00 AM

The Province is launching upgrades to Emergency Support Services (ESS), including direct payment for evacuees to help meet their basic needs, including food and clothing.
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Minister Blair announces over $870 million to support disaster recovery and climate resilience in British Columbia

July 18, 2022 1:12 PM

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Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Supporting co-ops will deliver more services to British Columbians

July 26, 2022 11:15 AM

A new investment of $2 million will support the development and growth of British Columbia’s co-operative businesses, while expanding services for people who use them.
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Funding helps improve food security for women of colour

July 25, 2022 9:30 AM

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Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport

Province seeks nominees for Medal of Good Citizenship

July 28, 2022 9:30 AM

British Columbians are encouraged to nominate their fellow citizens who have made outstanding contributions through exceptional service to their communities for this year's Medal of Good Citizenship.
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Province, viaSport partner to take abuse out of the game

July 6, 2022 2:00 PM

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Improved transit, connected communities on the way with Surrey Langley SkyTrain

July 14, 2022 10:45 AM

Five-lane interchange breaks ground in Richmond

July 7, 2022 10:50 AM

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Nominate an exceptional citizen for Province’s highest honour

Thursday, January 20, 2022 8:00 AM

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Nominations are being accepted for the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest honour.

Outstanding people recognized for service during the pandemic

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 2:30 PM

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Outstanding people recognized for service during the pandemic

Thirty-one people from throughout B.C. and one group are being honoured with the Medal of Good Citizenship, recognizing outstanding contributions to the well-being of their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

B.C.’s highest honour recognizes 14 British Columbians

Monday, August 1, 2022 6:15 AM

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B.C.’s highest honour recognizes 14 British Columbians

Fourteen exceptional people will be appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest form of recognition.

Funding supports six francophone initiatives in B.C.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 9:00 AM

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Six non-profit organizations will receive funding to enhance services and resources in French and promote linguistic vitality of the francophone community in British Columbia.

March 20 proclaimed B.C. Francophonie Day

Friday, March 11, 2022 11:15 AM

Translations

Adrian Dix, Minister of Health and Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs, has issued a proclamation to mark the 20th annual B.C. Francophonie Day.

Province’s highest honour recognizes 31 British Columbians

Thursday, March 3, 2022 11:00 AM

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Thirty-one exceptional people will be invested into the Order of British Columbia during a ceremony at Government House on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 6 p.m.

Throne speech lays out plans to build a stronger B.C. by putting people first

Tuesday, February 8, 2022 2:15 PM

Speech from the Throne, February 8, 2022

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Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, has delivered the speech from the throne, outlining government’s plans to build a stronger B.C. for everyone, while continuing to support British Columbians through challenging times.

Premier’s statement on Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee

Sunday, February 6, 2022 6:30 AM

Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement on Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee:

Proposals accepted for 2022 French-language funding

Friday, February 4, 2022 10:30 AM

Translations

Applications are being accepted for French-language funding designed to support projects and initiatives that enhance services and promote linguistic vitality.

B.C. hosts successful PNWER economic leadership forum

Friday, November 19, 2021 8:45 AM

The Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) Economic Leadership Forum, hosted in Vancouver, wraps up today.

Five French-language projects awarded funding

Friday, November 5, 2021 11:30 AM

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Adrian Dix, Minister of Health and minister responsible for Francophone Affairs, has announced $250,000 in funding to support five local non-profit organizations that serve the francophone and francophile communities in British Columbia.

B.C. strengthening relationships at 2021 PNWER summit

Sunday, August 15, 2021 6:30 AM

Government and business leaders from British Columbia are participating in the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region’s (PNWER) 30th annual and first-ever hybrid summit, hosted from Big Sky, Mont., from Aug 15-19, 2021.

B.C.’s highest honour recognizes 16 British Columbians

Monday, August 2, 2021 6:15 AM

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B.C.'s highest honour recognizes 16 British Columbians.

Sixteen exceptional people will be appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest form of recognition, Lt. Gov. Janet Austin, chancellor of the order, has announced.

Parliamentary secretary for gender equity’s statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Monday, May 17, 2021 7:30 AM

Grace Lore, Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity, has issued the following statement recognizing the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia:

Premier’s statement on the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Friday, April 9, 2021 8:08 AM

Premier John Horgan issued the following statement on the death of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh:

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