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Premier Horgan shuffles cabinet

January 22, 2020 9:12 AM

Premier John Horgan has made changes to cabinet that reflect government’s commitment to a strong, sustainable and innovative economy that benefits people and communities throughout British Columbia.
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Full steam ahead for new hospital in Fort St. James

January 18, 2020 3:45 PM

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Intergovernmental Relations Secretariat

Medal of Good Citizenship recipients announced

December 5, 2019 11:20 AM

Eighteen people from throughout B.C. will receive the Province’s Medal of Good Citizenship for their outstanding service and commitment to helping others in their communities.
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Nominate an exceptional citizen for Province’s highest honour

November 23, 2019 9:00 AM

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Advanced Education, Skills and Training

Scientific discovery awaits students at new UBC facilities

January 17, 2020 10:15 AM

Students from British Columbia and around the world can now study for careers in the life sciences, such as genetics, health care, conservation and ecology, in the renovated and expanded Undergraduate Life Sciences Teaching Laboratories at the University of British Columbia (UBC).
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Province more than doubles specialty nursing seats

January 13, 2020 11:15 AM

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Agriculture

B.C. and Yukon partner on strategies to feed the North

January 22, 2020 1:30 PM

Farmers, ranchers and food processors in Yukon and northern B.C. may soon have more local customers, as the two governments connect to build food security and increase the supply and production of local food in the North.
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Intake for enhanced hazelnut renewal funding open

December 19, 2019 2:30 PM

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Attorney General

New ICBC collision, glass repair programs to save costs, improve accountability

January 20, 2020 11:45 AM

ICBC and industry partners have worked together to redesign collision and glass repair programs to generate savings for ICBC and promote high-performing shops to serve drivers better.
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Cannabis edibles, extracts and topicals available soon in B.C.

December 19, 2019 10:30 AM

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Children and Family Development

More support to meet demand for early childhood educators

January 9, 2020 1:00 PM

To meet the demand for early childhood educators (ECE) in British Columbia, the Province is reallocating $4 million within the Canada-BC Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Agreement to provide additional bursaries through the ECE Education Support Fund.
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Raising Josh: mom writes special needs adoption love story

December 23, 2019 10:00 AM

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Citizens' Services

Launch of connectivity fund creates opportunity for communities

December 2, 2019 10:15 AM

Rural, remote and Indigenous communities can access grants for high-speed internet projects, which will help people get connected, learn, do business and access vital services.
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Let’s go skating! Robson Square Ice Rink now open

November 30, 2019 10:00 AM

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Education

Third annual awards honour B.C.’s finest education professionals

January 13, 2020 9:30 AM

Nominations are open for the third annual Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education, a chance to recognize the British Columbian teachers, administrators and support workers who are making a positive impact on students and their school communities.
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Gang prevention program expands to keep more students safe

December 5, 2019 9:30 AM

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Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources

B.C. investing in EV skills training for a cleaner, better future

December 4, 2019 2:45 PM

With support from CleanBC, a new electric vehicle (EV) training program for automotive technicians has successfully completed its first pilot and will be available to the public in 2020.
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10 years later: more than 30,000 EVs on the road

November 28, 2019 2:00 PM

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Environment and Climate Change Strategy

Applications open for BC Parks Student Ranger Program

January 16, 2020 2:30 PM

Young adults keen to work outdoors this summer and to acquire a diverse range of job skills can now apply for the BC Parks Student Ranger Program.
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Gaming grants support wetlands restoration, protection

December 19, 2019 10:00 AM

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Finance

Declaration period begins for second year of landmark tax

January 21, 2020 9:30 AM

People who own homes in communities where the speculation and vacancy tax applies will soon receive a declaration package in the mail.
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Consultations begin on preventing money laundering in mortgages, corporations

January 17, 2020 10:30 AM

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Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

Government provides support to Interior mill workers, families

December 23, 2019 10:45 AM

The provincial government is providing $875,000 to 11 Interior communities to help with delivery of transition services and supports to B.C. mill workers and their families who have been affected by permanent or indefinite mill closures or shift reductions.
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Funding available for ORV trail maintenance, safety programs

January 14, 2020 2:00 PM

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Health

Full steam ahead for new hospital in Fort St. James

January 18, 2020 3:45 PM

The new, state-of-the-art Stuart Lake Hospital that will provide better health care and create more jobs for people is ready for construction, following the Province’s approval of the project business plan.
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Province more than doubles specialty nursing seats

January 13, 2020 11:15 AM

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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

Joint statement on B.C. Indigenous human rights legislation passing unanimously

November 26, 2019 8:20 PM

Scott Fraser, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation; Regional Chief Terry Teegee, BC Assembly of First Nations; Cheryl Casimer, First Nations Summit; Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, Union of BC Indian Chiefs; and Adam Olsen, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands and member of Tsartlip First Nation, have issued the following statement:
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Minister’s statement on Louis Riel Day

November 16, 2019 8:00 AM

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Jobs, Economic Development and Competitiveness

Buying local supports B.C. communities

December 2, 2019 8:00 AM

To recognize the contributions local businesses make to their communities and to B.C.’s economy, the B.C. government has proclaimed Dec. 2-8, 2019, as BC Buy Local Week.
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New initiatives provide jobs, opportunity in Surrey, Fraser Valley

October 2, 2019 11:15 AM

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Labour

Forestry job placement offices open throughout Interior

January 15, 2020 2:00 PM

Displaced forestry workers can access direct, hands-on supports at job placement co-ordination offices now open in five Interior communities.
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Study considers use of piece rates in B.C.'s agricultural sector

December 10, 2019 2:00 PM

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Mental Health and Addictions

Choir supports participants through highs, lows of mental health

December 18, 2019 8:30 AM

As a child, Alaric loved to sing. He was in the school choir as a young boy. As he got older, he joined a band, taking up the bassoon.
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B.C. students learn mental health skills for life at BC Lions summit

November 1, 2019 2:30 PM

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Municipal Affairs and Housing

Consultations start on future of housing supply, affordability

January 22, 2020 10:30 AM

Consultations are underway to identify measures that could build on government investments and initiatives already underway to help more people find affordable housing in British Columbia.
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Province delivers on new affordable rental housing in Abbotsford

December 18, 2019 2:00 PM

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Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Better supports for people facing poverty

January 9, 2020 10:15 AM

People experiencing poverty now have better access to income and disability assistance through a series of changes designed to give them the help they need, when they need it.
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Accessibility consultation hears from thousands of British Columbians

December 3, 2019 8:00 AM

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Tourism, Arts and Culture

Medal of Good Citizenship recipients announced

December 5, 2019 11:20 AM

Eighteen people from throughout B.C. will receive the Province’s Medal of Good Citizenship for their outstanding service and commitment to helping others in their communities.
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Anti-racism network launches to build safer communities for people

November 20, 2019 12:30 PM

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Ministry accepting community proposals to test emerging technology

January 17, 2020 9:00 AM

People in B.C. are one step closer to hopping on e-scooters to get around town.
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Caution urged for travel on Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island

January 16, 2020 7:45 AM

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Honourable Claire Trevena

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Ministry accepting community proposals to test emerging technology

Friday, January 17, 2020 9:00 AM

People in B.C. are one step closer to hopping on e-scooters to get around town.

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Caution urged for travel on Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island

Thursday, January 16, 2020 7:45 AM

Motorists in the Lower Mainland, including the Fraser Valley, as well as Vancouver Island, are encouraged to continue to exercise caution and be prepared for winter driving conditions.

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Minister’s statement on ride-hailing services decisions

Thursday, January 23, 2020 11:40 AM

Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, has issued the following statement in response to application decisions by the independent Passenger Transportation Board on ride-hailing companies:

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Travel advisory extended for portions of Vancouver Island

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 4:25 PM

Extreme winter weather continues to affect travel on Vancouver Island.

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Lower Mainland drivers cautioned to prepare for delays, possible closures

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 4:00 PM

With a snowy weather forecast leading into this evening and tomorrow, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure advises it may be necessary to close bridges and highways as a precautionary measure to help ensure the safety of travellers.

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Travel not recommended for Lower Mainland, parts of Vancouver Island

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 7:30 AM

Because of extreme winter weather, motorists are advised to avoid all but essential travel throughout the Metro Vancouver region today, including the Fraser Valley.

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Reminder: Four-hour Coquihalla closure for avalanche control

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 9:10 AM

Drivers are reminded that a section of the Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt will be closed today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow for proactive avalanche control.

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Short-term Coquihalla closure planned for avalanche control

Tuesday, January 7, 2020 12:30 PM

Drivers are advised that a section of the Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt will be closed from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, to allow for proactive avalanche control.

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Project Cargo Corridor permits simplify trucking trip approvals

Monday, January 6, 2020 9:45 AM

Commercial truck drivers will experience significant time savings on their journeys, thanks to a new streamlined provincial and municipal trip permitting process.

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Galloping Goose closure at McKenzie project

Friday, January 3, 2020 7:30 AM

Recreational cyclists, bike commuters and pedestrians who use the Galloping Goose Regional Trail are advised that a section of the trail will be closed at the McKenzie interchange construction site from Monday, Jan. 6, until the end of January.

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Keeping B.C. residents connected with improved transit services

Friday, December 20, 2019 10:30 AM

Investing in public transit infrastructure supports economic growth, helps reduce air pollution, and creates connected inclusive communities.

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Snow, winter driving conditions expected on Coquihalla

Thursday, December 19, 2019 3:00 PM

Drivers are advised that heavy snowfall is expected for much of the southern Interior over the next 48 hours, causing challenging travel conditions on a busy pre-holiday weekend.

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New traffic signal at Highway 95A intersection

Thursday, December 19, 2019 1:00 PM

Drivers are advised that a new traffic signal will soon be activated at the intersection of Highway 95A and Theatre Mission Road, improving efficiency and safety for people travelling in Cranbrook.

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Redesigned grant program to boost active transportation

Thursday, December 19, 2019 12:00 PM

An expanded Active Transportation Grant Program is accepting proposals to build safer, more accessible and convenient active transportation infrastructure.

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Free-flowing traffic on Highway 1 at McKenzie this week

Wednesday, December 18, 2019 1:15 PM

Vehicle traffic will be free flowing on Highway 1 at the McKenzie Interchange on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019, marking a milestone in the project.

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