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B.C. supports collaborative marine conservation, economic development on North Coast
December 5, 2023 9:15 AM
The B.C. government is protecting vital coastal ecosystems, creating new jobs and advancing sustainable fisheries and economic opportunities in the Northern Shelf Bioregion (also known as the Great Bear Sea) in partnership with First Nations, the federal government and donors.
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First-of-its-kind, seamless addictions care available in Vancouver
December 4, 2023 10:45 AM
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Agriculture and Food
Program will help B.C. food processors expand, increase production
December 6, 2023 11:30 AM
B.C. food-processing companies looking to scale up and feed more people are benefiting from a program that is helping them increase their businesses’ productivity and competitiveness by improving their facilities and equipment.
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Canada, B.C. supporting B.C. farmers with access to technology
November 24, 2023 8:30 AM
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Attorney General
Law protecting whistle-blowers now in force in public K-12 schools
December 1, 2023 8:45 AM
Employees will benefit from new protections when bringing forward concerns about serious wrongdoing as the scope of the Public Interest Disclosure Act (PIDA) expands to the public K-12 education sector, effective Friday, Dec. 1, 2023.
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Government taking action to protect communities against hate, violence
November 15, 2023 2:15 PM
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Children and Family Development
Emergency shelter for vulnerable youth opens in Maple Ridge
December 6, 2023 2:15 PM
Vulnerable youth in need of a safe place to stay can now access 24/7 overnight accommodation services at a new Youth Emergency Shelter (YES) in Maple Ridge.
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Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations sign agreement on jurisdiction pathway
November 15, 2023 3:00 PM
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Citizens' Services
Robson Square ice rink opens for the season
December 1, 2023 10:20 AM
A tradition celebrating the holiday season brings winter fun to residents and visitors with the opening of the Robson Square ice rink.
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Better data making life better for British Columbians
November 23, 2023 9:30 AM
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Education and Child Care
Thousands of new student spaces coming to B.C. schools faster
December 5, 2023 10:15 AM
Twelve new school additions will mean more student spaces as early as the 2024-25 school year in fast-growing communities across the province.
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New child care centre opens at Ralph Bell Elementary in Kamloops
December 4, 2023 11:00 AM
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Emergency Management and Climate Readiness
New emergency management legislation, task force pave way for resilient communities
October 3, 2023 11:22 AM
People and communities in British Columbia will be better prepared for emergencies and disasters under the most comprehensive and progressive emergency management framework in Canada with the introduction of the emergency and disaster management act, and the launch of an expert task force on emergencies.
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Province supports climate-emergency project in Rossland
November 1, 2023 8:12 AM
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Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation
B.C. making it easier to buy zero-emission vehicles
October 24, 2023 12:45 PM
British Columbia is accelerating its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) targets and helping more people go electric.
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Province creating new opportunities in hydrogen economy, commercial trucking
November 16, 2023 11:15 AM
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Environment and Climate Change Strategy
New plastic requirements will give people better choices
December 1, 2023 2:30 PM
The Province continues to take action to support the clean economy by preventing plastic waste and pollution.
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Day-use passes in effect at Mount Seymour Park
December 5, 2023 7:45 AM
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Finance
B.C.’s economy forecast to slow in 2024, followed by steady growth
December 4, 2023 12:08 PM
Private-sector forecasters expect B.C., like Canada, to see slower economic growth through 2024 due to high interest rates and a softening global economy before growing steadily in the medium term.
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Speculation and vacancy tax continues to support homes for people
December 4, 2023 11:45 AM
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Forests
Province launches made-in-B.C. conservation tool, takes further action on old-growth forest
October 26, 2023 12:30 PM
The Province is accelerating protection of B.C.’s oldest and rarest trees while benefiting communities and wildlife by launching a new $300-million Conservation Financing Mechanism – $150 million from the Province, matched by a commitment to raise an additional $150 million from the BC Parks Foundation.
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Changes to lumber regulation will drive local manufacturing, job growth
December 4, 2023 2:45 PM
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Health
Province expands health-care workforce and increases patient access
December 5, 2023 12:00 AM
More people are getting care faster and closer to home, and the health-care workforce is better supported as the Province makes significant progress on expanding the health-care workforce and strengthening B.C.’s public health-care system.
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Province supports allied health workforce, improves patient care
December 6, 2023 1:00 PM
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Housing
New regulations make EV charging requests easier in strata developments
December 6, 2023 10:30 AM
New regulations will make it easier for people living in strata developments to request electric-vehicle (EV) charging stations where they live.
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More than 1,000 new affordable homes coming for Indigenous people
December 1, 2023 10:30 AM
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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
B.C., First Nations leaders gather to advance relationships
November 2, 2023 8:00 AM
XʷMƏƟKʷƏY̓ƏM (MUSQUEAM), SḴWX̱WÚ7MESH (SQUAMISH) AND SƏLILWƏTAɬ (TSLEIL-WAUTUTH) TERRITORIES / VANCOUVER – First Nations leaders and provincial officials from across B.C. are coming together for the eighth B.C. Cabinet and First Nations Leaders’ Gathering, working together to recognize, respect and advance government-to-government relationships.
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Annual report updates collective efforts to achieve objectives of UN Declaration
June 28, 2023 12:45 PM
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Intergovernmental Relations Secretariat
B.C.’s highest honour recognizes 14 British Columbians
August 7, 2023 6:15 AM
Fourteen exceptional people who have made an outstanding provincial, national or international impact will be appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest form of recognition and an official part of the Canadian Honours System.
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Funding supports three francophone initiatives in B.C.
November 4, 2023 5:32 PM
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Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation
Hundreds of clean, highly skilled jobs coming to Maple Ridge
November 14, 2023 1:52 PM
A $1.05-billion partnership between E-One Moli and the governments of B.C. and Canada will bring lithium-ion battery cell production to Maple Ridge and create 450 high-quality, permanent jobs that are key to growing the province’s clean economy.
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Minister’s statement on November Labour Force Survey results
December 1, 2023 9:37 AM
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Labour
Fairness coming for gig workers
November 16, 2023 1:15 PM
App-based ride-hailing and food-delivery gig workers will soon have better working conditions with new protections, including basic employment standards.
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Three reappointments made to WorkSafeBC board
December 5, 2023 8:45 AM
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Mental Health and Addictions
First-of-its-kind, seamless addictions care available in Vancouver
December 4, 2023 10:45 AM
People with addiction challenges are getting better, seamless treatment and recovery care through the new Road to Recovery initiative at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.
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More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises
December 1, 2023 12:30 PM
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Municipal Affairs
Governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in wastewater infrastructure improvements in Kimberley
December 5, 2023 4:00 PM
From Infrastructure Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/12/governments-of-canada-and-british-columbia-invest-in-wastewater-infrastructure-improvements-in-kimberley.html
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More child care spaces, health-care supports for people in northern B.C.
November 28, 2023 8:30 AM
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Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills
Labour Market Outlook offers exciting look into the future
November 24, 2023 11:15 AM
With approximately one million job openings expected, the Labour Market Outlook and Find Your Path tool provide British Columbians with information to identify and access future educational and career opportunities in an exciting decade.
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New pilot project supports restaurant industry’s workforce development
November 30, 2023 2:00 PM
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Public Safety and Solicitor General
Government supports continued research to reduce gambling-related harms
December 5, 2023 11:15 AM
The Province and the BC Lottery Corporation (BCLC) have renewed their investment of approximately $1.4 million in the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC, signalling a dedicated effort to reduce the potential harms associated with gambling for people in British Columbia.
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More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises
December 1, 2023 12:30 PM
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Social Development and Poverty Reduction
People in B.C. to benefit from healthier, stronger communities through boost to non-profits
October 30, 2023 12:30 PM
People in B.C. will benefit from community support, arts and culture services, and support to find affordable housing, as the Province provides additional grants for non-profit organizations building healthier, more inclusive and stronger communities.
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Funding for improved public services will benefit First Nations governments, youth
November 23, 2023 3:15 PM
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Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport
Dec. 12 proclaimed Christine Sinclair Day
December 1, 2023 9:30 AM
Dec. 12 will be proclaimed Christine Sinclair Day in B.C. to recognize the extraordinary career and outstanding achievements in sport of the Canadian women’s soccer legend.
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Public engagement begins for new South Asian Canadian museum
November 21, 2023 9:15 AM
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Transportation and Infrastructure
Modernized Simon Fraser Bridge opening this weekend
December 1, 2023 2:00 PM
The Simon Fraser Bridge will fully reopen this weekend, with the completion of upgrades that will extend the life of this highway connection for people in and around Prince George.
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Eight new station names announced for Surrey Langley SkyTrain
December 1, 2023 11:15 AM
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Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
B.C. supports collaborative marine conservation, economic development on North Coast
December 5, 2023 9:15 AM
The B.C. government is protecting vital coastal ecosystems, creating new jobs and advancing sustainable fisheries and economic opportunities in the Northern Shelf Bioregion (also known as the Great Bear Sea) in partnership with First Nations, the federal government and donors.
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More sustainability projects support wild Pacific salmon, recreational fishing
November 24, 2023 1:45 PM