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Premier Horgan removes roadblocks to Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning programs

August 8, 2017 9:11 AM

The British Columbia government is eliminating tuition fees on Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English Language Learning (ELL) programs, opening the door for tens of thousands of people to upgrade their education and skills every year.
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Premier Horgan announces $100 increase to income assistance and disability rates

July 20, 2017 12:48 PM

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Intergovernmental Relations Secretariat

Nominate an exceptional citizen for the Province's highest honour

January 24, 2017 8:30 AM

Nominations are now open for the Order of British Columbia, the Province's highest honour for individuals who have served with great distinction or excelled in any field.
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Multicultural champion receives Medal of Good Citizenship

March 23, 2017 4:30 PM

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Advanced Education, Skills and Training

Premier Horgan removes roadblocks to Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning programs

August 8, 2017 9:11 AM

Celebrating post-secondary student success

June 13, 2016 11:37 AM

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Agriculture

Support available for ranchers impacted by British Columbia wildfires

August 8, 2017 2:00 PM

The B.C. government is continuing to work with the Government of Canada to ensure B.C. ranchers have access to either existing or new programs as part of the overall response to the devastating wildfires in the province’s Interior.
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Protecting wildlife and livestock during a wildfire

July 20, 2017 4:00 PM

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Attorney General

Generosity of BC Liquor Stores’ customers continues

August 3, 2017 11:00 AM

BC Liquor Stores’ customers have again demonstrated their care, compassion and generosity for fellow British Columbians by donating more than $340,000 to the Canadian Red Cross, to-date.
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Resolving small claims disputes in B.C. just got easier

March 24, 2017 4:27 PM

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Children and Family Development

Partnership expands before- and after-school programs in British Columbia

April 6, 2017 9:45 AM

An innovative partnership between the Province, the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) and the Directorate of Agencies for School Health (DASH BC) means previously announced government funding for 1,000 before- and after-school arts and recreation spaces will go further thanks to those organizations’ existing partnerships and corporate sponsors.
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More than $2 million to keep young adults from care connected

March 31, 2017 11:00 AM

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Citizens' Services

Volunteers in action to install new playground

August 16, 2017 10:15 AM

A team of volunteers and public servants pitched in to assemble the new playground at the Victoria Courthouse, creating a fun and interactive play space in the heart of Victoria this summer for people of all ages to enjoy.
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New grads and co-ops drive talent development in B.C.’s tech sector

March 14, 2017 9:22 AM

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Education

New website tool for students and parents will track achievements in education

April 5, 2017 9:47 AM

A new smartphone and tablet-friendly website will provide interactive information about student outcomes to make it easier for parents and students, as well as school districts, to understand and use information that will enhance education for students.
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Premier Horgan removes roadblocks to Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning programs

August 8, 2017 9:11 AM

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Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources

Turbines and generators contractor starts work on Site C

April 3, 2017 2:30 PM

BC Hydro’s Site C project reached a milestone today as the turbines and generators contractor mobilized to the construction site.
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Site C reaches employment milestone surpassing 2,000 workers

March 20, 2017 7:30 AM

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Environment and Climate Change Strategy

350-plus new campsites throughout B.C. open for 2017 camping season

March 23, 2017 12:45 PM

Visitors will soon have more camping opportunities throughout British Columbia with the completion of more than 350 new campsites in BC Parks and forestry recreation sites, in time for the upcoming camping season.
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Government takes action to protect B.C. over Kinder Morgan pipeline and tanker traffic expansion

August 10, 2017 10:35 AM

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Finance

Premier Horgan removes roadblocks to Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning programs

August 8, 2017 9:11 AM

Premier Horgan announces $100 increase to income assistance and disability rates

July 20, 2017 12:48 PM

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Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations

Current campfire bans and updates

July 7, 2017 1:40 PM

Given current weather conditions, BC Wildfire Service has implemented fire bans across most of the province, to help protect communities, our forests and infrastructure from wildfire.
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B.C. government putting an end to the grizzly bear trophy hunt

August 14, 2017 2:45 PM

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Health

Ceremonial key to Teck Acute Care Centre presented to young patient

April 7, 2017 10:05 AM

Six-year-old Sammy Holmes was presented a ceremonial key to the new Teck Acute Care Centre by Vancouver-False Creek MLA Sam Sullivan, on behalf of Health Minister Terry Lake, commemorating the many milestones achieved by the BC Children’s and BC Women’s Redevelopment Project.
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Update on provincial response to overdose crisis in B.C.

March 17, 2017 10:50 AM

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Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

Indigenous youth voice boosted in advisory council

August 10, 2017 10:25 AM

The Minister’s Advisory Council on Aboriginal Women has drawn on the expertise of many respected Indigenous women, and this year, it enhances its youth voice as part of its mandate to advise government on how to improve the quality of life for Indigenous women in B.C.
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Creating connections to empower Indigenous youth

August 10, 2017 10:00 AM

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Jobs, Trade and Technology

Government and the Canadian Red Cross supporting small businesses impacted by wildfires

August 14, 2017 12:38 PM

Small businesses can immediately access emergency financial support in areas that have been impacted by the B.C. wildfires, Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Minister Doug Donaldson announced today.
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B.C. consulting with stakeholders prior to NAFTA talks

August 9, 2017 11:15 AM

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Labour

Premier John Horgan announces new cabinet to build a better B.C.

July 18, 2017 2:21 PM

Premier John Horgan announced his new cabinet today to build a better B.C. and get results for people.
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2017 BC Wildfire and evacuation resources

July 12, 2017 8:21 AM

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Mental Health and Addictions

Premier John Horgan announces new cabinet to build a better B.C.

July 18, 2017 2:21 PM

Premier John Horgan announced his new cabinet today to build a better B.C. and get results for people.
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2017 BC Wildfire and evacuation resources

July 12, 2017 8:21 AM

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Municipal Affairs and Housing

Province to invest $4.5 million for new supportive housing in Penticton

August 8, 2017 9:30 AM

The Province is providing $4.5 million to purchase the Super 8 motel, located at 1706 Main St., for supportive housing.
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2017 BC Wildfire and evacuation resources

July 12, 2017 8:21 AM

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Public Safety and Solicitor General

#StopGunsGangsBC: March update

March 16, 2017 9:30 AM

The Province, anti-gang units and local police continue to make progress with work underway on B.C.’s nearly $30-million Guns and Gangs Strategy, launched in April 2016.
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Bust at biker’s chop shop logically leads to forfeiture

February 24, 2017 10:00 AM

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Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Premier Horgan announces $100 increase to income assistance and disability rates

July 20, 2017 12:48 PM

The John Horgan government is taking swift action to reduce poverty in British Columbia by lifting income assistance and disability assistance by $100 a month.
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Helping one single mother turns into help for many

March 24, 2017 10:30 AM

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Tourism, Arts and Culture

Provincial investment gives Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival a boost

August 14, 2017 11:00 AM

The Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival kicks off its 25th year, thanks in part to $60,900 in funding from the provincial government through the Tourism Events Program.
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Cultural organizations receive funding through B.C. | Canada 150 grants

April 2, 2017 12:30 PM

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Site selected for new Cowichan Valley transit operations and maintenance facility

August 2, 2017 4:15 PM

Investing in public infrastructure supports efficient, affordable and sustainable transit services that help British Columbians and their families get to work, school and essential services on time and back home safely at the end of a long day.
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British Columbia government replaces livestock fencing destroyed in wildfires

August 1, 2017 12:15 PM

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Economy

B.C. sets sights on $15-an-hour minimum wage, reaffirms commitment to a fair wages commission

August 15, 2017 2:15 PM

The provincial government is making its first move toward a $15-an-hour minimum wage for British Columbia by announcing a 50-cent increase for September and renewing its commitment to a fair wages commission.
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Turbines and generators contractor starts work on Site C

April 3, 2017 2:30 PM

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Government Operations

Premier John Horgan announces new cabinet to build a better B.C.

July 18, 2017 2:21 PM

Premier John Horgan announced his new cabinet today to build a better B.C. and get results for people.
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Current campfire bans and updates

July 7, 2017 1:40 PM

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Multiculturalism

B.C. passes Discriminatory Provisions (Historical Wrongs) Repeal Act

March 16, 2017 12:05 PM

Teresa Wat, Minister of International Trade and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement after legislation to permanently remove discriminatory provisions in 19 historical private acts received Royal Assent from British Columbia’s lieutenant-governor:
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Honouring 150 years of B.C. communities and their contributions to Canada

February 16, 2017 1:00 PM

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Services

Government and the Canadian Red Cross supporting small businesses impacted by wildfires

August 14, 2017 12:38 PM

$24 million for supports to benefit families living in low income

March 22, 2017 11:45 AM

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Premier Horgan removes roadblocks to Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning programs

Tuesday, August 8, 2017 9:11 AM

Premier Horgan announces $100 increase to income assistance and disability rates

Thursday, July 20, 2017 12:48 PM

The John Horgan government is taking swift action to reduce poverty in British Columbia by lifting income assistance and disability assistance by $100 a month.

Statement from Premier John Horgan in celebration of Vancouver Pride

Friday, August 4, 2017 3:37 PM

Premier John Horgan has released the following statement in celebration of Vancouver Pride:

B.C. to fight inequality and discrimination with renewed human rights commission

Friday, August 4, 2017 12:01 PM

British Columbia will re-establish a human rights commission to fight inequality and discrimination in all its forms, Premier John Horgan announced today.

Statement from Premier John Horgan on resignation of Christy Clark

Friday, July 28, 2017 12:39 PM

Premier John Horgan released the following statement about the resignation of Christy Clark as Leader of the Official Opposition and MLA for Kelowna West, effective Aug. 4, 2017:

Premier Horgan sets out his priorities for a better British Columbia

Monday, July 24, 2017 5:07 PM

Premier John Horgan has set out his priorities for a better B.C. in mandate letters to each of his cabinet ministers. These letters were released publicly today.

Premier Horgan stands up for B.C.’s interests in Ottawa and Washington, D.C.

Monday, July 24, 2017 10:00 AM

Premier John Horgan will stand up for B.C.’s interests in Ottawa this week, as he meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to discuss the wildfire state of emergency, softwood lumber and the opioid crisis.

Premier Horgan gets government working for people with new appointments

Thursday, July 20, 2017 12:12 PM

Premier John Horgan announced four high-profile appointments today, aimed at delivering the government’s commitments to offer relief for families on hydro rates, auto insurance costs and housing affordability.

Premier John Horgan pledges support for people and communities affected by B.C. wildfires

Wednesday, July 19, 2017 11:55 AM

Premier John Horgan has pledged his ongoing support for the people and communities affected by wildfires in B.C.’s Interior, as the cabinet meets for the first time in Victoria.

Premier John Horgan announces new cabinet to build a better B.C.

Tuesday, July 18, 2017 2:21 PM

Premier John Horgan announced his new cabinet today to build a better B.C. and get results for people.

Premier Christy Clark's Statement on British Columbia wildfires

Sunday, July 9, 2017 11:50 AM

Premier Christy Clark has issued the following statement regarding the current wildfire activity in British Columbia:

Correction: Premier's statement on Eid al-Fitr

Sunday, June 25, 2017 11:50 AM

The following is a revised version:

Throne speech strikes a balance between economic, social, and environmental principles

Media Assets

Thursday, June 22, 2017 2:15 PM

The speech from the throne is an important moment in history – it reflects both the priorities British Columbians articulated in the recent election, and the ability to invest in programs and services that British Columbians depend on, thanks to years of sound fiscal management and building Canada’s leading economy.

Premier Christy Clark introduces new Executive Council

Media Assets

Monday, June 12, 2017 1:15 PM

At Government House, Premier Christy Clark and her Executive Council were formally sworn in by Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon.

Statement from B.C. Government House Leader:

Wednesday, June 7, 2017 12:25 PM

Government House Leader Michael de Jong has issued the following statement:

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