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Economy
Guidance to mining and smelting operations during COVID‐19
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 1:20 PM
As challenges caused by novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to shift, the B.C. government and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer (PHO), are taking unprecedented measures to slow transmission.
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Guidance to B.C. manufacturers during COVID-19
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 1:10 PM
The B.C. government and provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry are taking unprecedented measures to slow the transmission of COVID-19.
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COVID-19 response update
Saturday, March 28, 2020 2:15 PM
The COVID-19 situation in British Columbia is continually evolving and the information below is current as of noon on Saturday, March 28, 2020.
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Government Operations
Province takes unprecedented steps to support COVID-19 response
Thursday, March 26, 2020 9:30 AM
Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, is using extraordinary powers under a state of provincial emergency to keep British Columbians safe, maintain essential goods and services, and support the Province’s ongoing response to novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Supporting renters, landlords during COVID-19
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 1:30 PM
To support people and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Province is introducing a new temporary rental supplement, halting evictions and freezing rents, among other actions.
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Province supporting B.C.’s food banks during COVID-19
Sunday, March 29, 2020 9:00 AM
To support vulnerable British Columbians during the COVID-19 crisis, the Province is providing a $3-million emergency grant from the Community Gaming Grants program to Food Banks British Columbia.
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Multiculturalism
Joint statement on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Saturday, March 21, 2020 8:00 AM
Premier John Horgan and Anne Kang, Minister of Citizens’ Services and responsible for Multiculturalism, have issued the following statement marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:
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Students combat bullying at 13th-annual Pink Shirt Day
Wednesday, February 26, 2020 12:30 PM
Students throughout the province are gathering together to share stories of positivity and kindness, and to say no to bullying.
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Budget 2020 keeps building a stronger B.C. for everyone
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:45 PM
Budget 2020 moves British Columbia forward by building the infrastructure the growing province needs, supporting thousands of new jobs, strengthening investments in health and education and making life more affordable for everyone.
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Services
Guidance to B.C. manufacturers during COVID-19
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 1:10 PM
The B.C. government and provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry are taking unprecedented measures to slow the transmission of COVID-19.
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ICBC insurance transactions available by phone during COVID-19 outbreak
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 4:30 PM
The B.C. government, ICBC and broker partners are taking additional steps to help British Columbians access the insurance services they need without requiring in-person contact.
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Province supporting B.C.’s food banks during COVID-19
Sunday, March 29, 2020 9:00 AM
To support vulnerable British Columbians during the COVID-19 crisis, the Province is providing a $3-million emergency grant from the Community Gaming Grants program to Food Banks British Columbia.
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