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British Columbia Premier Press Releases

482 Press Releases
  • Published on June 15, 2023 - 21:04 GMT

    Clean power to electrify B.C.’s future

    CANADA, June 15 - Chris O’Riley, president and CEO, BC Hydro – “It will take all of us working together to build a more sustainable economy as we broaden our clean and renewable sources of energy through this call for power. BC Hydro is committed to …

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  • Published on June 12, 2023 - 20:46 GMT

    Indigenous Peoples will receive more culturally appropriate legal services

    CANADA, June 12 - Indigenous Peoples will have access to better legal supports and healing opportunities with the opening of a new Indigenous Justice Centre in Chilliwack and $10 million in funding to support First Nations’ community-based justice programs …

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  • Published on June 9, 2023 - 20:49 GMT

    Life-saving research gets provincial funding boost, expanded mandate

    CANADA, June 9 - People in B.C. will benefit from sustained cutting-edge research, especially focused on improving health care, as the Province provides $20 million over two years to the Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre (GSC). “The partnership …

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  • Published on June 8, 2023 - 19:21 GMT

    Premier, ministers create new opportunities for British Columbians on Asia trade mission

    CANADA, June 8 - People and businesses in British Columbia will benefit from new jobs, diversified supply chains and a stronger, cleaner economy following the Province’s successful trade mission to Asia.  The two-week trade mission included Japan, the …

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  • Published on May 30, 2023 - 20:18 GMT

    B.C., Japan renew energy, minerals partnership

    CANADA, May 30 - The Province of British Columbia and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) have signed a renewed and strengthened memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore mutually beneficial solutions to enhance export …

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  • Published on May 27, 2023 - 18:34 GMT

    Byelections called for Vancouver-Mount Pleasant, Langford-Juan de Fuca

    CANADA, May 27 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/28888 Premier David Eby has called two byelections for the electoral districts of Vancouver-Mount Pleasant and Langford-Juan de Fuca. Final voting day for both electoral districts will be …

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  • Published on May 26, 2023 - 21:30 GMT

    New cancer centre on the way for Nanaimo

    CANADA, May 26 - Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo – “We all want people in Nanaimo and throughout B.C. to get the health care they need, especially at a time of critical illness. I’m so glad we can bring a cancer centre to Nanaimo to provide people care …

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  • Published on May 25, 2023 - 18:15 GMT

    Premier, ministers head to Asia to grow B.C.’s clean economy

    CANADA, May 25 - Premier David Eby is leading a trade mission to Asia to grow B.C. businesses, create good jobs for British Columbians and strengthen the supply chains people depend on for goods and services. The mission will bolster B.C.’s trade and …

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  • Published on May 24, 2023 - 18:04 GMT

    New partnership with AbCellera will create jobs, help address global health-care challenges

    CANADA, May 24 - A commitment from the Province and the Government of Canada to AbCellera will support a made-in-B.C. anchor company to expand in Vancouver and solve global health-care challenges while creating hundreds of new, high-paying jobs. “AbCellera …

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  • Published on May 19, 2023 - 02:03 GMT

    New elementary school coming for students in Langley

    CANADA, May 18 - Students in the growing Willoughby area of Langley will soon benefit from a new elementary school. The school will include a neighbourhood learning centre that will offer services such as child care to benefit families in the broader …

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  • Published on May 17, 2023 - 04:18 GMT

    One hundred affordable homes open in Coquitlam

    CANADA, May 16 - Families, seniors and individuals in Coquitlam have started moving into 100 new affordable rental homes in the recently opened 55One, a 308-suite residential tower developed by Concert Properties. “When people have affordable homes in safe …

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  • Published on May 15, 2023 - 22:41 GMT

    B.C. invests in innovative technology in cement industry

    CANADA, May 15 - Lafarge Canada is receiving a $5-million investment to further develop its carbon utilization technology in cement production, which will reduce emissions and protect the air and environment. “B.C.’s strong economy and record growth means …

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  • Published on May 13, 2023 - 11:28 GMT

    Revitalization of Vancouver Chinatown supports businesses, tourism

    CANADA, May 12 - The revitalization of Vancouver Chinatown is being supported by the Province with $2.2 million to create a more vibrant neighbourhood for residents, visitors and businesses. “Chinatown is a strong community today and it’s also a living …

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  • Published on May 12, 2023 - 00:58 GMT

    Spring legislative session focused on tackling big challenges

    CANADA, May 11 - During the spring legislative session, Premier David Eby and the B.C. government focused on the issues that matter most to British Columbians – passing new laws and introducing solutions to help reduce costs for families, build more …

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  • Published on May 8, 2023 - 23:29 GMT

    Province, BC Housing taking action on recommendations from forensic investigation

    CANADA, May 8 - Under the guidance of the new Board of Commissioners, BC Housing has developed a comprehensive response plan to the 2022 external review and the 2023 forensic investigation that addresses the major findings and recommendations. BC Housing …

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  • Published on May 6, 2023 - 21:56 GMT

    Premier’s statement on the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III

    CANADA, May 6 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement on the Coronation of King Charles III, King of Canada and Head of the Commonwealth, and Queen Camilla: “People in British Columbia and around the world are marking the Coronation of …

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  • Published on May 3, 2023 - 04:24 GMT

    New action plan helps people get skills for in-demand jobs

    CANADA, May 2 - Andrew Mercier, Minister of State for Workforce Development – “Our StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan will make sure people can access training, seize on career opportunities and build a good life for themselves and their families. This …

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  • Published on May 2, 2023 - 02:54 GMT

    Premier’s, minister’s statement on International Workers’ Day

    CANADA, May 1 - Premier David Eby and Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, have issued the following statement in recognition of International Workers’ Day: “Today, we recognize and honour the dedication and efforts of workers in British Columbia and around …

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  • Published on April 28, 2023 - 19:00 GMT

    Premier’s, minister’s statement on National Day of Mourning

    CANADA, April 28 - Premier David Eby and Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, have issued the following statement in recognition of the National Day of Mourning: “On this solemn day, we join people across British Columbia and Canada in remembering and …

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  • Published on April 28, 2023 - 06:32 GMT

    New funding supports First Nations participation implementing Declaration Act

    CANADA, April 27 - The Province is reducing barriers for First Nations to fully participate in implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Declaration) and build a better future. The Declaration Act Engagement Fund …

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