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There were 2,146 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 503,205 in the last 365 days.

British Columbia Premier Press Releases

500 Press Releases
  • Published on April 26, 2023 - 03:31 GMT

    Province expands support for tourism, Science World

    CANADA, April 25 - Repairs to the dome at Science World and other tourism infrastructure throughout B.C. will receive a $50-million boost to keep building the province as a world-class tourism destination. “If you live in B.C., you have a couple special …

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  • Published on April 24, 2023 - 15:31 GMT

    Remote First Nations can breathe healthier air with reduced diesel use

    CANADA, April 24 - More remote First Nations in British Columbia can move toward clean energy to power their homes, economies and daily lives with a provincial investment in the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) program. “First Nations throughout B. …

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  • Published on April 22, 2023 - 17:41 GMT

    Premier’s, minister’s statement on Earth Day

    CANADA, April 22 - Premier David Eby and George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, have released the following statement to mark Earth Day 2023: “Today, we join a global community of people for a common cause – the protection of …

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  • Published on April 21, 2023 - 20:59 GMT

    Premier’s statement following a meeting with Canada’s premiers, chiefs of police

    CANADA, April 21 - Premier David Eby has released the following statement following a meeting with Canada’s premiers and chiefs of police: “Canadians are concerned about the crime and violence they’re seeing in their neighbourhoods, on their way to work  …

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  • Published on April 20, 2023 - 02:35 GMT

    Province strengthens cross-border collaboration through expanded role, new funding

    CANADA, April 19 - The Province is providing a $500,000 grant to the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) to help build and deepen cross-border partnerships. In addition, Premier David Eby has appointed Rick Glumac, MLA for Port Moody-Coquitlam, as …

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  • Published on April 16, 2023 - 07:56 GMT

    Five First Nations reach settlement with B.C., federal governments on Treaty Land Entitlement claims

    CANADA, April 15 - On April 15, 2023, five First Nations in B.C., alongside provincial and federal government representatives, announced settlement agreements of the Nations’ Treaty Land Entitlements claims. The settlements resolve long-standing claims …

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  • Published on April 14, 2023 - 20:45 GMT

    Joint statement on seven-year anniversary of toxic drug public-health emergency

    CANADA, April 14 - Premier David Eby; Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions; and Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, have issued the following statement on the seven-year anniversary of toxic drug-related overdoses being …

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  • Published on April 13, 2023 - 19:32 GMT

    More Vancouver students learn in seismically safer schools

    CANADA, April 13 - More elementary students are safer at school with the completion of the seismic replacement of Bayview Community Elementary. “As a parent, I know there’s nothing more important than knowing that your children are safe at school,” said …

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  • Published on April 12, 2023 - 23:53 GMT

    Dedicated hubs target repeat violent offending to build safer communities

    CANADA, April 12 - The Province is helping keep people safe by creating hubs of police, dedicated prosecutors and probation officers focused on tackling repeat violent offending in every region of the province. Twelve hubs are part of the Repeat Violent …

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  • Published on April 9, 2023 - 15:28 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Easter

    CANADA, April 9 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement in celebration of Easter: “People in British Columbia and around the world are coming together this weekend to celebrate Easter, a holiday that represents life, rebirth and hope for …

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  • Published on April 6, 2023 - 05:54 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Passover

    CANADA, April 5 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement in honour of Passover: “As the sun sets this evening, Jewish people in British Columbia and all over the world will celebrate the beginning of Passover. “Food, drink, wine and songs …

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  • Published on April 6, 2023 - 05:53 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Qingming

    CANADA, April 5 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking the Qingming festival: “Today, Chinese communities throughout British Columbia and around the world will begin to mark the Qingming festival. Known as Tomb Sweeping Day, …

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  • Published on April 4, 2023 - 22:25 GMT

    New transformative staffing model will better support nurses, patients

    CANADA, April 4 - Together, the Province, the BC Nurses’ Union and the Nurses’ Bargaining Association (NBA) have achieved a new staffing model and more supports for nurses to strengthen B.C.’s health-care system and patient care. “We know the central role …

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  • Published on April 3, 2023 - 19:19 GMT

    New action plan delivers more homes for people, faster

    CANADA, April 3 - Luke Mari, principal, Aryze Developments – “This action plan represents a meaningful step that will provide relief for the systemic issues that British Columbians have been up against over the last decade. Low supply, speculation, and …

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  • Published on March 21, 2023 - 20:53 GMT

    Joint statement on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

    CANADA, March 21 - Premier David Eby and Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, have released the following statement in honour of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: “The International Day for …

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  • Published on March 17, 2023 - 19:59 GMT

    Upgrades secure drinking water system in Prince Rupert

    CANADA, March 17 - The Province is providing $65 million to the City of Prince Rupert to replace crucial sections of its aging water-distribution system to ensure reliable water service for the community. “The importance of reliable drinking-water delivery …

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  • Published on March 15, 2023 - 21:22 GMT

    B.C. supports stable, expanded transit services in Metro Vancouver

    CANADA, March 15 - The Province is taking action to address TransLink’s urgent financial needs to protect transit service levels and investment plans, while providing reliable, affordable public transit that connects people to jobs, schools and essential …

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  • Published on March 15, 2023 - 01:28 GMT

    B.C., Haisla move forward on historic development project, commit to reduce emissions

    CANADA, March 14 - The Province has issued an Environmental Assessment certificate for Cedar LNG following a multi-year assessment process under B.C.’s Environmental Assessment Act to construct and operate a floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility …

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  • Published on March 15, 2023 - 01:28 GMT

    New energy action framework to cap emissions, electrify the clean economy

    CANADA, March 14 - The Province’s new energy action framework will ensure oil and gas sector projects fit within B.C.’s climate commitments and create new opportunities for people in clean energy and technology. “Our new energy action framework will help …

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  • Published on March 8, 2023 - 20:49 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Hola Mohalla

    CANADA, March 8 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/28318 Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Hola Mohalla: “Today, we join the many Sikhs in British Columbia and around the world who will celebrate the beginning …

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