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British Columbia Premier Press Releases

482 Press Releases
  • Published on October 27, 2022 - 22:52 GMT

    New premier will be sworn in Nov. 18

    CANADA, October 27 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27678 David Eby will be sworn in as British Columbia’s 37th premier by Lt. Gov. Janet Austin on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022. The ceremony will take place at Government House. Timing and …

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  • Published on October 26, 2022 - 23:20 GMT

    Historic changes to B.C. child-welfare laws lay path to upholding Indigenous jurisdiction

    CANADA, October 26 - Hegus John Hackett, Tla’amin Nation – “As a modern Treaty Nation, ɬaʔamɩn Nation understands the significance of achieving full governance jurisdiction for our čičuy and ǰɛʔaǰɛ (children and families). These updates to the CFCSA …

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  • Published on October 26, 2022 - 01:09 GMT

    Premier-designate’s transition team mixes experience with new voices

    CANADA, October 25 - Matt Smith, chief of staff to the premier Matt Smith is a public engagement and research professional. He is the former president of Strategic Communications Inc. – where he was responsible for planning, budgeting, human resources, …

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  • Published on October 24, 2022 - 15:22 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Diwali

    CANADA, October 24 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement on Diwali, the Festival of Lights: “Today, we join Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in B.C. and around the world to celebrate Diwali. “In the days leading up to and including Diwali, or the …

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  • Published on October 24, 2022 - 15:22 GMT

    Premier’s statement to mark Bandi Chhor Divas

    CANADA, October 24 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement marking Bandi Chhor Divas: “Today, Sikh communities throughout British Columbia and around the world will celebrate Bandi Chhor Divas. “This is a day of prayer, contemplation and …

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  • Published on October 21, 2022 - 20:18 GMT

    3Nations, B.C. regional partnership renewed, strengthened

    CANADA, October 21 - A historic partnership agreement between the Province and the 3Nations Society, consisting of the Tahltan, Kaska, and Taku River Tlingit, continues to strengthen their communities, cultures, environmental stewardship, and well-being of …

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  • Published on October 15, 2022 - 20:43 GMT

    Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education winners, finalists celebrated

    CANADA, October 15 - In a ceremony at Government House, Premier John Horgan provided awards to winners of the Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education, which recognize exceptional teachers, support staff and administrators throughout the province. “The …

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  • Published on October 15, 2022 - 04:56 GMT

    Clean-energy generation powers economy, environment

    CANADA, October 14 - A First Nation-led clean-power generation project for British Columbia’s Northwest will provide a significant economic boost and good jobs for people in the area, as well as ongoing revenue from clean energy sold to the Yukon. “This …

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  • Published on October 10, 2022 - 23:01 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Thanksgiving

    CANADA, October 10 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27542 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement marking Thanksgiving: “Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate the abundance of the fall harvest with family and friends. We …

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  • Published on October 6, 2022 - 22:00 GMT

    West Coast leaders double down on bold actions to fight climate crisis

    CANADA, October 6 - In the latest of several climate agreements among Pacific Coast governments, California, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia have signed a new partnership recommitting the region to climate action. The Statement of Cooperation (SOC …

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  • Published on October 5, 2022 - 21:28 GMT

    Premier’s statement on protests in Iran

    CANADA, October 5 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in solidarity with protesters in Iran: “British Columbians and people around the world stand in solidarity with Iranians calling for gender equality, human rights and freedom. “ …

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  • Published on October 5, 2022 - 09:38 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Yom Kippur

    CANADA, October 4 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27557 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in honour of Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement: “Tonight at sundown, Jewish communities in British Columbia and …

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  • Published on October 1, 2022 - 20:15 GMT

    Joint statement on Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    CANADA, September 30 - Premier John Horgan and Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, have issued the following statement on Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: “Sept. 30 is a significant day in …

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  • Published on September 29, 2022 - 03:24 GMT

    Statement from Premier Horgan

    CANADA, September 28 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27531 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement: “Today, Minister Melanie Mark advised me of her decision to resign her cabinet portfolio and go on medical leave to …

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  • Published on September 27, 2022 - 07:03 GMT

    Tŝilhqot’in Nation, B.C. strengthen relationship

    CANADA, September 27 - The Tŝilhqot’in Nation, Premier John Horgan and five B.C. ministers gathered on Tŝilhqot’in Title Land to discuss opportunities under the Gwets’en Nilt’i Pathway Agreement to further reconciliation and Tŝilhqot’in self-determination. …

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  • Published on September 26, 2022 - 20:59 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Navratri

    CANADA, September 26 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement marking the beginning of Navratri: “Starting tonight, Hindus here in British Columbia and around the world will begin the festival of Navratri. “Over the next nine nights and 10 …

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  • Published on September 25, 2022 - 16:51 GMT

    Premier's statement on Rosh Hashanah

    CANADA, September 25 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27514 Translations Translation files are incoming and will be available shortly. Translations Translation files are incoming and will be available shortly. Premier John Horgan has …

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  • Published on September 14, 2022 - 03:49 GMT

    B.C. invests in high-speed rail study to link major Pacific Northwest cities

    CANADA, September 13 - The Province is supporting the feasibility of a high-speed rail service connecting Vancouver, Seattle and Portland with a $300,000 investment in the next phase of the Ultra High Speed Ground Transportation Project. “Improving …

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  • Published on September 14, 2022 - 03:49 GMT

    Premier’s statement on national day of mourning to mark Queen’s funeral

    CANADA, September 13 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27453 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in response to the federal government declaring a national holiday to mark the Queen’s funeral: “Over the last few days, …

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  • Published on September 13, 2022 - 16:31 GMT

    B.C. supports Pakistan flood response

    CANADA, September 13 - British Columbia is donating relief funds to the Canadian Red Cross to provide humanitarian assistance to Pakistan in the wake of devastating floods.  “Despite being oceans apart, our hearts are heavy with sadness by the terrible …

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