CANADA, September 11 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day: “On Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, we remember our fallen heroes here in British Columbia and throughout the country. Over the …
CANADA, September 9 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27433 People are invited to sign a book of condolence in remembrance of Queen Elizabeth II. “I know there are many British Columbians who are feeling a great sense of loss at this …
CANADA, September 8 - In 1983, upon leaving California for British Columbia, Queen Elizabeth II said: “I’m going home to Canada tomorrow.” British Columbians came together and welcomed the Queen with extraordinary warmth and enthusiasm a total of seven …
CANADA, September 7 - Enhanced Climate Action Tax Credit in October While the Province works toward a net-zero emissions-free future, the B.C. government uses revenue raised by the carbon tax to reduce costs for people with lower incomes through the …
CANADA, September 5 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27406 Premier John Horgan and Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, have issued the following joint statement marking Labour Day: “Today is Labour Day, a day when we celebrate workers in …
CANADA, August 30 - One new school is open, and another is on the way to provide a better learning experience for students in the Tri-Cities. “As more families are choosing to call the Tri-Cities home, we are making sure there are great schools for …
CANADA, August 18 - Thirty-four education professionals from throughout B.C. have been named as finalists in this year’s Premier’s Awards for Excellence in Education. Launched in 2018, the awards honour public, independent and First Nations school teachers …
CANADA, August 13 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27312 Premier John Horgan has called a byelection for the Surrey South electoral district for Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The seat became vacant when Stephanie Cadieux resigned as MLA on …
CANADA, August 3 - Kevin Hall, president, University of Victoria – “We are glad to be able to bring more education options to the Greater Victoria area, including sought-after UVic programming, such as computer science, engineering and humanities. This …
CANADA, August 1 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in celebration of B.C. Day: “B.C. Day is a time to celebrate this magnificent place we call home. “Our province is blessed with a stunning natural beauty that attracts visitors from …
CANADA, July 31 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement to mark Vancouver Pride: “After two of the most challenging years in our history, people are coming together again this summer at Pride parades and festivals throughout the province. …
CANADA, July 29 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27239 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in honour of Muharram, the Islamic New Year: “Tonight, Muslims in British Columbia and around the world will mark the …
CANADA, July 27 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement marking Korean War Veterans Day: “On June 25, 1950, armed forces from communist North Korea invaded South Korea in an open act of aggression. Canadian forces joined other United …
CANADA, July 25 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27232 Joint Statement Victoria Monday, July 25, 2022 3:55 PM Premier John Horgan and Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, have issued the following statement …
CANADA, July 18 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement to mark the five-year anniversary of forming a government that puts people first: “When our government was sworn in five years ago today, we committed to putting people at the centre …
CANADA, July 11 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement marking Imamat Day: “Today, we join Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world in celebrating Imamat Day. This joyful day marks the 65th anniversary of the accession of His …
CANADA, July 9 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27121 Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in honour of Eid al-Adha: “Today, Muslim communities in British Columbia and around the world mark the end of the Hajj and …
CANADA, July 5 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/27116 Statement Victoria Monday, July 4, 2022 5:45 PM Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement about a bus accident that claimed a student’s life and injured others: “I was …
CANADA, July 1 - Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement to recognize Canada Day: “After one of the most challenging periods in our history, many people are coming together again to celebrate Canada Day at community events and backyard …
CANADA, June 29 - Harry Bains, Minister of Labour – “Support service workers are a crucial part of B.C.’s health-care system. Years ago, dedicated people who worked hard to provide quality services and to provide for their families, unfairly lost their …
