CANADA, May 12 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32304 Premier David Eby has issued the following statement to recognize Vesak: “Today, Buddhists in B.C. and around the world commemorate the birth, enlightenment and passing into Nirvana …
CANADA, May 12 - The Province of B.C. is supporting the Walking School Bus program, which provides supervised walks to schools for elementary children in select communities, helping them start their day off with fresh air and exercise. “Walking to school …
CANADA, May 9 - The Nisg̱a’a Nation and the governments of Canada and British Columbia are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Nisg̱a’a Final Agreement (the Nisg̱a’a Treaty) as a major milestone on the path of reconciliation. A landmark in the …
CANADA, May 9 - From Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/tsilhqot-in-nation-signs-historic-coordination-agreement-with-canada-and-british-columbia-towards-first-nations-led-child-and-family-services-842596932.html “Tŝilhqot’ …
CANADA, May 9 - Indigenous Elders, individuals and people with disabilities with low or moderate incomes now have access to 40 affordable homes in Courtenay. “The opening of these homes means more people can have safe, affordable places to live, close to …
CANADA, May 9 - The new Disaster Resilience and Innovation Funding (DRIF) program provides support to First Nations and local governments for projects that will enhance their ability to withstand and adapt to natural hazards and climate-caused disasters. …
CANADA, May 8 - Families and children in Vancouver are benefiting from more licensed child care spaces, providing more options in the downtown core. "We are excited that families who are living or working in Vancouver will get to benefit from this …
CANADA, May 8 - The Province is taking further steps to address systemic challenges and improve the quality of life in the Downtown Eastside (DTES) for all those that are living, working and visiting in the neighbourhood. The Province has taken …
CANADA, May 8 - With wildfire season fast approaching, B.C. ranchers and farmers are encouraged to register the location of their livestock to protect their animals during emergencies. “Ranchers and farmers are deeply committed to the well-being of their …
CANADA, May 7 - Children and youth in northern B.C. will benefit from a provincial investment of $500,000 to Lheidli T’enneh First Nation for a feasibility study to help design a new service hub in the region. “The first phase of work required extensive …
CANADA, May 7 - Merran Smith Merran Smith is president of New Economy Canada, bringing decades of leadership and partnership with industry, government and community to create economic solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. She is broadly …
CANADA, May 6 - Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, British Columbia’s chief coroner, has released the following statement regarding the investigation of the death of Tatyanna Harrison: “As a parent, I cannot fathom the trauma and grief that the Harrison family has …
CANADA, May 6 - Homeowners and businesses in rural British Columbia will soon benefit from new water meters that will help small communities save water and increase resiliency during droughts, while lowering costs for people who use less water. “Drinking …
CANADA, May 6 - To improve public safety in the event of an emergency, a test of the B.C. Emergency Alert system will occur at 1:55 p.m. (Pacific time) on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, as part of Emergency Preparedness Week. The test alert will be sent to all …
CANADA, May 5 - The Province, in partnership with BC Hydro, is launching an ambitious plan to harness British Columbia’s clean-electricity advantage, driving economic growth and transformative change, strengthening energy security and advancing climate …
CANADA, May 5 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands: “On May 5, 1945, occupying German forces in the Netherlands surrendered to the Allies, ending five years under the …
CANADA, May 3 - The Gitanmaax First Nation is implementing an Intervention Circle in the Gitxsan Territory to provide culturally appropriate supports for people at risk of harm, victimization or entering the justice system, and to help build a safer and …
CANADA, May 2 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking the Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for the Victims of the Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival: “The Province of British Columbia has declared today, Friday, May 2, …
CANADA, May 1 - May is Invasive Species Action Month and 33 organizations throughout B.C. will be able to continue their work fighting invasive plants, due in part to a funding boost from the Province. “B.C. has some of the most amazing ecosystems in the …
CANADA, May 1 - Candy Ashdown, board chair, Langley School District – “Langley has experienced rapid growth in recent years, and we are working hard to build the schools that families need. Legislation that offers new tools to accelerate the construction …
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