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British Columbia Government News Press Releases

4,640 Press Releases
  • Published on May 15, 2025 - 23:11 GMT

    New B.C. council launched to support forestry in B.C.

    CANADA, May 15 - The members of the Provincial Forest Advisory Council are reputable, subject-matter experts. They all have the skills and insight needed to advance stewardship of B.C.’s forests. All committee members were jointly appointed by the Minister …

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  • Published on May 15, 2025 - 23:11 GMT

    Suicide prevention framework will save lives

    CANADA, May 15 - New clinical guidance will offer best practices for recognizing and supporting people at risk for suicide, helping more people get the right care and saving more lives. “Every life lost to suicide is a profound tragedy,” said Josie Osborne …

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  • Published on May 15, 2025 - 15:14 GMT

    Plan ahead for travel, be prepared for wildfire risks this long weekend

    CANADA, May 15 - Residents and long-weekend travellers are encouraged to plan ahead, be prepared and stay safe this Victoria Day long weekend. At this time of year, most new wildfires are preventable, and people are being asked to take precautions with any …

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  • Published on May 15, 2025 - 02:17 GMT

    Premier leading Asia trade mission to promote B.C. investment, support good jobs

    CANADA, May 14 - Premier David Eby is leading a trade mission to Asia with business leaders and key government officials to strengthen partnerships, increase investment, diversify trade and create good jobs for British Columbians. “Our largest trading …

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  • Published on May 15, 2025 - 02:17 GMT

    February, March 2025 unregulated drug toxicity data released

    CANADA, May 14 - According to preliminary data, 132 people in February and 143 people in March 2025 died due to unregulated drug toxicity, as reported by the BC Coroners Service. In the first three months of 2025, deaths among those between the ages of 30 …

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  • Published on May 14, 2025 - 19:10 GMT

    Province helps strengthen Indigenous food security, sovereignty

    CANADA, May 14 - More than 100 Indigenous-led projects are underway in communities throughout B.C., helping to strengthen local food security and food sovereignty with another round of funding set to open. “Working alongside Indigenous partners is crucial …

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  • Published on May 14, 2025 - 19:10 GMT

    Specialized nurses strengthen substance-use care in Fraser Valley

    CANADA, May 14 - Addiction assessment nurses now support patients in nine hospital emergency departments in the Fraser Health region, helping streamline access to personalized treatment and recovery services. “People facing substance-use challenges deserve …

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  • Published on May 13, 2025 - 00:27 GMT

    New lien rules support B.C. service providers

    CANADA, May 12 - New rules will make it easier for businesses to collect debts for services they provide to repair, store or transport goods. The new Commercial Liens Act comes into force on June 30, 2025, creating one clear set of lien rules for anyone …

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  • Published on May 13, 2025 - 00:27 GMT

    Minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statement on National Nursing Week, International Nurses Day

    CANADA, May 12 - Josie Osborne, Minister of Health, and Susie Chant, parliamentary secretary for seniors’ services and long-term care, have issued the following statement in recognition of National Nursing Week and International Nurses Day: “This National …

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  • Published on May 13, 2025 - 00:27 GMT

    Streamlined process cuts wait times, bringing more U.S. nurses to B.C.

    CANADA, May 12 - Susie Chant, parliamentary secretary for seniors’ services and long-term care – “I thank Minister Osborne for her leadership in strengthening B.C.’s health-care workforce and making it easier and faster for nurses trained in the U.S. to …

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  • Published on May 12, 2025 - 16:49 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Vesak

    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 …

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  • Published on May 12, 2025 - 16:49 GMT

    Fresh air, exercise fuel children who join Walking School Bus

    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 …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    Nisg̱a’a, B.C., Canada celebrate 25th anniversary of Nisg̱a’a Treaty

    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 …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    Highway improvements coming to southern Interior

    CANADA, May 9 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32327 Almost 630 kilometres of highways and side roads in B.C.’s southern Interior will be upgraded to provide better driving surfaces for residents, travellers and goods movement. As part …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    B.C. supports people experiencing homelessness in Nanaimo

    CANADA, May 9 - Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo – “The additional 187 housing units and supports are about helping people who’ve been struggling with homelessness get back on their feet. We’re working together to make sure no one in our community is …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    Tŝilhqot’in Nation signs historic Coordination Agreement with Canada and British Columbia towards First Nations-led child and ...

    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’ …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    New affordable homes open for people in Courtenay

    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 …

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  • Published on May 9, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

    B.C. supports projects that help communities prepare for climate emergencies

    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. …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 23:19 GMT

    New child care centre open in downtown Vancouver

    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 …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 23:19 GMT

    Province taking further steps to improve outcomes on DTES

    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 …

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