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British Columbia Government News Press Releases

4,640 Press Releases
  • Published on August 6, 2025 - 11:24 GMT

    Adult literacy programs strengthen B.C.’s workforce, communities

    CANADA, August 5 - More communities in B.C. will have access to free adult literacy programs to improve basic writing, reading, math and digital skills, which will unlock new opportunities for people and help build a stronger, more resilient workforce. …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

    East 1st Avenue on-ramp to eastbound Highway 1 closes

    CANADA, August 4 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32642 Drivers are advised the on-ramp to eastbound Highway 1 from East 1st Avenue will close for three weeks, from Aug. 4, 2025, until Aug. 25, 2025, as the City of Vancouver completes …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

    Medals of Good Citizenship mark a decade of honouring selfless service

    CANADA, August 4 - Eighteen individuals are being recognized for their exceptional contributions as the Medal of Good Citizenship marks 10 years of celebrating community service in British Columbia.   “Today marks a decade of celebrating exceptional …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

    Fifteen individuals appointed to the Order of British Columbia

    CANADA, August 4 - Fifteen people who exemplify excellence will be invested into the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest honour. Established in 1989, the Order of B.C. recognizes individuals from all walks of life and fields of endeavour who …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 02:56 GMT

    Highway 4 traffic flow may be interrupted

    CANADA, August 4 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32643 Travellers between Parksville and Port Alberni are advised of potential sudden changes in operation of Highway 4. The Ministry of Transportation and Transit has placed traffic- …

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  • Published on August 1, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

    Post-secondary education more affordable as access grant hits five-year mark

    CANADA, August 1 - The Province is celebrating five years of the B.C. Access Grant, a program that has helped tens of thousands of students throughout B.C. afford post-secondary education. “When we support people, we support the economy, because people …

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  • Published on August 1, 2025 - 02:34 GMT

    Province takes next step to improve Elk Valley water quality

    CANADA, July 31 - Fish, wildlife, ecosystems and communities in the Elk Valley will benefit from an updated plan to improve water quality in the region. The Province has updated the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan to improve how B.C. manages the effects of …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    Classrooms under construction will add nearly 1,500 student spaces

    CANADA, July 31 - Construction is underway for new classrooms at seven schools across B.C., creating nearly 1,500 additional student spaces to support rapidly growing communities. “Communities across the province are growing, and with that comes the urgent …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    BC Coroners Service shares unregulated drug toxicity data for May, June 2025

    CANADA, July 31 - According to preliminary data, 145 people in May and 147 people in June 2025 died due to unregulated drug toxicity, as reported by the BC Coroners Service. The unregulated drug deaths dashboard includes a new occupation industry page, …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    Long-term repairs set to begin on North Beach rockslide

    CANADA, July 31 - A major step toward long-term stabilization of the slope beside Highway 97 between Callan Road and Okanagan Lake Provincial Park is underway, ensuring the reliability of the highway for Okanagan residents and visitors. A $23.2-million …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    Expanded, streamlined HPV vaccine program protects more people against cancers

    CANADA, July 31 - The Province is broadening access to the free, publicly funded human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and simplifying the immunization schedule, ensuring more people in B.C. have the protection they need against HPV-related cancers. “The HPV …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

    New police unit bolsters B.C.’s response to human trafficking

    CANADA, July 30 - The Province is strengthening its efforts to combat human trafficking with the creation of a new, co-ordinated provincial response team. The counter human trafficking unit (CHTU) will enhance the detection, investigation and prosecution …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

    Premier celebrates first LNG Canada shipments to Asia

    CANADA, July 30 - Premier David Eby is celebrating hundreds of jobs and billions in economic growth that come with the first shipments of liquefied natural gas from LNG Canada to Asia, marking a historic milestone for British Columbia diversifying its …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

    Province, Powell River work together to address homelessness

    CANADA, July 30 - More support is on the way for people experiencing homelessness as the Province and the City of Powell River partner on a new temporary shelter. “We’re focused on bringing people indoors, keeping people safe and building strong …

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  • Published on July 29, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

    Be prepared, stay safe this B.C. Day long weekend

    CANADA, July 29 - As the B.C. Day long weekend approaches, people are encouraged to stay informed about wildfire conditions, be prepared and plan travel. Warming summer temperatures and ongoing drought mean much of British Columbia is at heightened risk of …

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  • Published on July 29, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

    B.C., Haisla Nation take action to power Cedar LNG with renewable electricity

    CANADA, July 29 - A new $200-million contribution agreement between the Government of B.C. and Haisla Nation will support building the infrastructure needed to ensure the Cedar LNG facility runs on clean, B.C. energy – making it one of the lowest emitting …

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  • Published on July 28, 2025 - 22:31 GMT

    B.C. boosts clean-energy supply, drives economic growth

    CANADA, July 28 - Tamara Davidson, Minister of Environment and Parks – “B.C. is a clean-energy powerhouse, and this second call for power will help harness our province’s potential for producing more energy in an environmentally friendly way. While we …

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  • Published on July 26, 2025 - 02:06 GMT

    B.C., Canada strengthen support for farmers dealing with unexpected losses

    CANADA, July 25 - The governments of B.C. and Canada are making changes to the AgriStability program to provide more financial support to B.C. farmers, following a virtual meeting of the federal, provincial and territorial ministers of agriculture. “Now is …

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  • Published on July 26, 2025 - 02:05 GMT

    Minister’s statement on the rescue of three workers at Red Chris mine

    CANADA, July 25 - Jagrup Brar, Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals, has released the following statement on the successful rescue of three workers at Red Chris mine in northwestern B.C.: “Today, we breathe a collective sigh of relief and express our …

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  • Published on July 26, 2025 - 02:05 GMT

    Keating Cross Road flyover will improve safety, traffic flow

    CANADA, July 25 - The new northbound flyover on Patricia Bay Highway connecting to Keating Cross Road will be open for drivers on Monday, July 28, 2025, bringing significant safety and traffic-flow improvements to the region. “People driving through this …

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