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British Columbia Government News Press Releases

4,640 Press Releases
  • Published on November 27, 2024 - 21:11 GMT

    New hospital in Terrace open for patients

    CANADA, November 27 - People in Terrace and surrounding areas now have access to the new state-of-the-art Ksyen Regional Hospital, which opened Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. “People in Terrace had been asking for an upgraded health-care facility for years, and …

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  • Published on November 27, 2024 - 00:58 GMT

    Surrey Langley SkyTrain station designs open to public input

    CANADA, November 26 - The Surrey Langley SkyTrain project is hosting a final round of public engagement on the design of the eight new SkyTrain stations. Starting Nov. 28, 2024, the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project will share findings from the first round …

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  • Published on November 26, 2024 - 20:10 GMT

    Final update on human avian influenza case in B.C.

    CANADA, November 26 - An extensive, multi-agency public-health investigation into an avian influenza case involving a B.C. teenager has identified no additional cases nor evidence of human-to-human transmission. The goals of the investigation were to …

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  • Published on November 26, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

    Financial assistance available for flood-affected people in the Lower Mainland

    CANADA, November 25 - Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) is available for eligible people, businesses and communities in the Lower Mainland that were affected by flooding due to the atmospheric river from Oct. 18-20, 2024. This assistance is for flood- …

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  • Published on November 25, 2024 - 18:56 GMT

    Premier’s statement on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

    CANADA, November 25 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women: “On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we join people around the world …

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  • Published on November 21, 2024 - 22:43 GMT

    New case of chronic wasting disease confirmed in B.C.

    CANADA, November 21 - The Province has confirmed an additional case of chronic wasting disease in British Columbia, found in a white-tailed deer in the Kootenay region. Chronic wasting disease is an infectious and fatal disease affecting species in the …

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  • Published on November 21, 2024 - 17:53 GMT

    Permit granted for Cariboo Gold Mine

    CANADA, November 21 - A provincial statutory decision-maker has granted Barkerville Gold Mines, owned by Osisko Development Corporation, an operating permit under the Mines Act for its Cariboo Gold Mine in Wells, in east-central B.C. The permitting process …

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  • Published on November 20, 2024 - 22:07 GMT

    Delegation heads to California to promote, grow B.C.’s film, TV industry

    CANADA, November 20 - Screen BC is a non-profit organization representing 140 motion-picture industry members dedicated to industry advocacy and community engagement to ensure a strong future for B.C.’s motion-picture production sector. Screen BC leads an …

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  • Published on November 20, 2024 - 17:06 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance

    CANADA, November 20 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Transgender Day of Remembrance: “On the Transgender Day of Remembrance, we join people throughout B.C. and around the world to honour the memories of transgender, gender- …

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  • Published on November 20, 2024 - 06:59 GMT

    Debris, downed trees prompt travel advisory for Vancouver Island highways

    CANADA, November 20 - A significant fall storm is impacting Vancouver Island. Downed power lines, debris and fallen trees have resulted in multiple highway closures on the island. Drivers are advised to avoid travel for the remainder of Tuesday night, Nov. …

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  • Published on November 19, 2024 - 21:16 GMT

    People encouraged to prepare for strong winds

    CANADA, November 19 - People living in the coastal regions of British Columbia, as well as in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and parts of the Interior, can expect stormy weather and strong winds starting Tuesday, Nov. 19 and extending through Wednesday …

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  • Published on November 19, 2024 - 21:16 GMT

    Emergency alert test coming to cellphones, TV, radio

    CANADA, November 19 - At 1:55 p.m. (Pacific time) on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, a test of the National Public Alerting System will occur to improve public safety in the event of an emergency. The test alert will go to all compatible cellphones, as well as …

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  • Published on November 19, 2024 - 21:16 GMT

    Preparation is essential for safe driving in winter conditions

    CANADA, November 19 - The arrival of a significant storm to the south coast of British Columbia is a reminder to drivers that weather conditions can change quickly at this time of year, and to be prepared for the onset of winter road conditions. If snow or …

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  • Published on November 19, 2024 - 05:54 GMT

    New cabinet ready to deliver on the priorities of British Columbians

    CANADA, November 18 - Premier David Eby has appointed a new cabinet that is ready to listen to British Columbians and deliver on the core challenges people are facing – a team that combines years of experience and fresh perspectives from outside of …

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  • Published on November 15, 2024 - 20:30 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab

    CANADA, November 15 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement on Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab: “Sikhs in British Columbia and around the world today are celebrating the 555th anniversary of the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of the …

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  • Published on November 14, 2024 - 05:40 GMT

    Books of condolences available for former premier John Horgan

    CANADA, November 14 - The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of First Nations around B.C. and is grateful to carry out our work on these lands. We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples - First …

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  • Published on November 13, 2024 - 00:18 GMT

    Premier’s statement on the passing of John Horgan

    CANADA, November 12 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement on the passing of John Horgan: “The news of John Horgan’s passing this morning in Victoria leaves us with heavy hearts. John loved this province and its people. He sought to address …

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  • Published on November 10, 2024 - 03:56 GMT

    First presumptive positive case of H5 avian influenza detected in B.C.

    CANADA, November 9 - An individual in British Columbia has tested presumptive positive for avian influenza (also known as bird flu) caused by the H5 influenza virus, the first detection of avian influenza due to the H5 virus in a person in B.C. This is …

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  • Published on November 8, 2024 - 18:16 GMT

    Premier’s statement on Indigenous Veterans Day

    CANADA, November 8 - Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Indigenous Veterans Day: “The flag atop the British Columbia Parliament Buildings has been lowered to half-mast today to mark Indigenous Veterans Day. This solemn day …

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  • Published on November 8, 2024 - 18:16 GMT

    Check BC Parks website before visiting Juan de Fuca park

    CANADA, November 8 - Parts of Juan de Fuca Provincial Park are closed due to recent heavy rain, wind and flooding in the south coast region, which caused significant damage to several areas and infrastructure throughout the park.  To ensure people are …

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