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British Columbia Government News Press Releases

4,640 Press Releases
  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 23:43 GMT

    B.C. appoints judicial justice to Provincial Court

    CANADA, July 16 - The Government of British Columbia has appointed a new judicial justice to the Provincial Court to ensure timely and effective access to justice. The new judicial justice appointed to the Provincial Court, effective July 16, 2024, is John …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 23:43 GMT

    Province helps more people access Indigenous-led addictions treatment

    CANADA, July 16 - More people will soon have access to Indigenous-led mental-health and addictions treatment with construction under way at the new Tsa̲kwa̲’luta̲n Healing Centre on Quadra Island. The We Wai Kai Nation, with support from the Province, has …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 23:43 GMT

    Highway 17 Keating overpass closer to completion

    CANADA, July 16 - People travelling along Highway 17 near Keating Cross Road will notice significant progress on the overpass project as steel bridge girders are installed across the highway in the coming weeks.   Three overnight closures will allow crews …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 18:37 GMT

    More supportive homes coming for people in Nanaimo

    CANADA, July 16 - People experiencing or at risk of homelessness will soon have access to 78 supportive homes with services to help residents facing challenges. “These units will not only provide a roof overhead for residents, but also a number of other …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 18:37 GMT

    More supports will help youth tackle barriers to employment, education

    CANADA, July 16 - More young people with barriers to employment or education will have access to Foundry’s expanded employment program. Foundry’s Work and Education program provides integrated and personal wraparound assistance to people age 15 to 24, …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

    B.C. returning downtown Nanaimo village site to Snuneymuxw

    CANADA, July 15 - Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Province are rejuvenating a prominent property in Nanaimo's downtown while restoring Snuneymuxw's presence on the land. This significant step involves the acquisition and return of 2.67 hectares, …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

    Highway upgrades keep people safe, improve services to First Nations

    CANADA, July 15 - The Province and Energy and Natural Resources Canada are investing $195 million in Tahltan territory, enhancing road safety and reliability, opening up better access to more services for First Nations and local communities, as well as for …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

    More addiction treatment services coming for people on the Sunshine Coast

    CANADA, July 15 - Men living on the Sunshine Coast will soon have access to more addiction treatment options with 12 new supportive recovery beds in Powell River. “Given that there are many pathways into addiction, we need to be there to provide just as …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 22:39 GMT

    B.C. sets higher standards, strengthens protections for international students

    CANADA, July 15 - Phase 2 of the International Education Framework will raise education quality and integrity standards and strengthen protections at post-secondary institutions enrolling international students. Changes to the Province’s Education Quality …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 22:38 GMT

    Summerland Pier reborn with other new waterfront enhancements

    CANADA, July 15 - From District of Summerland: https://www.summerland.ca/your-city-hall/news-articles/2024/07/12/2024-07-12-media-release---summerland-pier-grand-opening The iconic Summerland Pier has been rebuilt and is now officially open for the …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 17:21 GMT

    New plastic regulations will keep more plastic waste out of communities

    CANADA, July 15 - The regulation supports B.C.’s efforts to prevent single-use and plastic waste, divert more waste from landfills and keep consumer products working longer. Dec. 20, 2023: Banned: Plastic utensils, including spoons, forks, knifes, …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 17:21 GMT

    New digital tools being tested to improve people’s health

    CANADA, July 15 - Provincial laboratories are testing digital tools and innovative solutions to support more rapid diagnostic services to improve access to testing for people living with diseases, such as cancer, throughout B.C. Teams of researchers will …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

    Athletes in the North get provincial support

    CANADA, July 12 - Community gaming grants will help not-for-profit organizations in the North deliver programs so people can stay healthy, active and connected. “It’s important that everyone, especially those in rural communities, has opportunities to …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

    More student housing coming to Burnaby

    CANADA, July 12 - More student housing is coming to Simon Fraser University (SFU) with the announcement of a 445-bed student housing project to be built at SFU’s Burnaby campus. “When students don’t have access to student housing they are forced into the …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

    Tragedies on B.C. highways prompt coroners’ safety reminder

    CANADA, July 12 - This week has been marked by several fatal motor vehicle incidents on highways throughout British Columbia. Between Friday, July 5, and Wednesday, July 10, 2024, there were 19 accidental motor-vehicle-related deaths reported to the BC …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

    Province funds critical infrastructure projects in the northwest

    CANADA, July 12 - The Province is partnering with the Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance (RBA) to bring a new community funding agreement benefiting people living and working in northwestern B.C.   “Working with RBA communities to secure this new …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

    Treaty negotiations update for the Comox Valley

    CANADA, July 12 - Since 1994, the K’ómoks First Nation, along with Canada and B.C., have been working on a modern treaty. Negotiations are nearing completion on the proposed treaty. Planning is underway to initial the treaty, which begins a process to …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 16:45 GMT

    Athletes in the Interior get provincial support

    CANADA, July 12 - Community gaming grants will help not-for-profit organizations in the Interior deliver programs so people can stay healthy, active and connected. “Supporting programs that help our community stay active and engage in the activities they …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 16:45 GMT

    Athletes in the mainland, southwestern region get provincial support

    CANADA, July 12 - Community gaming grants will help not-for-profit organizations in the mainland and southwestern region deliver programs so people can stay healthy, active and connected. “Engaging in sport helps people make new friends, develop a new …

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  • Published on July 12, 2024 - 16:45 GMT

    Athletes on Vancouver Island, coast get provincial support

    CANADA, July 12 - Community gaming grants will help not-for-profit organizations on Vancouver Island and the coast deliver programs so people can stay healthy, active and connected. "Not-for-profit groups are vital to people in Nanaimo – they provide …

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