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New guide supports wildfire evacuees across B.C.
Wildfires are affecting B.C. more than ever, and United Way BC looks to help communities welcome evacuees through a new guide.The Social Sector Activation Guide will address gaps in...
Province increases tax credit to support game developers
The B.C. Government will support game developers by increasing a tax credit.The province announced it’s increasing the interactive digital media tax credit from 17.5 percent to 25 percent to...
First of its kind menopause clinic for BC patients officially launched
A first of its kind menopause clinic hopes to give those experiencing complex menopause symptoms in B.C. the care they need.On Friday, The B.C. Government announced the new Complex...
Province wants community input on new employment model
The B.C. Government wants your input on a new model aimed at getting people employed.The Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction has announced a new model for WorkBC,...
Report on B.C. event safety submitted to B.C. government
A public inquiry about community event safety has been submitted to the B.C. Government.On May 7, Premier David Eby commissioned this inquiry following the Lapu Lapu Day Festival attack...
Residents can leave feedback on CleanBC initiative using survey
The B.C. Government wants your thoughts on its plan to lower emissions by filling in a survey.On Monday, the Province announced that independent climate-policy experts are reviewing the programs...
This Canada Day is unlike any other; says Premier Eby in statement
Many are celebrating a Canada Day unlike any other in recent times.That comes from Premier David Eby, who issued a statement about Canada Day this morning.“People will gather to...
Island Health urges water safety to prevent drownings
As people head to the water this summer, Island Health urges you to be water safe.In an Accidental Drowning Deaths report by the BC Coroners Service, Island Health saw...
Commercial logging isn’t happening in BC parks; says BC Minister
When it comes to commercial logging, BC parks are off-limits.In a letter to the Ancient Forest Alliance and Endangered...
BC Hydro urges customers to be alert following recent fraud scams
BC Hydro urges you to be alert following a big jump in Hydro fraud scams last month.May saw 60...
Several Canada Day events announced across Island & Coast
Many events look to celebrate Canada Day across the Island and Coast.Municipalities and recreation staff on Vancouver Island and...
Most drivers tailgate but get frustrated when being tailgated, ICBC says
Many B.C. drivers admit to tailgating, but when it comes to being tailgated themselves, they feel frustrated.A new survey...
BC Period Campaign collects over 550,000 menstrual products
A BC-wide campaign collected over 550,000 menstrual products for those in need.Called the Period Promise Campaign, it aims to...
Electrifying multi-unit home project first one in Canada; says Province
A BC pilot project focused on fully electrifying multi-unit residences has been launched.Launched by BC Hydro and the Province,...
New agreements & discussions made during Asia trade mission
Agreements were reached, and meetings were held during Premier Eby’s trade mission to Asia.BC Premier David Eby departed for...
BC Ferries website & app to be temporarily shut down tonight
Book your ferry trip early as the BC Ferries website and app will shut down tonight.BC Ferries says the...
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First Nation rebukes B.C. leaders over ‘misleading’ statements about Richmond title ruling
The Quw'utsun Nation says recent comments about their land title case from Premier David Eby, Richmond’s mayor and other politicians are “at best, misleading, and at worst, deliberately inflammatory.”
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BCGEU members head back to work as they vote on tentative agreement
Public service workers with the the B.C. General Employees Union (BCGEU) are back on the job Monday after the union and the province reached a tentative agreement over the weekend.
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North Cowichan proposes purchase of two land parcels near Donnay Drive
Two land parcels valued over $1 million needs to approved before the municipality can purchase 3.66 hectares.
Cowichan Hospital vehicle crash under investigation
Police say a 42-year-old woman was apprehended under the Mental Health Act after crashing through the emergency entrance at Cowichan District Hospital.
Evening crash causes damage to Cowichan District Hospital
Island Health says there is no foundational, or structural damage after a black SUV crashed through the main ER doors last night.
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