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H1N1 VACCINE ELIGIBILITY GROUPS EXPAND
VICTORIA – More British Columbians will be eligible to receive the H1N1 vaccine beginning Monday, Nov. 16 – including first...
VICTORIA – More British Columbians will be eligible to receive the H1N1 vaccine beginning Monday, Nov. 16 – including first...
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MINISTER APPOINTS NEW MEMBER TO FOREST PRACTICES BOARD
VICTORIA – Forests and Range Minister Pat Bell has announced the appointment of R.A. (Al) Gorley of Victoria to the Forest...
VICTORIA – Forests and Range Minister Pat Bell has announced the appointment of R.A. (Al) Gorley of Victoria to the Forest...
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15 YEARS AND $14M BUILDS MORE CHOICE FOR AT-RISK YOUTH
VANCOUVER – BladeRunners, the award-winning program for at-risk youth will mark their 15th anniversary by doubling the number...
VANCOUVER – BladeRunners, the award-winning program for at-risk youth will mark their 15th anniversary by doubling the number...
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NEWEST CENTRES OPEN FOR PRESCHOOLERS AT TWO SCHOOLS
ABBOTSFORD – The province’s two newest StrongStart BC centres have officially opened at École Margaret Stenersen and Dr....
ABBOTSFORD – The province’s two newest StrongStart BC centres have officially opened at École Margaret Stenersen and Dr....
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PROVINCE SUPPORTS DISPLACED WORKERS IN PRINCE GEORGE
VICTORIA – Workers in the Prince George area are benefiting from more than$1.1 million being invested in a series of...
VICTORIA – Workers in the Prince George area are benefiting from more than$1.1 million being invested in a series of...
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B.C. WOOD PROMOTION, TECHNOLOGY PAY OFF IN JAPAN
TOKYO – Promotion and technical support by the British Columbia forest sector were major factors in Japan allowing for...
TOKYO – Promotion and technical support by the British Columbia forest sector were major factors in Japan allowing for...
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B.C. FIRMS LAND WOOD PRODUCT SALES IN JAPAN
TOKYO – British Columbia value-added wood manufacturers project sales of $8 million through the Japan Home Show, Forests and...
TOKYO – British Columbia value-added wood manufacturers project sales of $8 million through the Japan Home Show, Forests and...
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CHINA TRADE MISSION ENDS SUCCESSFULLY
TOKYO – British Columbia’s largest ever forestry trade mission to China ended on a high note with new orders to close off...
TOKYO – British Columbia’s largest ever forestry trade mission to China ended on a high note with new orders to close off...
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RECYCLING YOUR OLD CELLPHONE IS NOW EASIER THAN EVER
VICTORIA – British Columbians will now have access to a web-based program that provides quick information to those looking...
VICTORIA – British Columbians will now have access to a web-based program that provides quick information to those looking...
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GOOD DENTAL HEALTH POSSIBLE WITH EARLY PREVENTION
VICTORIA – A new educational CD entitled How to Take Care of Your Child’s Teeth was announced today by Minister of...
VICTORIA – A new educational CD entitled How to Take Care of Your Child’s Teeth was announced today by Minister of...
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A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO ORV MANAGEMENT
KAMLOOPS – British Columbia’s natural beauty is a tremendously important tourism and recreation asset. For many British...
KAMLOOPS – British Columbia’s natural beauty is a tremendously important tourism and recreation asset. For many British...
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H1N1 flu virus update
VICTORIA – British Columbia continues to monitor and respond to the spread of the pandemic H1N1 flu virus. Since Nov. 3,...
VICTORIA – British Columbia continues to monitor and respond to the spread of the pandemic H1N1 flu virus. Since Nov. 3,...
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OKANAGAN COLLEGE OFFICIALLY OPENS $28M LEARNING CENTRE
KELOWNA – Steve Thomson, Minister of Agriculture and Lands and MLA for Kelowna-Mission joined Norm Letnick, MLA for...
KELOWNA – Steve Thomson, Minister of Agriculture and Lands and MLA for Kelowna-Mission joined Norm Letnick, MLA for...
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PROVINCE HELPS DEVELOP SINGLE TEST TO FIGHT 3 EPIDEMICS
VICTORIA – Provincial funding is helping researchers develop the world’s first combined test for HIV, syphilis and herpes,...
VICTORIA – Provincial funding is helping researchers develop the world’s first combined test for HIV, syphilis and herpes,...
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PROVINCE INVESTS $1.6 MILLION IN SENIORS’ SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
VANCOUVER – The Province has provided a $1.6-million grant to renovate Coastview Apartments, a 33-unit housing development...
VANCOUVER – The Province has provided a $1.6-million grant to renovate Coastview Apartments, a 33-unit housing development...
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SHANGHAI CODE APPROVAL OPENS UP MARKET TO CANADIAN WOOD
SHANGHAI – Shanghai’s approval of a new wood-frame building code is a major step forward in the growing demand for Canadian...
SHANGHAI – Shanghai’s approval of a new wood-frame building code is a major step forward in the growing demand for Canadian...
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$10.7-MILLION WOMEN’S HOUSING BREAKS GROUND IN KELOWNA
KELOWNA – Provincial, municipal and community partners gathered for the groundbreaking of the $10.7-million Tutt Street...
KELOWNA – Provincial, municipal and community partners gathered for the groundbreaking of the $10.7-million Tutt Street...
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EMILY CARR UNIVERSITY OF ART AND DESIGN OPENS NEW STUDIO
VANCOUVER – Mary McNeil, MLA for Vancouver-False Creek joined John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North, Emily Carr...
VANCOUVER – Mary McNeil, MLA for Vancouver-False Creek joined John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North, Emily Carr...
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CHINA’S AFFORDABLE HOUSING CREATES MAJOR OPPORTUNITY
SHANGHAI – An agreement signed today with the City of Shanghai endorses wood-frame construction for affordable housing,...
SHANGHAI – An agreement signed today with the City of Shanghai endorses wood-frame construction for affordable housing,...
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OLYMPIC RINGS LIGHT UP VANCOUVER INNER HARBOUR
VANCOUVER – A set of 14-metre tall Olympic Rings floating in Coal Harbour that will shine throughout the Games were lit today...
VANCOUVER – A set of 14-metre tall Olympic Rings floating in Coal Harbour that will shine throughout the Games were lit today...
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B.C. AND U.K. STUDENTS CONNECT ONLINE WITH PARALYMPIANS
VICTORIA – The excitement of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games will be transported into classrooms across B.C. and...
VICTORIA – The excitement of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games will be transported into classrooms across B.C. and...
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GET OUT YOUR GREEN: PROVINCE PROCLAIMS B.C. 4-H DAY
VICTORIA – Minister of Agriculture and Lands Steve Thomson is proclaiming November 4 B.C. 4-H Day and is asking British...
VICTORIA – Minister of Agriculture and Lands Steve Thomson is proclaiming November 4 B.C. 4-H Day and is asking British...
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Update: Nov. 6, 2009: H1N1 FLU VIRUS (HUMAN SWINE FLU) UNDER SURVEILLANCE
VICTORIA – British Columbia continues to monitor and respond to the spread of the pandemic H1N1 flu virus. For the week...
VICTORIA – British Columbia continues to monitor and respond to the spread of the pandemic H1N1 flu virus. For the week...
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DNA ANALYSIS CONFIRMS POSITIVE ID ON SEVENTH FOOT
BURNABY – Through DNA analysis, the BC Coroners Service has confirmed the remains of a right foot, found Oct. 27, 2009, is...
BURNABY – Through DNA analysis, the BC Coroners Service has confirmed the remains of a right foot, found Oct. 27, 2009, is...
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‘IT’S GOOD TO ASK’ PROGRAM PROMOTES PATIENT SAFETY
VICTORIA – Canadian Patient Safety Week kicks off across the country this week, from Nov. 2 to 6, and to raise awareness here...
VICTORIA – Canadian Patient Safety Week kicks off across the country this week, from Nov. 2 to 6, and to raise awareness here...
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PANDEMIC H1N1 INFLUENZA VACCINE UPDATE
VANCOUVER – Despite unexpected delays in the manufacture of pandemic H1N1 influenza vaccine in Canada, all British Columbians...
VANCOUVER – Despite unexpected delays in the manufacture of pandemic H1N1 influenza vaccine in Canada, all British Columbians...
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PROVINCE ADVANCES COMMITMENT TO CLEAN, RENEWABLE ENERGY
VICTORIA – As part of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gases and become a clean energy powerhouse, the Province has...
VICTORIA – As part of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gases and become a clean energy powerhouse, the Province has...
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REPORT HIGHLIGHTS ACHIEVEMENTS IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE
VICTORIA – B.C.’s physician incentive programs continue to demonstrate positive results for both patients and doctors...
VICTORIA – B.C.’s physician incentive programs continue to demonstrate positive results for both patients and doctors...
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ACT WILL PROTECT HOMELESS IN EXTREME WEATHER
VICTORIA – The Province has introduced the Assistance to Shelter Act to keep homeless British Columbians safe from extreme...
VICTORIA – The Province has introduced the Assistance to Shelter Act to keep homeless British Columbians safe from extreme...
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NEW RULES FOR PAYDAY LOANS IN EFFECT NOVEMBER 1
VICTORIA – New regulations to protect consumers by prohibiting abusive lending practices and limiting fees and interest rates...
VICTORIA – New regulations to protect consumers by prohibiting abusive lending practices and limiting fees and interest rates...
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B.C. ARTIST GIFTS HAND-CRAFTED LEADERSHIP DESK TO B.C.
Victoria – Internationally-known B.C. artist Arthur Vickers joined Premier Gordon Campbell today to unveil the Leadership...
Victoria – Internationally-known B.C. artist Arthur Vickers joined Premier Gordon Campbell today to unveil the Leadership...
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Mayors’ Council approves Funding Stabilization option
The Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation has approved a transportation plan ‘supplement’ that will generate $130...
The Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation has approved a transportation plan ‘supplement’ that will generate $130...
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BC SPCA clarifies food policy position
In response to Sarah Kramer’s posting calling on the BC SPCA to serve only vegan menus at any SPCA events, we would like to...
In response to Sarah Kramer’s posting calling on the BC SPCA to serve only vegan menus at any SPCA events, we would like to...
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B.C. ENVIRONMENT MINISTER RELEASES COMPLIANCE SUMMARY
VICTORIA – The Minister of Environment released the second Quarterly Compliance and Enforcement Summary for 2009, covering...
VICTORIA – The Minister of Environment released the second Quarterly Compliance and Enforcement Summary for 2009, covering...
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2010 OLYMPIC TRUCE PROMOTES PEACE
NEW YORK – The 2010 Olympic Truce resolution was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly today, promoting peaceful...
NEW YORK – The 2010 Olympic Truce resolution was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly today, promoting peaceful...
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OUTSTANDING WARRANTS TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR SOCIAL ASSISTANCE
VICTORIA – The provincial government will restrict access to income assistance and disability assistance for people with...
VICTORIA – The provincial government will restrict access to income assistance and disability assistance for people with...
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Don’t Miss Your Chance to Have Your Say on Government Spending
Surrey-Tynehead MLA Dave S. Hayer and members of the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services remind Surrey...
Surrey-Tynehead MLA Dave S. Hayer and members of the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services remind Surrey...
