Tuesday, January 22, 2019 9:15 AM The Government of British Columbia has launched OrgBook BC, a new service that will make it easier for companies to quickly and securely share verifiable business information online. In the past, starting a business involved a lot …
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Student Ranger Program accepting applications for 2019 season
Victoria Wednesday, January 16, 2019 10:00 AM Young adults interested in learning a diverse range of job skills while working outdoors this summer can now apply for the BC Parks Student Ranger Program. Now in its second year, the Student …
SkyTrain Fleet Consultation
TransLink is asking their customers for feedback about how our next generation of SkyTrain vehicles can be even better. Approximately 200 new cars are being ordered to deliver on Phase 2 of the Investment Plan and we’re looking into some …
Burnaby company advances next-generation computing to reduce energy use
News Release Burnaby Monday, December 10, 2018 10:15 AM A new generation of made-in-B.C. quantum computers will use advanced technology to help reduce the energy used by computers that solve large, complex problems. The Province is supporting Burnaby-based D-Wave Systems …
CleanBC plan to reduce climate pollution, build a low-carbon economy
News Release Vancouver Wednesday, December 5, 2018 12:44 PM he Government of British Columbia has released its CleanBC plan aimed at reducing climate pollution, while creating more jobs and economic opportunities for people, businesses and communities. “The low-carbon economy we …
Grants awarded to combat gender-based violence
News Release Vancouver Saturday, December 8, 2018 10:00 AM Victims of gender-based violence will have additional support, as two organizations in Vancouver receive grants totalling $175,000 to enhance programs. The Ending Violence Association of BC (EVA BC) is receiving a …
Fall session focused on working for a better B.C., delivering results for people
News Release Victoria Tuesday, November 27, 2018 5:15 PM Making the province’s economy stronger, more sustainable, and taking action on the biggest challenges facing people in B.C. were at the core of government work, both inside and outside of the …
Advisory council engages people on wild salmon recommendations
Information Bulletin Victoria Friday, November 23, 2018 11:30 AM The Premier’s Wild Salmon Advisory Council is continuing its work toward the development of a renewed provincial approach to protecting and enhancing wild salmon, with the launch of community engagement sessions …
B.C. eliminates operating debt, surplus grows in second quarter
News Release Victoria Monday, November 26, 2018 9:00 AM British Columbia is operating debt-free for the first time in more than 40 years, according to the Province’s Second Quarterly Report. “When we formed government, we committed to do things differently. …
MLA Janet Routledge reminds Burnaby residents to vote in referendum
For Immediate Release Nov. 21, 2018 MLA Janet Routledge reminds Burnaby residents to vote in referendum BURNABY – Local MLA Janet Routledge is reminding everyone in Burnaby that the deadline to register and vote in the referendum on …