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There were 269 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 484,021 in the last 365 days.

British Columbia Government News Press Releases

4,690 Press Releases
  • Published on August 12, 2025 - 00:08 GMT

    Minister’s statement on Cowichan Tribes court decision

    CANADA, August 11 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32658 Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement about the Cowichan Tribes v. AG Canada et al. B.C. Supreme Court decision: “We disagree strongly with the …

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  • Published on August 12, 2025 - 00:07 GMT

    Construction moves ahead on multi-use path in northern B.C.

    CANADA, August 11 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32660 Construction is underway on the Cycle 16 Multi-Use Path (MUP), for pedestrians, cyclists and other active-transportation users in northern B.C. The Ministry of Transportation and …

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  • Published on August 12, 2025 - 00:07 GMT

    Overnight traffic-pattern changes on Steveston Highway for interchange paving

    CANADA, August 11 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32659 Drivers are advised that left turns onto Steveston Highway from Highway 99 northbound and southbound may be restricted due to paving activity. Paving at the interchange approaches …

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  • Published on August 8, 2025 - 22:40 GMT

    Work begins on new long-term care home in Vancouver

    CANADA, August 8 - Construction is underway on St. Vincent’s Heather, a new long-term care home that will increase access to care for seniors in the Lower Mainland. “This new long-term care home is a meaningful step forward as more seniors need support to …

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  • Published on August 8, 2025 - 03:59 GMT

    Province provides first report on community-based primary care services

    CANADA, August 7 - As part of the Cooperation and Responsible Government Accord 2025, the Province and BC Green caucus have released the first of two reports outlining key findings from their assessment of B.C.’s primary care system. “Since 2018, our goal …

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  • Published on August 7, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

    Province strengthened services, supports for people, while building B.C.

    CANADA, August 7 - B.C. supported people through high costs and climate emergencies, and ended the fiscal year 2024-25 with a deficit lower than expected. “While our work to improve our fiscal position is underway, it is clear that, despite challenging …

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  • Published on August 7, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

    Two overnight closures coming on Highway 1 at Tank Hill

    CANADA, August 7 - Two overnight closures will take place on Highway 1 at Tank Hill, located approximately 14 kilometres east of Lytton, to allow for the placement of deck concrete on the new overpass structure. Highway 1 between Highway 12 in Lytton and …

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  • Published on August 6, 2025 - 22:53 GMT

    Canadians of South Asian heritages contribute to vision for provincial museum

    CANADA, August 6 - More than 16,000 people of South Asian heritages in British Columbia have provided input for a provincial museum that educates, preserves and celebrates the richness of Canadian South Asian histories, traditions and cultures. “The broad …

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  • Published on August 6, 2025 - 22:53 GMT

    Kitsumkalum First Nation initiates Treaty ratification campaign

    CANADA, August 6 - Kitsumkalum First Nation has initiated a Treaty ratification campaign with a ratification date set for Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. On June 25, 2025, Chief Councillor Troy Sam of the Kitsumkalum First Nation announced the ratification date …

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  • Published on August 6, 2025 - 22:53 GMT

    Nearly 40 new shelter spaces open in Williams Lake

    CANADA, August 6 - People experiencing homelessness in Williams Lake have access to additional shelter spaces with the opening of Roots on First. “We know there’s an urgent need for more shelter spaces in Williams Lake to make sure the community is strong …

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  • Published on August 6, 2025 - 11:24 GMT

    Adult literacy programs strengthen B.C.’s workforce, communities

    CANADA, August 5 - More communities in B.C. will have access to free adult literacy programs to improve basic writing, reading, math and digital skills, which will unlock new opportunities for people and help build a stronger, more resilient workforce …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

    East 1st Avenue on-ramp to eastbound Highway 1 closes

    CANADA, August 4 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32642 Drivers are advised the on-ramp to eastbound Highway 1 from East 1st Avenue will close for three weeks, from Aug. 4, 2025, until Aug. 25, 2025, as the City of Vancouver completes …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

    Medals of Good Citizenship mark a decade of honouring selfless service

    CANADA, August 4 - Eighteen individuals are being recognized for their exceptional contributions as the Medal of Good Citizenship marks 10 years of celebrating community service in British Columbia.   “Today marks a decade of celebrating exceptional …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

    Fifteen individuals appointed to the Order of British Columbia

    CANADA, August 4 - Fifteen people who exemplify excellence will be invested into the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest honour. Established in 1989, the Order of B.C. recognizes individuals from all walks of life and fields of endeavour who …

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  • Published on August 4, 2025 - 02:56 GMT

    Highway 4 traffic flow may be interrupted

    CANADA, August 4 - Print British Columbia News https://news.gov.bc.ca/32643 Travellers between Parksville and Port Alberni are advised of potential sudden changes in operation of Highway 4. The Ministry of Transportation and Transit has placed traffic- …

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  • Published on August 1, 2025 - 20:46 GMT

    Post-secondary education more affordable as access grant hits five-year mark

    CANADA, August 1 - The Province is celebrating five years of the B.C. Access Grant, a program that has helped tens of thousands of students throughout B.C. afford post-secondary education. “When we support people, we support the economy, because people …

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  • Published on August 1, 2025 - 02:34 GMT

    Province takes next step to improve Elk Valley water quality

    CANADA, July 31 - Fish, wildlife, ecosystems and communities in the Elk Valley will benefit from an updated plan to improve water quality in the region. The Province has updated the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan to improve how B.C. manages the effects of …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    Classrooms under construction will add nearly 1,500 student spaces

    CANADA, July 31 - Construction is underway for new classrooms at seven schools across B.C., creating nearly 1,500 additional student spaces to support rapidly growing communities. “Communities across the province are growing, and with that comes the urgent …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    BC Coroners Service shares unregulated drug toxicity data for May, June 2025

    CANADA, July 31 - According to preliminary data, 145 people in May and 147 people in June 2025 died due to unregulated drug toxicity, as reported by the BC Coroners Service. The unregulated drug deaths dashboard includes a new occupation industry page, …

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  • Published on July 31, 2025 - 21:19 GMT

    Long-term repairs set to begin on North Beach rockslide

    CANADA, July 31 - A major step toward long-term stabilization of the slope beside Highway 97 between Callan Road and Okanagan Lake Provincial Park is underway, ensuring the reliability of the highway for Okanagan residents and visitors. A $23.2-million …

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