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Federal and provincial governments shore up flood defences in Richmond
Richmond is getting strengthened flood protection infrastructure to reduce the risks from rising sea levels, increasingly severe storms, and climate change, after a combined investment of $13 million from the federal and provincial governments and the City of Richmond. -
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Richmond
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Parm Bains, Member of Parliament for Steveston-Richmond East; Wilson Miao, Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre; Kelly Greene, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Richmond-Steveston; and His Worship, Malcolm Brodie, Mayor for the City of Richmond. -
Community Futures British Columbia receives $3.9M to support rural businesses
Businesses in rural British Columbia play a pivotal role in a strong and diversified economy by supporting families, creating jobs, and creating thriving communities. Community Future British Columbia (CFBC), along with its 34 member offices, understands the needs of these businesses well. -
Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution
On May 3, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. -
Backgrounder: Minister Sajjan celebrates Economic Development Week and announces over $3.7 million for British Columbians
To mark Economic Development Week, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $3.7 million in PacifiCan funding for four projects across British Columbia. -
Minister Sajjan celebrates Economic Development Week and announces over $3.7 million for British Columbians
To mark Economic Development Week, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $3.7 million in PacifiCan funding for four projects across British Columbia. -
Statement from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health
Health Canada is granting BC’s request to prohibit possession of controlled substances in public spaces, including public transit. Exemptions will continue to apply in private residences, healthcare clinics as designated by the province of BC, places where people are lawfully sheltering, and overdose prevention and drug checking sites. -
Personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs in British Columbia
Backgrounder on personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs in British Columbia -
British Columbia Student Wins National Video Contest
Today, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the national 2024 Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest during the national launch of Safety and Health Week. -
CBSA seizure of ghost gun leads to prison time
CBSA seizure of ghost gun leads to prison time -
Federal government invests in natural infrastructure improvements in the University Endowment Lands
After an investment of $1,000,000 from the federal government, the Community Green Park and Ortona Trail, located in the University Endowment Lands, is receiving green upgrades to enhance the community’s resilience to climate change and improve access to nature and healthy living. -
Federal and provincial governments invest in active transportation infrastructure in the City of Courtenay
Residents will soon enjoy improved access to extensive pathways and community services, thanks to a combined investment of more than $6.8 million from the federal and provincial governments, along with the City of Courtenay. -
Chawathil First Nation and Canada collaborate to successfully complete home repairs
The Government of Canada is dedicated to working with Indigenous communities to ensure their members have access to safe and sustainable housing. -
Fisheries and Oceans Canada to update on the rescue of stranded whale calf kʷiisaḥiʔis (Brave Little Hunter) in Zeballos, BC
Zeballos, British Columbia – Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Marine Mammal Response will be joined by Ehattesaht First Nation to provide an update on the rescue operation. -
Statement by the First Nations Leadership Council and Ministers Hajdu and Anandasangaree following their participation at Our Gathering kexwkexwntsút chet, tə sq̓əq̓ip ct in British Columbia
The Government of Canada was honoured to convene with First Nations leaders, members and organizations in British Columbia at Our Gathering kexwkexwntsút chet, tə sq̓əq̓ip ct. This marked the 11th year of the gathering, co-hosted by the First Nations Leadership Council, which is comprised of the First Nations Summit, the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, the BC Assembly of First Nations, together with Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. -
Federal government invests in retrofitting the Wawiskas Community Hall in Bella Bella
The aging Wawiskas Community Hall will receive much-needed upgrades after a combined investment of over $3 million from the federal government through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program and the Heiltsuk Tribal Council. -
Federal government and Skuppah Indian Band collaborate to create food security & cultural garden
A food security and cultural garden located adjacent to the Skuppah Food Security Centre will be constructed and established after a federal investment of $231,004. -
Minister Patty Hajdu highlights budget investments in Lytton First Nation
Today, the Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, visited Lytton First Nation to meet with community leaders to announce $1.3 million through the Housing Accelerator Fund, Budget 2024 housing investments, and highlight $119 million in community rebuilding efforts. -
Government of Canada provides $25,000 to support delivery of EXCELerate2024: GroYourBiz with the Speed of Collaboration
British Columbians are bringing their entrepreneurial dreams to life, building businesses that create good jobs and vibrant communities. PacifiCan is providing support and resources to propel these businesses to new heights. -
Minister Patty Hajdu in Lytton, British Columbia, to highlight Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation investments in housing
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will attend an event in Lytton, British Columbia, to highlight the federal budget’s investments in housing. She will also make a housing announcement on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, with Niakia Hanna, Chief of Lytton First Nation. -
Investments in EV charging ports a bright spark for greener motoring in Greater Victoria
Electric vehicles (EVs) will be getting a boost from the hundreds of public EV charging ports that will be installed throughout the Capital Regional District (CRD) after a combined investment of more than $8.7 million from the federal and provincial governments, the CRD, and the City of Victoria. -
Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw and Minister Hajdu to welcome Band members back home after the Bush Creek East wildfire
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Kúkpi7 James Tomma, Chief of Skwlāx te Secwepemcúl̓ecw, as well as members of the Band, to celebrate the opening of the first of four new subdivisions built after the Bush Creek East wildfire in 2023. -
Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology
Backgrounder: Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology -
Independent Commission determines environmental assessment for Ontario Power Generation’s Darlington New Nuclear Project is applicable to the selected reactor technology
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision that the existing environmental assessment (EA) for the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) is applicable to the reactor technology selected by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), the General Electric Hitachi BWRX300 reactor. -
Ministers Sajjan and Virani to highlight Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation investments in Coquitlam, British Columbia
Ministers Sajjan and Virani to highlight Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation investments in Coquitlam, British Columbia -
Minister Ferrada to highlight Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation investments
The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, will be in Sechelt, British Columbia, to highlight the federal budget's investments in support of small businesses. -
Ulkatcho First Nation to house largest off-grid solar project in Canada
A new solar energy project will provide the Ulkatcho First Nation with clean energy after a combined investment of $15,841,000 from the federal and provincial governments. -
Funding for energy retrofits to make community facilities greener in British Columbia
The retrofit of four community facilities on Vancouver Island will improve energy efficiency and building accessibility, after a combined investment of nearly $5.2 million from the federal and local governments. -
Backgrounder: Funding for energy retrofits to make community facilities greener in British Columbia
The federal government is investing $5,199,897 through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program to support four critical infrastructure upgrades across British Columbia. -
More than $26 million invested in disaster mitigation infrastructure improvements across British Columbia
People and communities across B.C. will benefit from enhanced protection against the impacts of climate change and severe weather after a combined investment of more than $26 million from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments. -
Backgrounder: More than $26 million invested in disaster mitigation infrastructure improvements across British Columbia
The federal government is investing more than $10.4 million through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) to support five disaster mitigation projects across British Columbia. The Government of British Columbia is investing more than $8.6 million in these projects and the municipalities are contributing a combined $6.9 million and are responsible for any additional costs. -
Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution
On March 29, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. -
ʔaq̓am, formerly known as the St. Mary’s Indian Band, receives settlement for Canada’s historical injustices
The Government of Canada is working to renew the relationship between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. -
CBSA cocaine seizure leads to nine-year sentence for drug smuggler
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) cocaine seizure leads to nine-year sentence for drug smuggler -
2024 Occupational Health and Safety Scholarship Winners Announced
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the 2024 Dick Martin Scholarship Award. -
Minister O’Regan to make housing announcement
The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Seniors, will be in Victoria to meet with seniors and make a housing announcement. -
Minister O’Regan to make announcement on affordability
Minister O’Regan to make announcement on affordability -
Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution
On March 26, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. -
Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution
On March 24, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. -
Canada, British Columbia, and local partners invest more than $98 million in water infrastructure improvements across the province
Communities across the province will receive significant upgrades to their drinking water and wastewater infrastructure after a combined investment of more than $98 million from the federal and provincial governments, and local partners. -
Backgrounder: Canada, British Columbia, and local partners invest more than $98 million in water infrastructure improvements across the province.
The federal government is investing more than $41.2 million through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) to support 14 drinking water and wastewater projects across British Columbia. The Government of British Columbia is investing more than $31.6 million in these projects and local partners are contributing a combined $25.1 million and are responsible for any additional costs. -
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Mission Institution – medium security unit
On March 17, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized in the medium security unit at Mission Institution. -
Backgrounder: Ventilation upgrades for schools across B.C
The federal government is investing $3,376,941 through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support eight ventilation improvements projects in schools across British Columbia. The provincial government is investing $844,235. -
Ventilation upgrades for schools across B.C.
Victoria, British Columbia, March 15, 2024 — Ventilation upgrades will ensure students and staff breathe clean air in eight schools across British Columbia, after an investment of $4.2 million from the federal and provincial governments. -
Innovative companies based in Delta, B.C. receive over $1.6 million to expand production of recycled plastics and energy monitoring technology
The City of Delta has one of the fastest growing industrial areas in Greater Vancouver and is home to innovative companies like Plascon Plastics Corporation and GridGear Solutions Ltd. By developing solutions to environmental challenges, these two companies are poised for further growth. -
Bridge widening project will provide southern Vancouver Island with more reliable public transit service
Two key highway bridges in Saanich will be widened to accommodate dedicated bus lanes after a combined investment of $35.5 million from the federal and provincial governments. -
Backgrounder: Active transportation projects in British Columbia to better connect communities
The federal government is investing more than $4.6 million through the Active Transportation Fund to support 6 active transportation planning and improvement projects across British Columbia. -
Active transportation projects in British Columbia to better connect communities
Six active transportation planning and improvement projects in British Columbia will better connect communities after an investment of more than $4.6 million from the federal government. -
Government of Canada invests almost $14 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Vancouver
Seven local businesses and organizations will receive funding to commercialize new products, expand operations, and access global markets. -
Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests almost $14 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Vancouver
Seven local businesses and organizations will receive funding to commercialize new products, expand operations, and access global markets.