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Low Carbon Economy Challenge will leverage Canadian ingenuity to reduce carbon pollution and drive clean growth
From Environment and Climate Change Canada March 14, 2018 – Vancouver, British Columbia Canadians understand that a clean environment and a strong economy go hand in hand. The Government of Canada is committed to growing the economy; creating good middle-class jobs; and taking action that ensures a safe climate, healthy environment, and prosperous future for […]
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2018 BC Book Prizes Shortlists Announced
The nominees will be celebrated at the BC Book Prizes Soirée, a free casual celebratory event to kick off the festivities in early April (date and venue TBA). The winners will be announced at the 34th Annual Lieutenant Governor’s BC Book Prizes Gala on Friday, May 4, 2018, at the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in downtown […]
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BCAFN Supports ‘Namgis Protection of Their Fish and Aquatic Resources
(Coast Salish Territory, BC – March 13, 2018) – BCAFN Regional Chief Terry Teegee supports the ‘Namgis First Nation for their leadership in standing up for wild salmon. “Wild salmon is a fundamental food source for all First Nations in British Columbia. Salmon are a vital component for all aspects of ecosystem health, and protecting […]
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Government of Canada announces new Oceans Protection Plan actions to protect Canada’s coasts and waterways
March 13, 2018 Vancouver, British Columbia Canada’s coasts support Indigenous and coastal communities, enable international trade, are home to precious ecosystems, and play a key role in strengthening the economy and growing our middle class. The Government of Canada, under the Oceans Protection Plan, is making sure our coasts are protected in both straightforward […]
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada Minister Dominic LeBlanc visits the Canadian Coast Guard vessel CCGS Vector to recognize the importance of the DFO Science At-Sea program and science collaboration
Bella Bella (British Columbia) – Understanding our oceans better is a critical step toward protecting them more effectively and ensuring they are healthy and abundant for the future. That’s why Fisheries Minister Dominic LeBlanc today recognized the importance of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans’ (DFO) 2018 Science-At-Sea program and collaboration with science partners by visiting […]
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Government of Canada funds the removal and disposal of abandoned boats through the Oceans Protection Plan
March 12, 2018 Ladysmith, British Columbia Transport Canada Canada’s coastlines are a source of inspiration and pride. Even for Canadians living inland, many of the jobs that support middle-class families, and the products used every day, depend on Canada’s waterways. These coastlines are one of our most valuable resources, and with them come tremendous responsibility to […]
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BC Rural Dividend supports the Invasive Species Council of BC
March 12, 2018 WILLIAMS LAKE – Under the BC Rural Dividend Program, the Government of British Columbia is providing $100,000 to the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC), Doug Donaldson, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development, announced today. “The rural dividend is just one aspect of our rural-development mandate committed to […]
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Indigenous leaders erect traditional ‘Watch House’ near Kinder Morgan Pipeline route: Trudeau’s pipeline approval a major threat to reconciliation
March 10, 2018, Coast Salish Territory/Burnaby, BC – Local Indigenous people today erected a traditional Coast Salish Watch House near Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain Pipeline route. Watch Houses have been used since time immemorial to guard territory from danger. This was followed by a 10,000 strong march of supporters to the site, with Indigenous leaders […]
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B.C. protesters rally for and against Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline plan – CP
Source: The Canadian Press Mar 11, 2018 By Amy Smart THE CANADIAN PRESS BURNABY, B.C. _ Protesters around Vancouver held duelling rallies on Saturday, some welcoming Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project with others decrying it. Several hundred pro-pipeliners, including a bus load of Albertans, gathered downtown to show support for the resources infrastructure _ just […]
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Overdue environmental assessment reform a much-needed path to reconciliation – First Nations Leadership Council
March 7, 2018 Overdue environmental assessment reform a much-needed path to reconciliation Coast Salish Traditional Territory/Vancouver: First Nations leaders heard today’s announcement by the Hon. George Heyman, Minister of Environment, on behalf of the Province of BC, that a new process is under way to revitalize the BC environmental assessment process, including revising the Environmental […]
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