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Pop the cork! Kelowna vineyard wins major national wine award
A family-owned winery with a strong commitment to organic farming is the 2022 WineAlign National Wine Awards winery of the year. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
New funding supports farmers, takes action on climate resiliency
To help combat the effects of climate change on B.C.’s long-term food security, new funding is helping farmers and ranchers protect their operations by adopting regenerative agriculture practices, improving farms’ drought resilience and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Regenerative agriculture funding stream added to revitalized Canada, B.C. program
B.C. agriculture producers and processors will soon be able to apply for funding to help increase innovation and resiliency as they compete with the international market. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
B.C. family celebrates over 100 years of farming in Celista
Nestled 90 kilometres from Kamloops, the Riley-Gillis family of Hungry Rock Farm has been working for more than a century to keep British Columbians fed. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Quesnel family celebrates 100 years of ranching
A family ranch known for its landmark barn is being recognized with a Century Farm Award for its contributions to the Cariboo region and the B.C. farming community. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Agriculture innovations help fight climate change, protect food security
B.C. companies continue to develop and adopt agritech to create new products and farming processes that will help farmers mitigate the impacts of climate change and boost the province’s food security and food economy. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Pollock family celebrates more than 100 years of farming in View Royal
A Victoria-area family is being honoured for their longtime contributions to B.C. agriculture and the local community. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Abbotsford family celebrates more than 100 years of farming
In the heart of the Fraser Valley, the Donaldson family of Bradner Farms has been innovating and working the land for more than a century. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
Pilot program helps recruit, retain seasonal domestic agriculture workers
A pilot program this summer is connecting B.C. employers with seasonal domestic workers looking for employment in Okanagan orchards and vineyards. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
New chief veterinarian of B.C. appointed
Theresa Burns has been appointed British Columbia’s new chief veterinarian. Read more »
News Source: Agriculture and Food | BC Gov News
B.C., shíshálh Nation will negotiate joint decision-making agreement
The shíshálh Nation and the Province of British Columbia are starting negotiations on the first joint decision-making agreement to be negotiated under Section 7 of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act). Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Conservation Officer Service achieves largest-ever invasive mussels decontamination
When staff at B.C.’s Invasive Mussel Defence Program were notified that a high-risk watercraft heading for the Lower Mainland appeared to be covered in invasive zebra mussels, inspectors with the Conservation Officer Service (COS) immediately took action. Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia support 14 fish and seafood innovation projects
From the Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/08/government-of-canada-and-province-of-british-columbia-support-14-fish-and-seafood-innovation-projects.html Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia double funding and extend Pacific salmon program
From the Government of Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/08/government-of-canada-and-province-of-british-columbia-double-funding-and-extend-pacific-salmon-program.html Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Chilko-Newton Road closure protects bears, people
Due to increased grizzly bear activity in the upper Chilko River area, access to Chilko-Newton Road, south of Henry’s Crossing, will be closed to the public during salmon spawning season from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31, 2022. Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Minister’s and parliamentary secretary’s statement on federal decision about salmon farms
Josie Osborne, Minister of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship and Minister Responsible for Fisheries, and Fin Donnelly, Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries and Aquaculture, have released the following statement in response to Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s decision today on salmon-farm licensing in British Columbia. Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Minister, parliamentary secretary’s statement on B.C. Wild Salmon Day
Josie Osborne, Minister of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship and Minister Responsible for Fisheries, and Fin Donnelly, Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries and Aquaculture, have released the following statement to mark B.C. Wild Salmon Day: Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Together for Wildlife grants support wildlife research
The Province will provide as many as six research grants of $25,000 to university graduate students to help guide effective wildlife stewardship in B.C. and support the goals of the Together for Wildlife strategy. Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Ministers’ statement on Invasive Species Action Month
Josie Osborne, Minister of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship, and Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, have released the following joint statement during Invasive Species Action Month: Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia make a significant investment in salmon research and restoration projects
From Fisheries and Oceans Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/04/government-of-canada-and-province-of-british-columbia-make-a-significant-investment-in-salmon-research-and-restoration-projects0.html Read more »
News Source: Land, Water and Resource Stewardship | BC Gov News
Improved transit, connected communities on the way with Surrey Langley SkyTrain
The first rapid transit project south of the Fraser River in 30 years reached a new milestone with the release of the business case and formal approval of provincial funding for the project. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Public invited to share input on Taylor Bridge's future
Local residents, business and industry, and the public are invited to share input on the next stage of developing a long-term solution for the future of Taylor Bridge. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Public invited to share input for Kamloops Area Transportation Strategy
People are invited to give input about transportation needs in Kamloops and the surrounding area as public engagement for the Kamloops Area Transportation Strategy gets underway. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Upgrades to ferry terminals support Kootenay Lake travel
Kootenay Lake ferry users are now enjoying improved amenities, more parking and better access at the Province’s Balfour and Kootenay Bay terminals. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Elko bridge replacement will improve travel on Highway 3
A new bridge over the CP railway on Highway 3 in Elko will improve traffic flow in the East Kootenays. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
New fencing in East Kootenays to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions
A new wildlife fencing project in the East Kootenays will help keep people and wildlife safe from highway collisions by directing animals to safe corridors to cross Highway 3. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Temporary traffic change for Seymour Lake Road
Drivers are advised of temporary one-way traffic on Seymour Lake Road until Sept. 4 as part of a trial to reduce congestion. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Road resiliency strengthened along Highway 19
Work is underway on Highway 19 through Nanaimo and Lantzville to improve the road surface and to increase the highway’s climate-change resiliency, making the drive safer and more reliable. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Temporary signals improve safety along Highway 97
Temporary signal lights have been installed at the intersection of Highway 97 and Skaha Hills Drive/Sandhill Road to improve safety for drivers along this stretch of highway. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
Province launches first procurement for Surrey Langley SkyTrain
Just weeks after the release of the final business case, companies are invited to submit their qualifications to build the elevated guideway for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain. Read more »
News Source: Transportation and Infrastructure | BC Gov News
B.C. minimum wage increases June 1 for lowest paid workers
As of June 1, 2022, B.C.’s lowest paid workers will get a pay boost as the minimum wage increases from $15.20 to $15.65 per hour, which is the highest of any province. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Report received on successorship, transfer of timber harvesting rights
Government has received a report on successorship when timber harvesting rights are transferred. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Minister's statement on Sea-to-Sky transit labour dispute
Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, has released the following statement about the Sea-to-Sky transit labour dispute: Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Premier’s statement on International Workers’ Day
Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in recognition of International Workers’ Day: Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Joint statement on National Day of Mourning
Premier John Horgan and Harry Bains, Minister of Labour, have issued the following statement: Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
B.C. expands cancer coverage for firefighters
B.C. firefighters will soon have easier access to workers’ compensation benefits and support services in recognition of their higher risk of developing work-related cancers. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
What jobs are too hazardous for young workers?
British Columbians are invited to provide feedback on what types of work are too hazardous to be done by youth under age 16, and in some cases, under 19. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Single-step certification will protect right to join a union
Changes that make collective bargaining more accessible will help protect workers who want more say about workplace safety, compensation and benefits. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Province simplifying, strengthening paid sick leave
Amendments to B.C.’s Employment Standards Act will strengthen paid sick leave legislation to protect workers and simplify the administrative process for businesses. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Minimum wage increases tied to inflation support workers, families
On June 1, 2022, B.C.'s lowest-paid workers will get a pay boost, with the general minimum wage increasing from $15.20 to $15.65 an hour. Read more »
News Source: Labour | BC Gov News
Minister’s statement on July’s Labour Force Survey results
Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation, has issued the following statement on the release of Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey for July 2022: Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Province launching new centre for agritech innovation
A new B.C. Centre for Agritech Innovation will further position the province as a world leader in agricultural technology, helping to improve food security in B.C. and around the world, while creating hundreds of good-paying jobs. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Grants support tourism, infrastructure in Vancouver Island communities
People living on Hornby Island and northern Vancouver Island will see a boost in tourism and local food production through a series of rural development grants. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Rural development funding supports tourism in the Fraser Valley
New rural development grants will help organizations in the Agassiz-Harrison area upgrade a meeting and retreat centre, and create more tourism opportunities and jobs. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Rural development funding boosts community resiliency
A series of rural development grants are helping build stronger local economies and boosting opportunities for people in many parts of rural B.C. to find good, local jobs. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Ministers’ statement on softwood lumber final ruling
Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests; Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation; and George Chow, Minister of State for Trade, have issued the following joint statement in response to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s final determination in its third administrative review regarding countervailing and anti-dumping duties applied to Canada’s softwood lumber exports to the United States: Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Northern B.C. development fund reaches milestone, continues to support people
People in northern B.C. now have more recreational and cultural opportunities, as well as improved infrastructure and family supports, due to several significant investments made through the Nechako-Kitamaat Development Fund (NKDF). Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
Agreement with Korean sister province will bring more investment to B.C.
As a part of the StrongerBC Economic Plan and the next step in B.C.'s Trade Diversification Strategy, the Province has signed an action plan with Gyeonggi Province in South Korea. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
British Columbia trains, recruits more allied health professionals
British Columbians will soon benefit from as many as 322 more allied health professionals supporting their health-care needs as new training seats are added to public post-secondary institutions throughout B.C. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
More B.C. businesses will get in shape with Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Thousands of B.C. businesses will have the opportunity to hone their online skills with another extension of the popular Digital Marketing Bootcamp program. Read more »
News Source: Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation | BC Gov News
