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B.C. becomes first province to provide universal coverage for opioid...

Victoria: The British Columbia government is expanding access to opioid treatment medications such as methadone by providing universal coverage to help people with substance...

Opening elementary school addition in Comox Valley

Families in Comox are now benefiting from a new 270-seat addition at Aspen Park Elementary that will create more supportive learning environments for students...

Families no longer charged fees for child care waitlists

Effective Monday, April 1, 2024, families looking for licensed child care can no longer be charged a fee to put their names on waitlists, removing...

Dewdney Bridge replacement reaches completion

People travelling Highway 7 east of Mission will experience the smooth crossing of the Dewdney Bridge replacement, improving the safety and reliability of the highway...

Western Community College Announces a Historic 500-Student Housing Initiative with Lark...

In an event announced , the Health and Technology District, by Lark Group and ICT Group, is partnering with Western Community College (WCC) on...

People, businesses urged to conserve water as drought risks increase

The Province is urging people in British Columbia to conserve water over the coming weeks as forecasts suggest much of the province will experience...

New affordable homes open for people in Courtenay

Indigenous Elders, individuals and people with disabilities with low or moderate incomes now have access to 40 affordable homes in Courtenay. “The opening of these homes means...

B.C. strengthens response to repeat violent offending

Police departments throughout B.C. will have access to more resources to combat repeat violent offending, ensuring they have the tools they need to help...

People in British Columbia encouraged to prepare for seasonal hazards

People in British Columbia are urged to prepare for seasonal hazards as the warming weather increases the likelihood of climate-related emergencies, including spring flooding,...

Kelowna RCMP – Inadmissible Patrons Policy

July 4, 2024 Kelowna RCMP Proactive Enforcement Unit RCMP operating Inadmissible Patrons Policy - The Kelowna RCMP will be operating its Inadmissible Patrons Policy (IPP)...