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Supporting B.C.’s food security with new technology, training

B.C. companies, research institutions advance food security through smart-farming systems A new smart-farming project in Delta is helping strengthen food security for British Columbians, while...

Introduction of miscellaneous statutes amendment act, 2025

Government introduced the miscellaneous statutes amendment act, 2025, to the legislative assembly on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. If passed by the legislature, the amendments will...

Smoke from Canada wildfires is increasing health risks in Black and...

Detroit (AP): Smoky air from Canada’s wildfires shrouded broad swaths of the U.S. from Minnesota to New York and Kentucky on Wednesday, prompting warnings...

Fund supports next generation of B.C. farmers

Farmers beginning operations in British Columbia are getting help to plan and grow their agricultural businesses so they can succeed and offer B.C. families...

B.C. officials warn residents to take care when they return to...

VANCOUVER _ As an out-of-control wildfire still burns near West Kelowna, B.C., officials in the region say evacuated residents should brace themselves for their...

B.C. eliminates carbon tax

The B.C. government is cancelling the carbon tax by introducing legislation to drop the rate to $0, effective Tuesday, April 1, 2025. “British Columbians are...

Province takes action to improve wildfire resiliency, enhance forest stewardship

The Province is taking action to adapt B.C.’s forests to ensure long-term sustainability and good-paying jobs by enlisting BC Timber Sales (BCTS) to play...

Cowichan’s new hospital celebrates name, construction progress

As part of ongoing work to incorporate Indigenous perspectives into healing, the new Cowichan hospital will carry a Hul'q'umi'num' and English dual name celebrating the...

City of Surrey celebrates National Seniors Day with three days of...

Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey proudly wrapped up three days of community events in honour of National Seniors Day, offering opportunities for older...

Boost your immunity: Get immunized against influenza and COVID-19

SURREY – Fraser Health is encouraging people in our communities to boost their immunity by getting immunized against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 to protect themselves, their...