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...
Classrooms under construction will add nearly 1,500 student spaces
Construction is underway for new classrooms at seven schools across B.C., creating nearly 1,500 additional student spaces to support rapidly growing communities.
“Communities across the...
Nanaimo hospital opens new unit for patients with complex, high-care needs
Patients with complex care needs will receive more focused care and close monitoring at the new High Acuity Unit (HAU) opening at Nanaimo Regional...
New board chair appointed to Forestry Innovation Investment
Rick Doman has been appointed to the Forestry Innovation Investment (FII) board as chair.
Doman brings more than 40 years of experience in Canada’s forestry...
B.C. government to provide additional $25 million for marine restoration projects
Parksville: British Columbia’s Environment Ministry has announced another $25 million in funding for coastal cleanup and restoration of the marine environment.
This brings its total...
Vancouver radio personality Red Robinson has died at age 86, family...
Vancouver: The family of Vancouver radio personality Red Robinson says he has died after a brief illness.
In a statement posted online, Robinson's family says he...
Attorney general’s statement on Jewish Heritage Month
Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement marking Jewish Heritage Month:
“As Jewish communities around the world conclude Passover celebrations, we in British...
Parliamentary secretary’s statement on Islamic Heritage Month
Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, has released the following statement to acknowledge Islamic Heritage Month:
“October is Islamic Heritage Month, when we are...
Uptown Mobility Hub makes taking the bus an easier choice
Major improvements to the Uptown area of Saanich will make it easier for people to choose transit to get around Greater Victoria.
A contract has...
City of Surrey to Host 2026 Curling Canada Mixed Doubles Championship
Surrey, B.C. – The City of Surrey is proud to announce that it has been selected as the host city for the 2026 Curling Canada...