Provincial News
by Province of British Columbia on Wednesday Jan 06 2021
As of Nov. 22, 2020, 90 per cent of patients who had their surgery postponed during the first wave of COVID-19 were able to have their surgery completed through B.C.’s commitment to surgical renewal.
by Province of British Columbia on Tuesday Jan 05 2021
The Province of British Columbia has formally extended the provincial state of emergency, allowing health and emergency management officials to continue to use extraordinary powers under the Emergency Program Act (EPA) to support the Province's COVID-19 pandemic response.
by Nelson Daily Staff on Thursday Dec 31 2020
E-Comm said in a media release Wednesday, people who are fed up with your food delivery, curious about COVID or have questions about quarantine, should not call 9-1-1.
by Letters to the editor on Wednesday Dec 30 2020
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by Kris Sims Canadian Taxpayers Federation on Tuesday Dec 29 2020
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has released its New Years Taxpayers Resolutions for 2021, urging the government to lower taxes and strictly monitor spending.
“Lower taxes, less waste and more accountable government would help all British Columbians prosper better in the New Year,” said Kris Sims British Columbia director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
by Dan Kraus on Tuesday Dec 22 2020
A year ago, there was much anticipation in the conservation community that 2020 would perhaps be the most important year ever for nature. Canada’s Nature Fund promised to accelerate the conservation of our wild spaces and species.
by Kris Sims Canadian Taxpayers Federation on Wednesday Dec 16 2020
Canadians can’t afford to pay an extra $27 each time they fill up their minivans, but that’s what it will soon cost as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau jacks up his carbon tax.
by Province of British Columbia on Monday Dec 14 2020
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.'s provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia:
by Province of British Columbia on Sunday Dec 13 2020
Signs of the holiday season are everywhere, as lights are strung on people's homes and decorated trees stand in front windows.
But hidden underneath the sparkle is the fire risk that can accompany seasonal trimmings and celebrations.
by Contributor on Tuesday Dec 08 2020
As ambulance paramedics approach their busiest season, Ambulance Paramedics of BC is warning the public of a “triple threat.”
