RECOGNIZING BC'S PUBLIC SERVICE
Premier Campbell was joined by members of B.C.'s public service at a ceremony to unveil a permanent tribute in the B.C. Legislature to recognize the contributions of public service members across the province. [News release] [Click for video from the event]
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PROVINCE INVESTS $15M TO SUPPORT NURSING IN B.C.
VICTORIA – B.C. will provide $15 million this year for its provincial Nursing Strategy to recruit, retain and educate the best qualified nurses, Health Minister George Abbott announced as he celebrated National Nursing Week 2008 with nurses from across the province.
REDUCE YOUR RISK TRAVELLING ON BUSY LONG WEEKEND
VICTORIA – It’s up to drivers and passengers alike to ensure they reach their destinations safely on what is traditionally one of the busiest and deadliest weekends of the year on B.C. roads, Public Safety Minister John van Dongen cautioned as the Victoria Day long weekend approaches.
FAIRS SHINE A LIGHT ON LOCAL FOOD, PROMOTE BC150
VICTORIA – The B.C. Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions (BCAAFE) will benefit from $325,000 to help fairs and exhibitions promote 150 years of agriculture, youth participation and sustainability, Agriculture and Lands Minister Pat Bell announced.
MINING WEEK CELEBRATES 150 YEARS OF STRENGTH IN MINING
VICTORIA – After 150 years, British Columbia’s mining industry continues to be strong, according to a major industry report, announced Minister of State for Mining Kevin Krueger during Mining Week, May 11-17.
PREMIER UNVEILS TRIBUTE TO BC PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEES
VICTORIA – Premier Gordon Campbell unveiled a permanent tribute to the BC Public Service today in the B.C. Legislature, recognizing the contributions public service employees make to British Columbia.
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