TWO FIRST NATIONS JOIN HISTORIC CLEARINGHOUSE PROJECT

COMOX – As a demonstration of the Province’s commitment to the New Relationship and the success of the Nanwakolas Clearinghouse pilot project, a First Nations referral process similar to FrontCounter BC, the Kwakiutl and We Wai Kai First Nations have joined the Nanwakolas Clearinghouse, Agriculture and Lands Minister Stan Hagen and Nanwakolas Council President Dallas Smith announced.

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GOVERNMENT ENCOURAGES SUPPORT OF LOCAL FARMERS' MARKETS

VICTORIA – The farmers’ market season is in full swing and British Columbians are encouraged to consult this year’s market listings and take advantage of the opportunity to buy fresh local goods, Stan Hagen, Minister of Agriculture and Lands, announced.

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GEOBC PUTS PROVINCE ON THE MAP, PROVIDES 24/7 ACCESS

VICTORIA – GeoBC meets the growing demands for provincial geographic information by providing 24/7 access to the Province’s geographic database which will benefit industries such as forestry, mining, and tourism, Agriculture and Lands Minister Stan Hagen announced.

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PROVINCE RELEASES 2007 AQUACULTURE INSPECTION REPORT

VICTORIA – The 2007 Report for Regulatory Compliance of BC's Marine Finfish Aquaculture Facilities was released today. The release of the report reaffirms the government’s commitment to hold the British Columbia aquaculture industry to a high standard of environmental compliance.

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UNIQUE AGREEMENT WILL BENEFIT LAKE KOOCANUSA

CRANBROOK – The Province, Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) and Ktunaxa First Nation have signed an agreement that aims to balance social, cultural, environmental and economic values in the Lake Koocanusa area.

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