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August 26, 2008
OKANAGAN RESERVOIR LAKES DECISION ON HOLD
VICTORIA – The Province will not make a decision on recreational lot sales in the Okanagan reservoir lakes area until local elected officials and First Nations have been consulted and local communities have the opportunity to undertake hydrology studies.
August 21, 2008
ASSISTANCE FOR FARMERS THROUGH PRODUCTION INSURANCE
VICTORIA – The government recognizes that recent severe summer storms have damaged some crops, particularly tree fruit in the Okanagan region. This damage can result in reduced yield and lost quality.
July 31, 2008
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.
July 30, 2008
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.
July 18, 2008
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.
The ministry is committed to providing the business climate for a competitive and profitable industry providing safe, high quality food for consumers and export markets.
