January 24, 2012
Canada and British Columbia Partner to Deliver on Prince George Flood Mitigation Priority
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – The City of Prince George has received $5,442,000 for the River Road Dike Construction project.
January 17, 2012
More Support for Prince George Mental Health and Substance Use Group
PRINCE GEORGE – The Community Action Initiative (CAI), a province-wide program that supports mental health and substance use projects and innovation in B.C., is awarding $179,695 to support Whitecrow Village FASD Society.
January 11, 2012
Creating Employer Success Through Employee Skills Training
PRINCE GEORGE – Over 450 employees province-wide will gain the essential skills they need to succeed while increasing productivity for employers through a $1.5 million investment in essential skills training.
December 15, 2011
Newcomers to Prince George to Receive Settlement Services
PRINCE GEORGE – Newcomers to Prince George are receiving immigrant settlement services for the first time, with the addition of $423,356.80 in funding for the Immigrant & Multicultural Services Society of Prince George.
December 09, 2011
Over $2.5 Million For Skills Training in Northern BC
PRINCE GEORGE – As part of the “Canada Starts Here: The BC Jobs Plan” the provincial government is investing over $2.5 million for 10 new skills training programs in Northern B.C.
December 07, 2011
No Monkeying Around: More Funding For School Playgrounds
PRINCE GEORGE – Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) at two Prince George public schools are receiving a total of $30,497 in reimbursements for playground equipment.
December 01, 2011
Northern B.C. Mines Show Excellence in Reclamation Practices
PRINCE GEORGE – Two Northern B.C. mines were recognized for outstanding achievements in reclamation, cementing B.C.’s reputation as a leader in sustainable resource development and environmental protection.
November 29, 2011
Volunteerism in McBride Preserves Environment
MCBRIDE – A recent volunteer effort in the community of McBride has assisted the community with their efforts to relocate the existing boat launch away from prime salmon spawning grounds in the Fraser River.
November 29, 2011
Prince George Corrections staff honoured
PRINCE GEORGE – Adult and youth corrections and probation officers from around the province were honoured at the Solicitor General’s annual Corrections Exemplary Service Medals award ceremony.
November 22, 2011
Out With The Old: Funding For High-Efficient Wood Stoves in PG
PRINCE GEORGE – Under the wood stove exchange program Prince George will receive $19,350 in provincial funding to encourage homeowners to trade in their smoky old wood stoves for a new high-efficiency appliance.
November 18, 2011
FOUR OF RCMP’S FINEST HONOURED
Four Prince George police officers were honoured for their bravery and exemplary service last night at B.C.’s 31st annual Police Honours Night
November 09, 2011
Prince George Sheriffs Ready to Serve
PRINCE GEORGE – Thirty-four deputy sheriffs have graduated from the Justice Institute of BC today, with four of these new recruits set to begin their service at the Prince George courthouse
November 03, 2011
Heading Down the Right Path: $25K for Crime Prevention in PG
PRINCE GEORGE – $25,000 in funding will help make Prince George safer for families thanks to the Alternate Paths: Leisure Education and Access program which fights to stop the recruitment of vulnerable adults into local gangs.
October 04, 2011
Prince George Resident Receives Order of B.C.
VICTORIA – Baljit Sethi of Prince George was awarded the Order of British Columbia by Lieutenant-Governor Steven Point today at Government House.
September 29, 2011
Keeping an Eye on Safety
HIXON – A new web camera on Highway 97 in Hixon is now live on the Province’s DriveBC website, providing real-time coverage of highway conditions in the area and helping motorists plan a safe journey.
September 12, 2011
Third Phase of B.C.’s Intersection Safety Camera Program Goes Live
PRINCE GEORGE - Today, the provincial government, police and ICBC announced that the third phase of B.C.’s upgraded Intersection Safety Camera (ISC) program has gone live across the province.
August 31, 2011
Safer, Cleaner, Greener - Brownfield Renewal Funding For Hixon
HIXON – Thanks to more than $35,000 in provincial Brownfield Renewal funding Hixon Race Trac Gas can begin the necessary steps towards environmentally friendly expansion.
August 03, 2011
Lights, Camera, Action: Funding Supports Local Film Association
PRINCE GEORGE – The Northern British Columbia Tourism Association is receiving $30,000 from the provincial government.
July 31, 2011
Province Helps Community With Award-Winning Upgrade
MCBRIDE – The Village of McBride has a new wastewater treatment system featuring a unique eco-sensitive green technology never used before in Canada.
July 29, 2011
Let's Reduce Accidents and Injuries This B.C. Day Weekend
VICTORIA - Shirley Bond, the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, is urging motorists to drive defensively, stay alert and avoid drinking and driving this B.C. Day long weekend.
July 20, 2011
Green & Clean: Energy Fund Supports Local First Nations
PRINCE GEORGE – The Kwadacha First Nations will benefit from the first round of funding from the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund.
July 14, 2011
Swim, Cycle & Run: Prince George Triathlon Gets $2500
PRINCE GEORGE – The Province is contributing $2,500 to support the Prince George Citizen Triathlon announced Prince George-Valemount MLA Shirley Bond and Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development.
July 11, 2011
Gaming Grants Give Prince George Groups a Boost
PRINCE GEORGE – Thirteen organizations in Prince George will share $585,715 in the latest round of gaming grants released by the provincial government.
July 08, 2011
A Lasting Legacy For Prince George Parks
PRINCE GEORGE – As part of BC Parks' centennial celebration, the Fraser River Youth Society and School # 57 - Aboriginal Education are receiving $38,500 for legacy projects in BC Parks.
July 08, 2011
Batter Up! Prince George & Hosting BC Welcome The World
PRINCE GEORGE – Prince George gets a $20,000 provincial boost to help host the World Baseball Challenge, thanks to the Hosting BC program.
July 05, 2011
Plan Ahead, Stay Safe: Provincial Grants Help Communities
PRINCE GEORGE – Prince George, Mackenzie, Valemount, McBride and the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George will share $2,072,895 in Strategic Community Investment Fund (SCIF) grants.
June 27, 2011
VOTING 'NO' AGAINST HIGHER TAXES
June 14, 2011
Increased Support For Local Tourism
PRINCE GEORGE – To help grow and promote local tourism, the communities of Valemount and Prince George are eligible to each receive $9,200 towards marketing and development projects.
June 10, 2011
Robson Valley Rec-Center Goes Green
MCBRIDE – The Robson Valley Recreation Center is receiving $400,000 towards energy saving upgrades through the Towns for Tomorrow program.
May 27, 2011
B.C. Commits $2M to New Cancer Lodge, Northern Families to Benefit
PRINCE GEORGE – B.C. has committed $2 million towards the $10 million capital campaign for the Kordyban Lodge and other northern cancer programs to support cancer patients and their families.
May 27, 2011
Supporting Newcomers in Prince George
PRINCE GEORGE – The Province is investing $75,000 in two Prince George organizations to inspire individuals to welcome, accept and embrace differences while promoting harmonious, safe communities.
May 19, 2011
B.C. sets a new standard for police accountability
VICTORIA - On Tuesday, our government introduced much-anticipated legislation that will see an independent, civilian-led office investigate all serious, police-involved incidents in B.C. - ending the longstanding practice of "police investigating police."
May 19, 2011
Music? Culture? Sports? There's a Grant for That
PRINCE GEORGE – Six organizations in Prince George will share $77,330 in the latest round of gaming grants released today by the provincial government.
May 12, 2011
Health Students Get Hands-On in Prince George
PRINCE GEORGE – Future health professionals in Prince George will receive $272,996 to renew and replace health education equipment.
May 05, 2011
Being Prepared Will Pay Off in Prince George
VICTORIA – To mark Emergency Preparedness Week, Solicitor General Shirley Bond has announced $700,000 to fund training for local government emergency management staff and emergency social services volunteers across British Columbia.
April 15, 2011
$3 Million to Stomp Out the Mountain Pine Beetle
PRINCE GEORGE – The Omineca Beetle Action Coalition is continuing its fight against the mountain pine beetle epidemic with a $3 million infusion to help in their front-line battle.
April 14, 2011
Highway 5 Improvements on the Way
VALEMOUNT – A contract worth $3,697,895 has been awarded to Green Road Recycling Ltd. to repair and resurface two sections of Highway 5 between Valemount and Avola.
April 06, 2011
Municipal Services in Prince George Receive Boost
PRINCE GEORGE – The Province has granted $1,513,454 to Prince George and surrounding communities as part of a $63.8-million funding infusion to help communities with their spending priorities.
April 05, 2011
Bait fleet expands to bust trailer thieves
Trailer thieves in B.C. might want to hit the trail now that they are being targeted by police. The Bait Trailer was unveiled today by Solicitor General Shirley Bond to kick off Auto Crime Enforcement Month.
March 23, 2011
Funding Boost Eases Transition to Full-Day Kindergarten
PRINCE GEORGE – Nearly 20 licensed child-care providers in Prince George and surrounding areas will share a bonus payment of $18,652.07 this Spring
March 04, 2011
Families Get Gaming Grant Support in Social Services
PRINCE GEORGE – Community gaming grant funding totalling $1,082,266 will go to support 76 Prince George human and social service community organizations.
March 02, 2011
BC ARTS COUNCIL SUPPORTS PRINCE GEORGE ARTS
The BC Arts Council board has approved more than $131,000 in provincial grants to Community Arts Councils in Prince George for core annual support, visual arts and museums.
February 16, 2011
NOMINATE A DESERVING BRITISH COLUMBIAN
Nominations for the Order of British Columbia are now being accepted to recognize an outstanding citizen for their excellence and achievements.
April 19, 2010
PROVINCE ANNOUNCES SITE C CLEAN ENERGY PROJECT
HUDSON’S HOPE – The B.C. government announced today that it will move forward with the Site C Clean Energy Project (Site C).
August 25, 2009
Northern BC Resident Receives Prestigious Provincial Recognition
VALEMOUNT - Dr. Ray Markham, a physician from Valemount, was among thirteen British Columbians announced today as recipients of the Order of British Columbia.
Teaching and Learning Centre at UNBC.
As part of its commitment to advanced education, the BC Government has invested heavily in the UNBC, building the Northern Sports Centre as well as a new Teaching and Learning Centre at UNBC.
$38 million for the University of Northern BC (UNBC)
Since 2005, the BC Liberal government has invested $800 million in capital projects for BC’s post secondary institutions, including more than $38 million for the University of Northern BC (UNBC).
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