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Liberal government quietly releases two-year report on dismal “jobs plan”
VANCOUVER - The Liberal government released a two-year report on their so-called “jobs plan” on Tuesday without fanfare because the “jobs plan” has been undeniably dismal, say the New Democrats. “In late September 2011, the premier launched her jobs plan specifically targeting the private sector,” said New Democrat jobs critic Harry Bains. “According to Statistics...
West Kelowna Meetings with Ministers at UBCM
Crown Land grants, roads maintenance, a second crossing over Okanagan Lake and new approaches to federal gas tax funding distribution were the topics of West Kelowna Council’s scheduled meetings Tuesday, September 17 with provincial government representatives at the Union of BC Municipalities convention. Mayor Doug Findlater says West Kelowna Council was able to raise key...
B.C. invests in healthy communities
VICTORIA - Minister of Health Terry Lake today announced that $375,000 for the Healthy Communities Capacity Building Fund will soon be available for eligible local governments to apply for Phase-2 grants to develop local policies and actions that will help residents lead healthier lives. "Creating healthier communities is a key component of encouraging healthy lifestyles and preventing chronic diseases,"...
Centre for Inclusion and Citizenship opens at UBC’s Okanagan campus
People with intellectual disabilities assisted through research, collaboration A place that advocates for people with intellectual disabilities is opening on UBC’s Okanagan campus. The Centre for Inclusion and Citizenship (CIC), a partnership between UBC’s Vancouver and Okanagan campuses, will be officially inaugurated at a ceremony Friday. “The centre seeks to further the inclusion and full...
B.C. Liberals creating a crisis by failing to address need for mental health services
VANCOUVER— More than half a decade since the Vancouver Police Department last raised the alarm about the growing reliance on police and emergency rooms to fill gaps in mental health services, the problem continues to grow, says New Democrat mental health and addictions critic Sue Hammell. “We’ve seen that cutting vital mental health services as...
UBC’s Faculty of Management hosts career fair
Résumé reviews, networking, interview tips, and job prospects for students It’s a question many university students hear time and again: “So, what do you want to be when you get out of school?” And while most in UBC’s Faculty of Management have a strong idea that they will pursue a business career, twice a year...
WHL Western Conference 2013-14 season preview
CALGARY – The Western Hockey League’s 48th season begins on Thursday, September 19th, as fans gear up for another exciting winter of WHL hockey. The Portland Winterhawks proved that the third time is the charm, celebrating the 2013 WHL Championship after having come up short in the WHL Championship series the two previous seasons. Will...
New UBCO wellness centre opens
KELOWNA - A new state of the art wellness centre at UBC isn't just functional. The architect who designed it considered asthetics creating a zero calorie feast for the eyes for those who use. And, it's constructed from local lumber to support the forestry industry. The $4.1 Hangar and Wellness Centre officially opened Sept. 17,...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Christie Lane Ethier
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following female who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of September 18, 2013. Christie Lane Ethier (DOB 1989-08-22) is wanted for one count of Breach of Probation. Ethier is described as a 24-year-old non-white female, 5’ tall and 141 lbs. She has brown hair...
UPDATE: Missing Kelowna man found
UPDATE: 7:03 a.m. Sept. 18, 2013 The Kelowna RCMP says Quinnton Campbell was located last night and is safe. 5:05 p.m. Sept. 17, 2013 KELOWNA - Police want the public's assistance locating a Kelowna man who has been missing since Sept. 16. Quinnton Campbell was reported missing yesterday at about 6:50 p.m. Family have been...
Water interruption for Coldstream
COLDSTREAM: Residents in the Coldstream can expect their water to be shut off for up to 24 hours next week as the district performs system maintenance. A water quality advisory has also been issued for surrounding areas during this period. The advisory is as follows: A water interruption for some Greater Vernon Water (GVW) customers...
Highlights from The B.C. Jobs Plan 24-Month Progress Report
VANCOUVER - Significant headway has been made in meeting the B.C. government's economic goals as laid out in The BC Jobs Plan 24-Month Progress Report, released today. "I'm tremendously proud of the progress B.C. has made over the past two years," said Premier Christy Clark. "Today, we stand on the threshold of one of the biggest economic growth cycles...
Aboriginal post-secondary education: working for the future
By Amrik Virk Minister of Advanced Education With the start of another post-secondary school year, our government is working diligently to ensure Aboriginal people can access the education and training they will need to take full advantage of job openings we expect in the years ahead. Labour market forecasts estimate one million jobs will be available here by 2020...
Middleton Way- Road Rehabilitation Hwy 6 to Civic # 1046
The City of Vernon will be conducting Road Rehabilitation works from approximately September 18, 2013 to October 25, 2013. One lane of THRU traffic will be maintained as possible. The road may be closed during reconstruction activities and will be reopened as soon as possible. Minor delays can be expected, please use alternate routes and...
B.C. Liquor Stores collect over $170,000 for Alberta flood relief
VANCOUVER - BC Liquor Stores customers donated over $170,000 as part of a summer campaign to assist people affected by devastating floods in Alberta. One hundred per cent of these funds have been forwarded to the Canadian Red Cross Alberta Flood Relief Fund. The donated money helped the Canadian Red Cross to: * Distribute nearly one million relief...
Moody’s reconfirms B.C.’s triple-A credit rating
VICTORIA - Moody's Investors Service has reconfirmed British Columbia's Aaa credit rating, noting the Province's reputation for prudent fiscal management, Finance Minister Michael de Jong announced today. Moody's notes: "British Columbia's Aaa... ratings are supported by the Province's strong fiscal flexibility and track record of prudent financial management." The report also says: "strong fiscal management and performance in recent years enabled...
Blazers acquire Tyson Ness from Rebels
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops Blazers have acquired 20-year-old forward Tyson Ness from the Red Deer Rebels in exchange for a 3rd round WHL Bantam Draft pick in 2014. Ness has spent the past three seasons with the Rebels. The 5’11” and 180lb forward played all 72 games last season scoring 19 times and adding 20...
One person confirmed dead after suspected outbreak of E. Coli in Okanagan cheese
OKANAGAN - One person has died following a suspected outbreak of E. Coli in Gort’s Gouda cheese, made in Salmon Arm. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled 14 of the company's cheeses Tuesday, and may recall more products as the investigation progresses. A spokesperson for the B.C. Centre for Disease Control says there have been...
Thieves crash gate with SUV
LAKE COUNTRY - Police believe thieves smashed an SUV through a compound gate to get away with a coveted UTV. Police were called to the 9500 block of Jim Bailey Road at about 4:45 a.m. Sept. 16. to investigate a damaged gate. When they arrived, they found several vehicles were damaged during the theft that...
Assault case becomes homicide investigation
VERNON - A man who was found beaten Sept. 6 in the parking lot of a local hotel has died, prompting police to turn their investigation into a homicide. Paul Jakubczyk, 53, was found unconscious by police outside the Best Western Vernon Lodge and rushed to Vernon Jubilee Hospital with serious injuries. "The police are...
Pedestrian killed by semi-truck identified
VERNON - A woman who died when she was struck by a semi-truck in Vernon Sept. 8 has been identified. She was Melanie Dawn Suski, 33, from Vernon. Suski was walking south on Hwy 97 next to Polson Park at about 11 a.m. when she was hit by a the large truck that was heading...
Watchdog to release report on neglected girl who died in grandparents’ care
VICTORIA – British Columbia's children and youth representative will shed light this morning on an interprovincial transfer that preceded the starvation and death of an aboriginal girl.
Premier honours public servants in B.C’s Interior and North
VICTORIA - The outstanding achievements of B.C.'s public service employees in the Interior and the North have been recognized with the Premier's Awards, Premier Christy Clark announced. "This year's recipients are passionate, innovative professionals who made contributions in different ways," said Premier Clark. "But they all share a passion and commitment to improving the lives of British Columbians." More than...
Premier honours public servants in B.C’s Interior and North
VICTORIA - The outstanding achievements of B.C.'s public service employees in the Interior and the North have been recognized with the Premier's Awards, Premier Christy Clark announced. "This year's recipients are passionate, innovative professionals who made contributions in different ways," said Premier Clark. "But they all share a passion and commitment to improving the lives of British Columbians." More than...