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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Jul 19

    Keep up-to-date with the most current and evacuation information: 💻 - 📱 - & 📍 - Interactive Map: 📞 - Report wildfires by calling 1-800-663-555 or *5555 on mobile

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  2. 28 minutes ago

    More than 2,000 people experiencing homelessness will soon have a place to call home, with supportive modular homes either built or underway in 22 communities throughout BC.

    Over 2,000 new supportive homes confirmed in under a year
    More than 2,000 people experiencing homelessness will soon have a place to call home, thanks to a partnership that is building new, supportive homes in 22 communities around BC.
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    21 hours ago

    A quick snapshot of season statistics to date: 🔥 We’ve responded to 810 wildfires so far this season. The avg is 762 fires for this time of year. 🔥 56,415 ha has burned so far this season. The avg is 107,266 ha. On this date last year, 377,800 ha had burned.

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    18 hours ago

    All Alerts RESCINDED for properties in & the Central : . No properties in the Central Okanagan RD are currently under Evacuation Alert or Order.

    Mt. Eneas Wildfire – all Evacuation Alerts rescinded
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    18 hours ago

    Alert RESCINDED for properties along , Callan Rd & North Beach Rd north of :

    Evacuation Alert for Properties along Hwy 97, Callan Rd & North Beach Rd has been RESCINDED:
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    18 hours ago

    Alert RESCINDED for properties north of Faulder:

    Evacuation Alert for Properties North of Faulder has been RESCINDED:
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    18 hours ago

    Alert RESCINDED for properties along near Lake Provincial Park:

    Evacuation Alert for Properties along HWY 97 Near Okanagan Lake Provincial Park has been RESCINDED:
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  8. 18 hours ago

    As part of their work to help small businesses grow, succeed and create good jobs, the Small Business Task Force has released its Engagement Summary paper. British Columbians are encouraged to provide feedback:

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    20 hours ago

    Good to be in today to see the recently launched BC Bus North service up and running in . Conversations with our federal and local partners continue as we work to find a long-term transportation solution for BC.

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    23 hours ago

    Flood Warning ENDED for Pouce Coupe River below Henderson Creek:

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  11. Jul 25

    A new $6 million scholarship fund will break down financial barriers for graduate students at , and help boost research and innovation in BC.

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    Jul 24

    NextRide technology is officially up and running in ! Now you can find out where your bus is in real-time!

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    Jul 24

    We take great pride in being part of innovative changes to public health care. This fall, will open up it’s first Urgent Primary Care Centre, right here in the (City Centre 2) 🏥🙏 Learn more about what that means for Surrey:

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    Jul 23

    Order DOWNGRADED to Evacuation Alert for 3915, 3925 & 3941 Trans Canada Hwy near Spences Bridge:

    The evacuation order for the has been rescinded. An evacuation alert remains in place.
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    Jul 23

    Alert issued by for properties near Spences Bridge identified in the following map:

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    Jul 23

    Order issued by for 3915, 3925 & 3941 Trans Canada Hwy. More information & map here:

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  17. Jul 23

    To help communities benefit from major public investments like schools, bridges and hospitals, we introduced a new Community Benefits Agreement that puts locals first in line for good jobs to build the infrastructure we need.

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  18. Jul 23

    helps students apply their learning and get on-the-job experience, better preparing them for entry into the workforce. That’s why we are investing almost $1.9 million in supporting programs throughout the Province. Learn more:

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    Jul 23

    Staff were forced to temporarily halt air operations on the Wilson Creek yesterday due to people operating UAVs ("drones") above the fire. This is illegal, and puts our aircraft and crews in serious danger. More details on yesterday's incident:

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    Jul 23

    Order DOWNGRADED to Evacuation Alert for 5 properties near Lake Provincial Park & .

    EOC Update - July 23, 2018 4:00 pm Evacuation Order Downgraded to Evacuation Alert. Click below to view information release.
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  21. Jul 23

    "This historic agreement is a key step towards our common goal of Secwépemc communities caring for their children according to their traditions and culture." - , Minister of Children and Family Development.

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