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Working with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and supported by UBCM, CivicInfo BC is seeking connectivity planning documents from local and Indigenous governments, in order to build a freely available online repository.
CivicInfo BC is looking for any documents related to…
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UBCM’s plenary session will address the urgent question of how Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities might walk further along the path towards truth and reconciliation, and will provide guidance for local governments seeking direction on how to act on the TRC Calls to Action…
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Please join us in a 2021 Convention workshop exploring some of the major trends and key issues impacting housing and affordability in British Columbia in coming years. This workshop will feature a diverse panel spanning the private sector, non-profit housing and academia.…
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Image Delegates to the 2021 Convention will have a front row seat as current affairs host Jody Vance brings her unique talents to a fireside chat with political satirist Rick Mercer. With the federal election underway, and an array of vexing…
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Following a September 2020 announcement regarding the development of farm-gate and direct delivery programs for non-medical cannabis, the Province is examining the possible introduction of cannabis consumption spaces. The BC Cannabis Secretariat plans to engage broadly with key…
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RCMP reservists and members below the rank of inspector have ratified a collective agreement that was tentatively reached earlier this summer. The six-year agreement (April 1, 2017- March 31, 2023) covers numerous key issues impacting local governments, including base…
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The 118th Annual UBCM Convention is just around the corner, and we are looking forward to welcoming delegates from across the province who will join together online, September 13-17th. The 2021 UBCM Convention is your opportunity to access timely and relevant local government…
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The 2021 UBCM Convention is coming soon, and we are pleased to share details on this year’s expanded program, including a workshop that will explore the response to the 2021 heat dome. Also, members that officially register before August 27th should also keep watch for delivery…
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FireSmart BC invites you to attend a free informative and interactive 45-minute webinar aimed at providing local governments, First Nations, Neighbourhood Champions, Fire Departments, Community FireSmart and Resiliency Committee members and Local FireSmart Representatives with…
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The Community-to-Community Forum program has an upcoming intake deadline of September 10th for events this Fall and Winter.
The C2C Forum program supports increased understanding and improved overall relations between BC First Nations and local governments. Forum events provide…