Vancouver Coast & Mountains NEWS http://www.news.gov.bc.ca/ The latest headlines by Region Vancouver Coast & Mountains en-us Copyright © 2012, Province of British Columbia 5 BC Parks programs big on families PARKSVILLE – From its hugely popular park passports to its new ‘text-to-donate to kids programs,’ BC Parks is big on families, Environment Minister Terry Lake announced. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012ENV0031-000712.htm Sun, 20 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT Celebrating Child and Youth in Care Week VICTORIA – Celebrations are always better with dancing. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012CFD0031-000700.htm Sun, 20 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT Labour, Economic Opportunity Focus of Philippines Visit MANILA, PHILIPPINES – On the final day of this Jobs and Trade Mission, Premier Christy Clark strengthened the relationship with the Philippines by signing a Joint Communiqué on labour mobility. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012PREM0064-000711.htm Sat, 19 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT Premier Promotes B.C.’s Advantages in Korea SEOUL, Korea– Premier Christy Clark today touted B.C.’s natural resources, competitive taxes and a highly skilled workforce to top Korean investors. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012PREM0063-000698.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT Province urges drivers to be safe this weekend VICTORIA – As National Road Safety Week kicks off summer driving season, the Province is asking drivers to help keep their families safe by following these driver safety tips. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012JAG0081-000697.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT More compliance officers on patrol this weekend VICTORIA – The Province is increasing compliance and enforcement patrols by about 30 per cent over the Victoria Day long weekend. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012ENV0030-000694.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 14:15:00 GMT Mines Act permit issued for Treasure Mountain HOPE – Huldra Silver Inc. was issued a Mines Act permit today for its Treasure Mountain silver mine, located approximately 29 km east of Hope and 40 km west of Princeton announced Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy and Mines. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012ENER0060-000701.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT Meaningful consultation equals good business in B.C. VICTORIA - This past week, B.C. celebrated an agreement with the Kaska Dena Council in northwestern B.C. that will provide greater certainty about how resource development can proceed in more than 10 per cent of the province. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012ARR0010-000691.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 16:15:00 GMT Signs point to smooth travel DELTA - The Province is making it easier for commuters, industry and border travellers to plan their route and save time, with an expanded Advanced Traveller Information System on key routes in the Lower Mainland. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012TRAN0050-000696.htm Fri, 18 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT Premier Highlights Clean Energy, Green Buildings in Korea SEOUL, KOREA– During the second Jobs and Trade Mission, Premier Christy Clark began her first full day in Korea promoting clean energy resources. http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_releases_2009-2013/2012PREM0062-000688.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 14:07:00 GMT