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| News and Announcements | February 28, 2025 |
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Local Government News
More than 70 Projects will Strengthen Wildfire Prevention, Support Forestry
Workers and communities throughout B.C. are benefiting from Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) supported projects that reduce wildfire risk and increase fibre supply, keeping local mills and energy plants running in the face of U.S. tariff threats and unjustified softwood lumber duties.
Posted: February 28, 2025
Vancouver City Council Approves $500,000 in Grant Funding to Support Renters in Vancouver
Vancouver City Council approved $500,000 in grants for organizations that support Vancouver renters, focusing on the needs of low-income and equity-denied residents.
Posted: February 27, 2025
Maple Ridge Launches ‘Choose Maple Ridge’ - Support Local Campaign
Developed in partnership with the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (DMRBIA), the campaign aligns with Support Local, Buy BC, and Team Canada initiatives.
Posted: February 27, 2025
Neil Brewer Receives the Inaugural Freedom of the District of Kent Award
He has been involved in more than 600 Search and Rescue tasks and has volunteered countless hours helping to secure funding for essential equipment for Search and Rescue groups across the Province.
Posted: February 25, 2025
HCMA to Design New Civic Facilities for Central Saanich
The District of Central Saanich has announced local architectural firm HCMA will design Central Saanich’s new municipal building for their facility replacement project.
Posted: February 24, 2025
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Announcements
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF BC
Member Award Nominations Now Open The LGMA Member Awards are now open for nominations. Do you know of a local government colleague who has exemplified professional leadership, innovation or community and volunteer service recently? You are encouraged to nominate your colleagues who are deserving of such recognition.
Review the Membership Policy (section 3, Awards for Members) to see all awards categories and submit your nomination before May 2. Award winners will be announced on June 12 at our 2025 Annual Conference Awards Ceremony.
For more information, visit lgma.ca
BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM
BC Communities in Bloom – 20 Years of Growing Great Places Together
BC Communities in Bloom is celebrating its 20-year milestone by awarding a tree to all registered municipalities - generously donated by Specimen Trees Wholesale Nursery.
Over the years, BC Communities in Bloom has played a pivotal role in enhancing the liveability of towns and cities. The program encourages municipalities to strive for excellence in horticulture, heritage conservation, and environmental practices. The recognition and feedback provided by the judging panel are invaluable in guiding future projects and initiatives.
Join BC Communities in Blook in celebrating the profound impact of the program.
Evaluated Registration closes April 25th. Smaller community groups or clubs are encouraged to participate with a Community Showcase.
BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM Provincial Society was formed to administrate the Provincial Edition of the National Communities in Bloom Program. www.bccib.ca for more information.
Check out the ‘Past Participants’ to see if your community was ever ‘in Bloom’.
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