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PREMIER'S AWARDS RECOGNIZE INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
VANCOUVER – Ida Chong (left), Minister Responsible for the BC Public Service Agency congratulates one of the Lower Mainland's silver award recipients at the first regional Premier's Awards for Innovation and Excellence. The Premier's Awards acknowledge the outstanding work of public service employees through four regional award ceremonies in January and February, with the Provincial Awards scheduled for March 10.
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$2M FOR COWICHAN INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
LADYSMITH – A joint investment of more than $2 million from the federal and provincial governments will mean major infrastructure enhancements for Ladysmith and Duncan communities.
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DRINKING WATER IMPROVEMENTS FOR BURNS LAKE
BURNS LAKE – A joint investment of more than $80,000 from the federal and provincial governments will help provide a cleaner, more reliable water supply for residents of Burns Lake.
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$2.8 MILLION TO EXPAND SAANICH RECREATION FACILITIES
SAANICH – The District of Saanich will improve two major recreation and leisure facilities, thanks to an investment of more than $2.8 million from the federal and provincial governments.
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