Regional districts of British Columbia

Canada Invests in a Greener Metro Vancouver Region

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

It is creating a network across Canada that supports local community action to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Key Points: 
  • It is creating a network across Canada that supports local community action to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The research and collaboration that will take place at the Metro Vancouver LC3 Centre will help deliver just that while creating good jobs here in Vancouver, fighting climate change and protecting our planet."
  • "This partnership with Simon Fraser University to create the LC3 Centre in Metro Vancouver is very exciting.
  • Metro Vancouver looks forward to working with the LC3 and SFU toward helping us meet our ambitious climate goals and creating a carbon neutral region by 2050."

Government of Canada announces emergency support for Vancouver Aquarium

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 26, 2020

Totaling $2 million, this federal funding will support essential services at the aquarium, assisting it through the recovery period.

Key Points: 
  • Totaling $2 million, this federal funding will support essential services at the aquarium, assisting it through the recovery period.
  • The Government of Canada is committed to providing the support and resources needed to ensure that British Columbia remains a world-leading tourist destination.
  • That is why we are providing targeted support to facilities like the Vancouver Aquarium that help attract visitors and support our local economy.
  • We are still fighting for the Vancouver Aquarium's long-term survival, but this support from Western Economic Diversification Canada is crucial.