Greater Victoria

Minister Wilkinson Highlights the 2023 Fall Economic Statement and Related Household Energy Affordability Investments

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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In response, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is focused on today's two key challenges.

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  • In response, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is focused on today's two key challenges.
  • To do so, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement announces the new Canadian Mortgage Charter, which details the relief that Canadians can expect from their banks if they are in financial difficulty.
  • "Our economic plan is about building a strong economy that works for everyone, and the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is the next phase of our plan.
  • New measures in the 2023 Fall Economic Statement are built upon the government's responsible economic plan, which sees Canada maintain both the lowest deficit- and net debt-to-GDP ratios in the G7.

La Maison de la francophonie de Victoria becomes reality

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023
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Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, was in Victoria to highlight more than $1 million in funding for la Société francophone de Victoria to acquire and renovate la Maison de la francophonie de Victoria.

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  • Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, was in Victoria to highlight more than $1 million in funding for la Société francophone de Victoria to acquire and renovate la Maison de la francophonie de Victoria.
  • La Maison de la francophonie will serve as a hub for French activities, providing a place for all Francophones and Francophiles in the region to meet and connect.
  • The creation of la Maison de la Francophonie de Victoria will promote the French language and culture, while allowing members of the community to strengthen the ties that unite them."
  • La Maison de la francophonie de Victoria will allow all of us to come together and thrive under one roof, where mutual support will be strengthened.

TELUS’ Internet and Mobility for Good programs help new refugees arriving in Canada get connected

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Already supporting more than 3,200 Government Assisted Refugees across Canada, TELUS today announced that it will now support even more government assisted refugees arriving in Canada with low cost home Internet and mobility plans as well as free mobile devices, in partnership with its expanded network of Resettlement Assistance Program service provider organizations.

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  • The program is available across Canada where TELUS home Internet and mobility services are offered.
  • Mobility for Good for Government Assisted Refugees is available nationwide and includes mobility services for $25 a month and a free certified pre-owned device.
  • TELUS, through the mobility and internet for good programs provides an important support.
  • To learn more about TELUS Internet and Mobility for Good for Government Assisted Refugees, visit telus.com/GovAssistedRefugees .

Local RTOERO district boosts 7-10 Club food program in Nanaimo

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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Nanaimo, British Columbia, Nov. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 7-10 Club in Nanaimo is getting a boost to its food program for those in need, thanks to a $4,000 grant from District 47 Vancouver Island of RTOERO.

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  • Nanaimo, British Columbia, Nov. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 7-10 Club in Nanaimo is getting a boost to its food program for those in need, thanks to a $4,000 grant from District 47 Vancouver Island of RTOERO.
  • The District 47 funding is part of RTOEROs annual community grants program.
  • Thats the idea behind the grants program, whose impact is felt widely, says Martha Foster, chair of the board at RTOERO.
  • RTOERO is a bilingual trusted voice on healthy, active living in the retirement journey for the broader education community.

CPABC honours four Victoria CPAs with a fellowship designation

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Thursday, February 25, 2021
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As its chair and chancellor, Chan advances initiatives that support First Nations reconciliation and equity, diversity, and inclusion.

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  • As its chair and chancellor, Chan advances initiatives that support First Nations reconciliation and equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Crowder is currently a member of the Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board, contributing his expertise in risk management, financial oversight, and governance.
  • She brings invaluable experience gained as a leader with the Capital Regional District and with the Capital Regional Hospital District in Victoria.
  • We are pleased to honour Nelson, Doug, Connie, and Diana with a fellowship designation.

CPABC: Greater Victoria housing starts and major project inventory slowdown in 2020

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Friday, February 19, 2021
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However, the decline remains well below the provincial average of 18.3 per cent and indicates that Greater Victoria has been relatively resilient.

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  • However, the decline remains well below the provincial average of 18.3 per cent and indicates that Greater Victoria has been relatively resilient.
  • In total, 3,209 housing units began construction in Greater Victoria throughout 2020, down from the 3,662 units started in 2019.
  • Prior to the pandemic, the number of attached units such as condos ramped up production in Greater Victoria while detached lagged behind.
  • While Greater Victoria experienced a small dip in the overall level of major projects, it also benefited from the majority of the projects being actively under construction.