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Premier's Address at 10:00 am Friday
The Premier's address will be moved forward in our agenda Friday to 10:00 am. We anticipate that most, if not all, of our resolutions will be completed Friday morning. The installation of incoming President Wendy Booth will take place at 9:45 am.
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Responsible Conduct Policy Paper Endorsed
Delegates endorsed a policy paper Thursday that outlines an approach to strengthening the framework for responsible conduct by local government elected officials in B.C. UBCM's Executive will follow up with Minister Selina Robinson to ascertain the provincial response to the approach contained in the policy paper. Read More
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Decisions from Sept. 28 Resolutions Debate
The following is a summary of the resolutions adopted during the September 28 policy session at the 2017 Convention. The full and exact wording of any amendments will appear in the Convention Minutes. Read More
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A Call to Protect the Most Vulnerable
The Leader of the Official Opposition, Rich Coleman, addressed the UBCM membership with a message urging leadership from all levels of government to protect those who are most vulnerable.
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Community Excellence Award Winners
Local governments were recognized for innovative approaches to service delivery in an awards ceremony at the 2017 UBCM Convention Thursday.
The awards showcase municipalities and regional districts that take risks to innovate, establish new partnerships, and pioneer new customer service practices. Read More
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Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation
Wildfire was the topic of discussion as delegates were provided a glimpse into the future of fire prevention and mitigation in B.C. With more than 1200 fires, 1.2 million hectares of land burned, 4000 evacuees and costs nearing $500 million, this summer was the worst wildfire season in B.C.'s history.
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Wood WORKS! Awards
Six local governments have been recognized for their leadership in the use of wood both architecturally and structurally in their community projects. Wood WORKS! BC Community Recognition Awards are presented annually to communities that have been exemplary advocates for wood. Read More
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