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Driving is a privilege, not a right. Road collisions are a leading cause of death and injury and are a major public health issue in British Columbia.
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Province supports emergency operations centres to keep communities safe
Friday, June 06, 2025
As British Columbia responds to increasingly frequent climate emergencies, the Province is funding local projects to better equip local governments and First Nations to respond to emergencies and support people who are evacuated.