Metro Vancouver and UBCM testify on Bill S-8: The Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act
On May 23, UBCM joined Metro Vancouver in testifying to the House of Commons' Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development in Ottawa regarding local government concerns around Bill S-8: The Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act. The bill provides for the development of federal regulations governing the provision of drinking water, water quality standards and the disposal of waste water in First Nations communities. Read More
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Packaging and Printed Paper: Market Clearing Price Presentation
Multi-Material BC (MMBC) will be holding a meeting on June 7th to present the market-clearing price financial incentives for the provision of packaging and printed paper (PPP) collection services. Local governments can participate in person or via webcast by registering online. Read More
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2013 UBCM Community Excellence Awards
The annual UBCM Excellence Awards information booklet and application documents will be available on-line Friday, June 7th. The 2013 application deadline is July 26th. Read More
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2013 Climate & Energy Action Awards
The Community Energy Association, BC Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, BC Ministry of Environment - Climate Action Secretariat, BC Hydro, FortisBC and the Union of BC Municipalities invite all local governments in British Columbia to participate in the 2013 Climate & Energy Action Awards competition. Applications are due by 5:00 PM, Monday, July 22nd. Read More
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Glen Brown Recognized for Excellence
Glen Brown, Executive Director for Local Government Infrastructure and Finance, has been recognized for his role in helping BC communities provide safe, clean water. The BC Water & Waste Association has bestowed Mr. Brown with their Award of Excellence for his creative leadership and innovation in his work with local governments and communities. Read More
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