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Highlights from Federal Throne Speech  

  

His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General opened the Second Session of the 41st Parliament today with a Speech from the Throne in the Senate Chamber. Read More 

Economic Development Forum Proceeds Despite Earthquake  


A Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) forum with local government leaders from the Philippines, Viet Nam and Cambodia is underway in the Philippine province of Cebu. Although a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the island of Bohol and the Cebu region early Tuesday morning, delegates were able to arrive safely and the event is proceeding. Read More 

2014 Convention Hotel Block is now open 

 

UBCM, in partnership with Tourism Whistler, is excited to showcase the hotel block for the 2014 Convention in Whistler through a new online service. Members can now access information and register for hotels with easy access to star ratings, overnight rates, amenities and proximity to the Whistler Convention Centre. Click here to book your 2014 UCBM Convention hotel room now! 

BC Treaty Commission Releases Annual Report  

 

The MOU on Local Government Participation in the New Relationship between UBCM and the Province of BC recognizes local government representatives as members and respected advisors on provincial treaty negotiation teams. The BC Treaty Commission's 2013 Annual Report Pathways to Change contains an update on treaty negotiation progress, and a call from Chief Commissioner Sophie Pierre for refocused efforts and a "let's get it done approach" that will lead to the successful completion of treaties in BC. Read More 

UBCM Award Recipients Recognized  

 

Recognizing great leadership by individuals and local governments in BC is always an important aspect of the UBCM convention. We were pleased to present Mayor Mary Sjostrom with a Life Membership for her dedicated service as President, 2012 - 2013. Click here to view the Long Service Recipients and here to view the Community Excellence Award winners announced at our recent AGM.  

October 16, 2013
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