| February 01, 2012 NEW TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ABORIGINAL LEARNERS IN MISSION Aboriginal learners from Mission have new opportunities for skills training thanks to the Aboriginal Training for Employment Program (ATEP). An investment of $489,050 will support learners from across the Fraser Valley who are served by the Métis Nation January 24, 2012 Canada and British Columbia Partner to Deliver on Flood Mitigation Priority The City of Mission has received $2,693,000 for the Hatzic Pump Station construction project in the Dewdney Area. Mission is now better prepared for flood emergencies thanks to a joint investment by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia. January 10, 2012 ADULT LITERACY PROGRAMS GET BOOST Adult learners around the Fraser Valley will get help to improve their literacy and numeracy skills thanks to funding through the Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP). An investment of $92,797 will support three projects in communities around the regio January 03, 2012 NEWCOMERS TO ABBOTSFORD TO RECEIVE SETTLEMENT SERVICES Newcomers to Abbotsford will receive enhanced immigrant settlement services to help them settle into their new lives and gain employment through $896,341 in funding for the Abbotsford Community Services Society. This funding is part of a $20.3 million ann December 07, 2011 NO MONKEYING AROUND: MORE FUNDING FOR SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) at three Abbotsford public schools are receiving a total of $48,950 in reimbursements for playground equipment. The funding is part of $2.4 million to reimburse PACs throughout the province that recently purchased playgroun December 01, 2011 Abbotsford Gravel Sales Excels in Reclamation Abbotsford Gravel Sales Ltd. has been recognized for its outstanding achievements in reclamation, cementing B.C.’s reputation as a leader in sustainable resource development and environmental protection. November 29, 2011 Solicitor General honours Abbotsford Probation Officer Adult and youth corrections and probation officers from around the province were honoured at the Solicitor General’s annual Corrections Exemplary Service Medals award ceremony. November 25, 2011 Government Delivers on Jobs, Families and Open Government for the Fraser Valley To recap the large number of key accomplishments since the Legislative Assembly rose in June, the B.C. Liberal Government caucus has released the “Change That Works For You” website. November 18, 2011 ONE OF ABBOTSFORD’S FINEST HONOURED An Abbotsford police officer was honoured for his exemplary service last night at B.C.’s 31st annual Police Honours Night by Lieutenant Governor Steven Point and Solicitor General Shirley Bond. November 15, 2011 ABBOTSFORD RECEIVES FUNDING GRANT-IN-LIEU OF TAXES Today the Ministry of Labour, Citizens’ Services and Open Government announced a $211,285 grant for Abbotsford in compensation for municipal property taxes. November 07, 2011 ABBOTSFORD’S CRIME PREVENTION HEROES Local crime prevention leaders from around the province were honoured at the annual Solicitor General Community Safety and Crime Prevention Awards. Among those honoured were Sgt. Mike Novakowski, Const. Davin Turner and Const. Mark Zawadsky of the Abbotsf October 26, 2011 ABBOTSFORD RESIDENTS RECEIVE EDUCATION AWARDS Two Abbotsford residents are recipients of BC Housing
Education Awards that will help them further their education, achieve
their goals and improve their lives. October 21, 2011 DRIVING BETWEEN MISSION AND HOPE GETS SAFER The Province is investing over $250,000 in safety enhancements along Highway 7 that will make driving safer and easier for motorists while improving the safety of pedestrians and cyclists. October 20, 2011 STARTING A BUSINESS? BIZPAL CAN HELP Starting and running a business in Mission is easier now thanks to BizPaL, an online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster. September 12, 2011 Third phase of B.C.’s Intersection Safety Camera program goes live Today, the provincial government, police and ICBC announced that the third phase of B.C.’s upgraded Intersection Safety Camera (ISC) program has gone live across the province – including one camera located in Abbotsford. September 12, 2011 Third phase of B.C.’s Intersection Safety Camera program goes live in Mission Today, the provincial government, police and ICBC announced that the third phase of B.C.’s upgraded Intersection Safety Camera (ISC) program has gone live across the province. September 02, 2011 Abbotsford schools benefit from $8 million for playgrounds Students at six public schools in Abbotsford will soon have the opportunity to explore a brand-new playground, as Premier Christy Clark announced today $8 million over two years to support new, upgraded or replaced school playgrounds in the province. September 02, 2011 SAFER, CLEANER, GREENER – BROWNFIELD RENEWAL FUNDING FOR MISSION The automotive repair shop at 7189 and 7197 Horne Street can begin the necessary steps towards redevelopment thanks to more than $43,000 in provincial funding. Sixteen successful projects across British Columbia were awarded more than $730,000 in total th July 25, 2011 CLEAN ENERGY PROJECT TO POWER UP COMMUNITIES A new Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Fund project will receive $1 million to support the development of clean energy technologies and benefit four local communities. July 05, 2011 The Winning Ticket: Traffic Fines Benefit Abbotsford ABBOTSFORD – The Province is helping Abbotsford deliver essential services and keep families safe with a $1,919,236 grant from the Strategic Community Investment Fund (SCIF). June 02, 2011 Lucky Twelve: Latest Gaming Grants Land on Abbotsford ABBOTSFORD – Twelve organizations in Abbotsford and Mission will share $354,790 in the latest round of gaming grants announced today by the provincial government. May 16, 2011 Mining Industry Award Recipients VICTORIA - Each year during Mining Week, the miner of the year is announced and recognized. Last week was Mining Week in British Columbia, and this year two giants of the industry were recognized. April 07, 2011 Major Provincial Funding For Abbotsford ABBOTSFORD – The Province has granted $1,312,125 to Abbotsford as part of a $63.8 million funding infusion to help communities with their spending priorities. April 04, 2011 Boost in Gaming Grants for Abbotsford Groups ABBOTSFORD – A total of $392,415 in community gaming grants will support 59 non-profit community organizations in Abbotsford. March 31, 2011 Flood Protection Funding will Improve Safety in Mission MISSION –Mission farms and homes will be safer thanks to $320,000 in provincial flood protection funding which will go to the Dewdney Area Improvement District. March 03, 2011 Families Get Gaming Grant Support in Social Services ABBOTSFORD – Community gaming grant funding totalling $1,117,749 will go to support 59 Abbotsford and Mission human and social service community organizations. | |
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