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New protection for sled dogs in B.C.

A new layer of protection is now in place for sled dogs in British Columbia. The Province, sled dog industry, veterinarians, and the BC SCPA have jointly created Canada's first Sled Dog Code of Practice, and sled dog standards of care regulation to enhance the health and welfare of all sled dogs in B.C. read more

Economy Transportation Monday, February 20, 2012 11:00 AM

B.C. cherries getting ready to fly to China

Okanagan cherries are one step closer to being on the shelves of luxury food markets in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, as co-operative efforts between the governments of British Columbia and Canada continue to make progress in accessing the Chinese marketplace. read more

Economy Thursday, February 9, 2012 1:30 PM

Canada and B.C. help advance tree fruit industry

British Columbia's tree fruit growers will save on operating costs and continue to drive the economy thanks to support from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia to modernize the Okanagan Tree Fruit Cooperative's storage facility in Lake Country. read more

Economy Environment Friday, January 27, 2012 12:30 PM