Mayors to lead 110 million BC Rail fund plan
Premier Gordon Campbell outlines a northern development initiative dividing 110 million into three parts. A 13 member board will oversee regional councils and regional fund spending including forestry tourism mining and business subsidies. Boundaries align with provincial ridings and an additional 15 million fund for 25 First Nations along the BC Rail line is planned.
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Growth forecast for British Columbia in 2004 and beyond
VANCOUVER The 13 member Economic Forecast Council expects BC to grow 2.9 percent in 2004 and 3.2 percent in 2005 with improving North American conditions. They cite energy markets, China exports, and Olympics infrastructure as factors, while urging prudent budgeting and noting softwood lumber uncertainties. Finance Minister Gary Collins backs the plan to revitalize the economy and says the council advises the 2004-05 budget process.
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