Multiculturalism site profiles B C demographics and growth
A new provincial site profiles B C multicultural demographics using census data including ethnic origin mother tongue and education levels. It aims to help service providers public institutions and business groups leverage social and economic potential. About 20 percent of BC residents belong to visible minorities.
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Public sector bargaining aims for wage gains and security
Workers across British Columbia seek a decent wage increase and stronger job security as negotiations approach in January. BCGEU wrapped two day bargaining conferences with about 160 participants outlining priorities for direct government service and health sectors. President George Heyman noted cutbacks have hit workers in environmental protection forest management transportation highways and administrative support hardest.
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Compost garden opens at CARES and Chetwynd Library
CARES Eco Centre unveils a new composting showcase with on site displays and DIY ideas using wood pallets tires and chicken wire. The program highlights reuse tire based products safety standards and government green funding options with weekly ideas from a recycled materials book. CARES hours list recycling and paint reuse services across the week.
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