| Pacific Economic Development Canada
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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses – from coffee shops to campgrounds – played a critical role in sustaining communities across British Columbia. Small businesses in the tourism sector were especially hard hit, yet they continued to serve as the lifeblood of local economies, offering British Columbians much-needed reprieve.
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COVID-19 had a significant impact on Canadian tourism as travel restrictions, both domestically and internationally, reduced visits to attractions across the country. The Government of Canada created the Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) to support tourism businesses and organizations investing their future growth, while safely welcoming visitors once again.
| Pacific Economic Development Canada
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The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance on behalf of the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada will announce funding to support tourism organizations in British Columbia.
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Reconnecting with neighbours, communities and local businesses is top of mind for many Canadians. After a period in which public spaces laid dormant while Canadians took precautions to stay safe, Greater Victoria is ready to welcome the people back to enhanced community facilities and public spaces.
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British Columbians continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether at home, at work, or in their community. Throughout the pandemic, science has provided the greatest defense, particularly through mRNA vaccines. These vaccines trigger the body’s immune response to help protect against infection and severe illness.
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British Columbians continue to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether at home, at work, or in their community. Throughout the pandemic, science has provided the greatest defense, particularly through mRNA vaccines. These vaccines trigger the body’s immune response to help protect against infection and severe illness.
| Pacific Economic Development Canada
| media advisories
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will announce funding for projects at the University of British Columbia to advance mRNA vaccine research and build a home-grown pipeline for responding to new and emerging COVID-19 variants.
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Public spaces are the heart of communities across Canada. They bring together people of all ages and abilities, supporting businesses and stimulating local economies. In Shalalth, like many places across Canada, the community is ready to welcome back residents and visitors alike to enhanced community facilities and public spaces.
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Over the last several years, devastating wildfires and floods have caused immeasurable damage in communities across British Columbia. Many of those communities are still suffering from the impact.
| Pacific Economic Development Canada
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Public spaces are the heart of communities across Canada. They bring together people of all ages and abilities, supporting businesses, and stimulating local economies. In Oliver, like many places across Canada, the community is ready to welcome back residents and visitors alike to enhanced community facilities and public spaces.
