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WESTERN GOVERNORS GATHER


June 30, 2008
Premier Gordon Campbell attended the annual meeting of the Western Governor's Association, which represents 19 U.S. States and 3-U.S. Flag Pacific Islands. During the meeting, Premier Campbell signed the new Pacific Coast Collaborative agreement between British Columbia, Washington, California, Oregon and Alaska to be a common voice on issues affecting the Pacific coast region.

Premier Gordon Campbell attended the annual meeting of the Western Governor's Association, which represents 19 U.S. States and 3-U.S. Flag Pacific Islands. During the meeting, Premier Campbell signed the new Pacific Coast Collaborative agreement between British Columbia, Washington, California, Oregon and Alaska to be a common voice on issues affecting the Pacific coast region.

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June 2008 Photos
2008-06-30 - Premier Gordon Campbell attended the annual meeting of the Western Governor's Association, which represents 19 U.S. States and 3-U.S. Flag Pacific Islands. During the meeting, Premier Campbell signed the new Pacific Coast Collaborative agreement between British Columbia, Washington, California, Oregon and Alaska to be a common voice on issues affecting the Pacific coast region.
2008-06-30 - Premier Gordon Campbell and Washington Governor Chris Gregoire sign the Pacific Coast Collaborative, an agreement between British Columbia, Washington, California, Oregon and Alaska to be a common voice on issues affecting the Pacific coast region.
2008-06-24 - Premier Gordon Campbell sports a pin-covered jacket lent to him by a Rotarian exchange student as he is joined by Community Development Minister Blair Lekstrom and Mayor Nate Bello to officially open B.C.'s first completed Spirit Square in Quesnel.
2008-06-23 - Premier Campbell announced changes to the provincial cabinet, including five new members: Joan McIntyre, Bill Bennett, Iain Black, Mary Polak and Blair Lekstrom.
2008-06-20 - Premier Gordon Campbell and members of cabinet welcomed Washington State secretary of transportation Paula Hammond (left of Premier Campbell) and other members of the Washington State government for a joint cabinet meeting in Kelowna.
2008-06-18 - World renowned actor-producer Dev Anand and performer Shiamak Davar entertain at the India Calling 2008 reception hosted by Premier Gordon Campbell.
2008-06-18 - Premier Gordon Campbell joins acclaimed Indian performer Shiamak Davar on-stage at a reception for the India Calling 2008 conference in Vancouver, which brings together B.C. and Indian businesses to forge new partnerships and explore opportunities.
2008-06-13 - Premier Gordon Campbell unveils a new book, “British Columbia: Spirit of the People,” commemorating the province's first 150 years.
2008-06-13 - Premier Campbell is joined by author Jean Barman at the introduction of her book 'British Columbia: Spirit of the People.'
2008-06-13 - Premier Gordon Campbell is joined by (L to R) photographer Clinton Hussey; Robert Sawka, Canada Post director of operations, Pacific Region; Matthew Clark, designer, Subplot Design Inc.; Roy White, designer, Subplot Design Inc. and Minister of Economic Development Colin Hansen in unveiling a stamp celebrating B.C.'s first 150 years.
2008-06-13 - Premier Gordon Campbell, Minister of Economic Development Colin Hansen and federal Minister of Natural Resources Gary Lunn announce an $8-million project to provide wood-frame housing for areas devastated by the May 12 Sichuan earthquake.
2008-06-12 - Premier Gordon Campbell met with former U.S. Secretary of State General Colin Powell during Powell's recent visit to Vancouver.
2008-06-12 - Premier Gordon Campbell spoke to the Vancouver Board of Trade and the New Car Dealers Association about the opportunities for business and government in adapting to climate change.
2008-06-06 - The Province of British Columbia is providing $10 million to dredge Burnaby Lake, re-establishing it as an international rowing venue and improving the lake’s fish and wildlife habitat.