LADYSMITH – BC NDP MLAs Stephanie Higginson and Debra Toporowski say provincial funding for local evacuation planning projects means the Cowichan Valley Regional District will be better able to keep people safe and informed when emergencies occur. “In rural and coastal …
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back to Debra ToporowskiMLA Toporowski says funding will improve emergency response in the Cowichan Valley
HONEYMOON BAY – New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says that emergency responders in the Cowichan Valley will be better equipped to provide services to people, thanks to new funding for improved 911 communication systems. “Improvements to 911 services will change lives …
NDP MLA Toporowski says arts funding helps inspire and connect people in the Cowichan Valley
DUNCAN – New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says that provincial funding for local artists, arts organizations and events is helping to make the Cowichan Valley a more vibrant and connected community. “The Cowichan Valley continues to punch above it’s weight …
NDP MLA Toporowski says funding will support crime prevention projects in the Cowichan Valley
COWICHAN –New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says that people in the Cowichan Valley will benefit from projects that will advance public safety, help prevent violence, and promote healing. “Our community members know we need to support each other to be our …
BC NDP MLA Debra Toporowski says funding will equip Cowichan for emergencies
COWICHAN – BC NDP MLA Debra Toporowski says the Cowichan Tribes will be better prepared for emergencies with provincial funding for emergency operations centres. “Having the necessary equipment is key to managing emergencies and keeping people safe and healthy in our …
NDP MLA Toporowski says funding for Cowichan Valley will help diversify economy, promote sustainability
COWICHAN VALLEY– BC NDP MLA Debra Toporowski says that projects in the Cowichan Valley will benefit from funding to promote economic diversification and sustainability in rural communities. “The Cowichan Valley is home to so many businesses, organizations, and people who are …
MLA Toporowski says funding program helps to strengthen Indigenous food security in the Cowichan Valley
COWICHAN VALLEY – BC New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says applications are now open for funding that will support Indigenous communities’ work towards greater food security and food sovereignty. Projects that received this funding last year are currently underway in …
BC NDP MLAs say Nanaimo, Ladysmith, and the Cowichan Valley will be better prepared for disasters thanks to climate resiliency projects
LADYSMITH – BC NDP MLAs Sheila Malcolmson, Debra Toporowski, Stephanie Higginson, and George Anderson say new provincial funding for local projects means Nanaimo, Ladysmith, and the Cowichan Valley will be better able to withstand and adapt to natural hazards and …
NDP MLA Toporowski says funding will help fight invasive plants in North Cowichan
NORTH COWICHAN – New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says North Cowichan will continue fighting the spread of invasive plants, thanks to provincial funding for a local project. “Invasive species directly harm local populations of plant and animal species, and can be …
NDP MLA Toporowski says project will create safer commutes for people in Duncan
DUNCAN – New Democrat MLA Debra Toporowski says people in Duncan will be safer when travelling around the community thanks to a new project designed to prevent injuries and protect vulnerable road users. “Raised crosswalks make streets more accessible for everyone,” says Debra …