LUMBY– BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says new provincial funding for a local project means Lumby will be better able to withstand and adapt to natural hazards and climate-caused disasters. “While springtime brings a sense of joy and renewal for …
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back to Harwinder SandhuNDP MLA Sandhu says more families in Vernon benefiting from investments in child care
VERNON – NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says that more families in Vernon will benefit from $10-a-day child care spaces. “As a mother, I know how integral accessible and affordable childcare is for a family to be able to thrive,” said …
BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says stronger community services coming to Vernon
VERNON– BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says people living in Vernon will have better access to essential community services, thanks to funding for capital projects that help not-for-profit organizations improve and expand their facilities and programs. “Funding for the Canadian …
BC NDP MLA Sandhu says funding will strengthen cultural safety during emergencies in Vernon
VERNON – BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says new funding will help make sure that local emergency management practices are inclusive and respectful of Indigenous people and communities. “Everyone here in the Okanagan is familiar with climate-related emergencies, and all …
BC NDP MLA Sandhu says the Okanagan will be more resilient thanks to climate adaptation projects
LUMBY– BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says the Okanagan will be more resilient to climate change, with provincial funding that will better prepare the community to withstand emergencies. “Making our communities more climate resilient is a focus for our government, including …
MLA Sandhu says expanded BC Transit services will support commuters in Vernon
VERNON– BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says people who use transit in Vernon will see improved service as a result of expanded BC Transit service. “Many people rely on BC Transit everyday, so the increase in service on statutory holidays …
BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says grants will support local sports in Vernon-Monashee
Vernon– BC NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu says grants for local not-for-profit organizations will support sports organizations so that people can stay active and healthy in Vernon-Monashee. “For people of all ages, sports are a great way to stay active and healthy,” …
NDP MLA Sandhu says funding will support tourism and community events like the Vernon Winter Carnival
VERNON – New Democrat MLA Harwinder Sandhu says that funding will help ensure local fairs, festivals and events can provide fun and excitement for residents and visitors alike. “Vernon is well known for so many of the fantastic events that …
NDP MLA Harwinder Sandhu say families will receive help with costs of school activities and supplies
VERNON – New Democrat MLA Harwinder Sandhu says families who are struggling with expenses for school activities will be receiving more support from their school districts. “When our kids are supported in the classroom, our community is strengthened.” said Harwinder …
NDP MLA Sandhu says local project in Vernon and new provincial strategy will help protect from flooding risks
VERNON– New Democrat MLA Harwinder Sandhu says people in Vernon will be better protected during flooding and extreme weather emergencies, thanks to provincial climate adaptation funding for local projects. “Although we enjoy so many benefits from living so close to …