PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says that emergency response and recovery efforts will be strengthened with funding for local emergency operations centres in the Mid Island-Pacific Rim region. “When disaster strikes, it’s critical to have effective procedures and the right …
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KYUQUOT – New Democrat MLAs Michele Babchuk and Josie Osborne say that an Indigenous-led project will strengthen food sovereignty and food security for people on North Vancouver Island “Restoring seafood gardens in Kyuquot Sound helps the environment and allows for increased food security and sustainability for the Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k:tles7et’h’ First Nations,” …
NDP MLA Josie Osborne says funding for new playgrounds will mean more fun for kids in the Mid-Island Region
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says students at Alberni Elementary and Denman Island Community School will soon be playing on new accessible playgrounds, thanks to $195,000 each in provincial funding. “When kids play outside during the school day, they get the …
NDP MLA says funding will help host events like Alberni Fall Fair in Mid Island-Pacific Rim
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne is announcing recipients of provincial funding to help make sure local fairs, festivals and other events continue throughout 2023 and 2024. “From the Pacific Rim Whale Festival to the Five Acre Shaker, our region has a …
NDP MLAs Ronna-Rae Leonard and Josie Osborne say new provincial funding for local libraries on Vancouver Island will benefit people
COURTENAY – New Democrat MLAs Ronna-Rae Leonard and Josie Osborne are announcing funding for local libraries, allowing library users to benefit from modernized technology, enhanced programs and services, and better access to information. “People rely on libraries as key services in …
Services and supports expanded to help evacuees in Mid Island-Pacific Rim
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne is welcoming funding to improve local emergency support services (ESS) for people evacuated from their homes during natural disasters or other emergencies. “Preparing and planning for natural disasters requires a wrap-around approach …
NDP MLA Josie Osborne says grants will support local organizations and keep people and the environment safe
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says local organizations will be able to protect local ecosystems and keep people safe thanks to $129,500 from the Community Gaming Grants program for environmental and public safety initiatives. “Non-profit organizations do incredible work …
NDP MLA Josie Osborne says extensive funding will support great projects for people in Mid Island-Pacific Rim
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says that a historic investment of over $13 million for Mid Island-Pacific Rim will enable the community to fund key projects, ensuring that people have services they can rely on as populations grow. “Local …
NDP MLA Josie Osborne says grant will support reconciliation in Port Alberni
PORT ALBERNI– New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says funding for a local Indigenous organization will support the group’s economic and organizational resilience so they can continue their meaningful work for people and families in the community. “Indigenous non-profits work hard to …
NDP MLA says people in Tofino will benefit from funds to reduce the risks of natural disasters
TOFINO – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says that people in Tofino will benefit from provincial funding to help reduce risks from future disaster related natural hazards and climate change. “Climate change continues to pose real, and constantly changing threats to people …