PORT ALBERNI – Local organizations will continue to deliver programs that improve people’s quality of life thanks to nearly $61 million in Community Gaming Grants for human and social services, says New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne. “When organizations have the support they …
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back to Josie OsborneFunding for ground search and rescue groups will make the backcountry safer says NDP MLA Osborne
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne says annual funding from the provincial government will help ensure that Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) groups and their volunteers are there when people need help in the backcountry. “The mid-Island region is …
NDP MLA says funding for water infrastructure improvements will support a healthier community
TOFINO – New Democrat MLA Josie Osborne is welcoming joint funding for wastewater infrastructure improvements in Tofino. “Tofitians care deeply about the natural environment and have worked for years to develop a modern, reliable wastewater treatment system to improve water quality in …
NDP MLA says funding for emergency response and recovery will keep people safer
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 …
Indigenous led project will support food security on North Vancouver Island
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 …