SOINTULA – 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 Michele Babchuk. “Community organizations like these do the important …
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back to Michele BabchukNDP MLA Babchuk says Strathcona Regional District will be better prepared for climate-related disasters
CAMPBELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk says that people in the Strathcona Regional District will benefit from funding that will help strengthen their community’s resilience against climate-related hazards such as flooding, drought, wildfires. “When disaster hits, it impacts the …
Funding for ground search and rescue groups will make the backcountry safer says NDP MLA Babchuk
CAMPBELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk 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. “Whether as a local …
NDP MLA Babchuk says people on the North Island will benefit from funds to reduce the risks of disaster related to climate change
PORT HARDY – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk says that people on the North Island will benefit from provincial funding to help reduce risks from future disaster related natural hazards and climate change. “As communities in our region face new risks and greater needs due to …
NDP MLA says funding for emergency response and recovery will keep people safer in the Strathcona Region
CAMPBELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk says that emergency response and recovery efforts will be strengthened with funding for local emergency operations centres in the Strathcona Region. “Having emergency operations centres is crucial to keep more people safe and informed,” said …
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 says funding for new playgrounds will mean more fun for kids on the North Island
NORTH ISLAND – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk says students at Alert Bay Elementary, Captain Meares Elementary-Secondary and Pinecrest Elementary will soon be playing on new accessible playgrounds, thanks to $195,000 each in provincial funding. “Playgrounds help kids get outside and …
NDP MLA Michele Babchuk says double the funding for rural projects will help people on the North Island
NORTH ISLAND – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk says that double the funding for B.C.’s newest economic diversification program will enable municipalities, First Nations and not-for-profit organizations to complete more projects in rural communities, including Homalco First Nation. “Communities all …
NDP MLA says funding will help host events like SalmonFest in the North Island
CAMPBELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk is announcing recipients of provincial funding to help make sure local fairs, festivals and other events continue throughout 2023 and 2024. “As we continue to come out of the pandemic its more important than ever for people to …
NDP MLA says new provincial funding for local libraries in the North Island will benefit people
CAMPBELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Michele Babchuk is announcing funding for local libraries, allowing library users to benefit from modernized technology, enhanced programs and services, and better access to information. “Modern libraries are more than just rows and stacks of …