POWELL RIVER– New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says that people in the qathet Regional District will benefit from a significant investment to enhance live fire training for local firefighters. Funding will go towards establishing regional training hubs for local fire crews …
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ROBERTS CREEK – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says the provincial government’s support for tourism projects along the Sunshine Coast will bring more visitors to the community and strengthen the local economy. “Destination Development grants are critical streams of funding to …
NDP MLA Nicholas Simons says expanded adult literacy program will help people build essential skills
SUNSHINE COAST – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says people looking to improve their skills in reading, writing, math, and digital literacy will benefit from increased access to free adult literacy programs across B.C. “Literacy is more than the ability to read and write, …
NDP MLA Nicholas Simons says project coming to Powell River-Sunshine Coast will promote mass timber products
PENDER HARBOUR – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says a new project coming to Pender Harbour will use mass timber products, which reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help grow the province’s clean economy. “This new project will be an exciting development …
Funding for ground search and rescue groups will make the backcountry safer says NDP MLA Nicholas Simons
POWELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons 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. “People love to enjoy …
NDP MLA says funding for emergency response and recovery will keep people safer
QATHET – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says that emergency response and recovery efforts will be strengthened with funding for local emergency operations centres in qathet Regional District. “The Sunshine Coast is somewhat geographically isolated, which is why it’s important that people have the …
NDP MLA says funding for new playground will mean more fun for kids in Sechelt
SECHELT – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says students at Kinnickinnick Elementary will soon be playing on a new accessible playground, thanks to $195,000 in provincial funding. “All children should be able to play in a well-equipped and safe playground. It’s …
NDP MLA says funding will help host events like PRISMA Festival in Powell River-Sunshine Coast
POWELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons is announcing recipients of provincial funding to help make sure local fairs, festivals and other events continue throughout 2023 and 2024. “I am so glad that events like these receive funding to support events and celebrations …
NDP MLA Nicholas Simons says double the funding for rural projects will help people in Powell River-Sunshine Coast
POWELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons 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 across Powell River-Sunshine Coast. “Communities and …
NDP MLA Nicholas Simons say grants will support local organizations and keep people and the environment safe
POWELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says local organizations will be able to protect local ecosystems and keep people safe thanks to $676,200 from the Community Gaming Grants program for environmental and public safety initiatives. “Our government understands the important …