OLIVER – New Democrat MLA Roly Russell says a new accessible playground is on the way for students at Oliver Elementary School. “Playgrounds are essential for helping our kids grow, interact, and stay active,” says Roly Russell, MLA for Boundary-Similkameen. “I’m thrilled that …
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OLIVER– New Democrat MLA Russell says people in Oliver will benefit from safer roads thanks to another year of Vision Zero grants, that will help prevent serious injuries and deaths. “Safe and active transportation options in communities help build more engaged …
NDP MLA Russell says funding will support tourism and community events like the Oliver Triathlon
OLIVER – New Democrat MLA Roly Russell says that funding will help ensure local fairs, festivals and events can provide fun and excitement for residents and visitors alike. “Recent years have been challenging for many of us, and so our fairs, festivals, …
NDP MLA Russell says funding will deliver economic diversification projects to the Boundary Region
MIDWAY – New Democrat MLA Roly Russell says that funding will deliver projects to people in the Boundary Region. Local governments, First Nations and not-for-profit organizations throughout the Coast and Vancouver Island are receiving funding to promote economic diversification, clean …
NDP MLA Russell says more active transportation options are rolling out for Oliver
OLIVER– New Democrat MLA Russell says people in Oliver will have more options for active transportation with provincial funding for amenities. “Active transportation is about improving our quality of life through health, wellness, community connection, and environmental wellbeing,” said Roly …
NDP MLA Russell says local projects and new provincial strategy will help protect from flooding risks
OSOYOOS– New Democrat MLA Russell says people in Osoyoos will be better protected during flooding and extreme weather emergencies, thanks to provincial climate adaptation funding for local projects. “We know the impact that floods and other extreme weather events have …
MLA Russell says grants will support local arts and extracurricular activities in Boundary-Similkameen
GRAND FORKS – New Democrat MLA say local organizations and parent advisory councils will be able to support young artists and extracurricular activities thanks to almost more than $4.5 million in Community Gaming Grants funding. This round of funding is from the …
NDP MLA says funding will help host events like Oliver Triathlon Weekend in Boundary-Similkameen
OLIVER – New Democrat MLA Roly Russell is announcing recipients of provincial funding to help make sure local fairs, festivals and other events continue throughout 2023 and 2024. “Community events bring people together to strengthen relationships and build understanding. I’m so thankful to all …
Kevin Falcon’s BC Liberals vote against $18 million for Boundary-Similkameen.
(VICTORIA) Earlier today, Kevin Falcon’s BC Liberals voted against more than $18 million that Premier David Eby and the BC NDP provided to the communities of Boundary-Similkameen through the Growing Communities Fund. “Communities generally know best how to invest …
NDP MLA Roly Russell says extensive funding will support great projects for people in Boundary-Similkameen
OLIVER – New Democrat MLA Roly Russell says that a historic investment of over $18 million for Boundary-Similkameen will enable communities to fund key projects, ensuring that people have services they can rely on as populations grow. “Local governments know what their communities need, and the need for …