COMOX VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says that emergency response and recovery efforts will be strengthened with funding for local emergency operations centres in the Comox Valley. “In times of extreme weather events, it’s important that we show up for one …
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back to Ronna-Rae LeonardMLA Leonard says funding for local airports will improve services for passengers and businesses
COURTENAY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says funding for two local airports will help ensure a better experience for the people and businesses who rely on the airports. “These air facilities help put the Comox Valley on the map for tourism, while also providing essential transportation for …
NDP MLA says funding will help host events like Vancouver Island MusicFest in Courtenay-Comox
COURTNEY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard is announcing recipients of provincial funding to help make sure local fairs, festivals and other events continue throughout 2023 and 2024. “Connecting through food, culture, music, and fitness brings our community together,” said Ronna-Rae Leonard, MLA for Courtenay-Comox. “By …
NDP MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says double the funding for rural projects will help people in Comox Valley
COMOX VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard 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 Comox Valley. “Economic and infrastructure …
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 the Comox Valley
COURTENAY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard is welcoming funding to improve local emergency support services (ESS) for people evacuated from their homes during natural disasters or other emergencies. “Natural disasters can cause so much stress for everyone involved, but …
NDP MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says grants will support local organizations and keep people and the environment safe
COURTENAY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says local organizations will be able to protect local ecosystems and keep people safe thanks to $396,400 from the Community Gaming Grants program for environmental and public safety initiatives. “Not-for-profit organizations do amazing work in …
NDP MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says extensive funding will support great projects for people in the Comox Valley
COURTENAY– New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says that a historic investment of almost $17 million for the Comox-Valley will enable the community to fund key projects, ensuring that people have services they can rely on as populations grow. “The Comox Valley …
NDP MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says grant will support reconciliation in Courtenay
COURTENAY– New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard 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. “Non-Profits fill an important role in …
NDP MLA says people in Comox will benefit from funds to reduce the risks of disaster related to climate change
COMOX- New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says that people in Comox will benefit from provincial funding to help reduce risks from future disaster related natural hazards and climate change. “No one wants or expects to deal with natural disasters but investing in our infrastructure …