NANAIMO – New Democrat MLA Sheila Malcolmson says a funding boost to community-based Indigenous, adult and family literacy programs will help people gain skills in reading, writing, math and digital literacy. “Literacy Central Vancouver Island’s support for adult learners, families, …
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back to Sheila MalcolmsonNDP MLAs Malcolmson and Routley say Wi-Fi Coming to Nanaimo Harbour and Descanso Bay Ferry Terminals
NANAIMO – Travellers and commuters in Nanaimo and on Gabriola Island will soon be able to enjoy free and reliable Wi-Fi at the Nanaimo Harbour and Descanso Bay ferry terminals as they wait to board, say New Democrat MLAs Sheila …
Fairy Creek an important step for old growth protection, say NDP MLAs Routley, Walker, and Malcolmson
NANAIMO – On Wednesday, Premier John Horgan and Minister Katrine Conroy announced the BC NDP government will honour the request by the Pacheedaht, Huu-ay-aht and Ditidaht First Nations to defer old growth logging in Fairy Creek Watershed and Central Walbran …
NDP MLAs Sheila Malcolmson and Doug Routley say new electric school buses will drive Nanaimo forward
Nanaimo – New Democrat MLAs Sheila Malcolmson and Doug Routley say students in Nanaimo will be at the forefront of a zero-emission movement as three of the new school buses coming to the region are electric vehicles. “By investing in …
NDP MLA Malcolmson says Budget 2021 supports strong pandemic recovery in Nanaimo
Nanaimo – New Democrat MLA Sheila Malcolmson says creating sustainable jobs, expanding childcare spaces, and providing affordable housing will help Nanaimo residents recover from the pandemic, stronger and healthier. “The pandemic has taken a toll on the people of Nanaimo …
NDP MLAs say multiculturalism grants will help fight racism in Nanaimo
NANAIMO – New Democrat MLAs Sheila Malcolmson, Adam Walker and Doug Routley say multiculturalism grant funding will help local organizations in Nanaimo and Lantzville fight systemic racism. This year, priority was given to projects addressing anti-Indigenous, anti-Asian, and anti-Black racism. “Racism, …
NDP MLAs say funding supports the Nanaimo Airport and local jobs
NANAIMO – NDP MLAs Doug Routley, Sheila Malcolmson, and Adam Walker say $720,000 in funding for the Nanaimo Airport will mean people can travel for essential purposes and access the services they need. This support will ensure the airport is able …
NDP MLAs say upgrades to Linley Valley trail will improve access to nature and provide good-paying jobs
NANAIMO – New Democrat MLAs Sheila Malcolmson, Adam Walker and Doug Routley say $60,000 in funding for Linley Valley trail upgrades will improve access to nature for local residents and provide good-paying jobs in the forestry sector, supporting people in their …
NDP MLAs welcome new course to boost career opportunities and economic recovery in Nanaimo
NANAIMO – New Democrat MLAs Sheila Malcolmson, Doug Routley, and Adam Walker say people in Nanaimo will be able to re-skill or upskill to prepare for high-demand jobs, thanks to a new micro-credential program being offered at Vancouver Island University. …
NDP MLA Malcolmson says more health care assistants will be trained to support seniors in Nanaimo
NANAIMO – More training opportunities for health care assistants at Vancouver Island University will strengthen the level of care for people in long-term care and assisted living residences, says Sheila Malcolmson, New Democrat MLA for Nanaimo. “Caring for our seniors …