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 …
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back to Stephanie HigginsonNDP MLA Doug Routley say new electric school buses will drive Cowichan forward
Cowichan – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says students in Cowichan will be at the forefront of a zero-emission movement as three of the new school buses coming to the region are electric vehicles. “We’re committed to creating a healthy …
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 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 MLA Doug Routley says new ecosystem projects in the Cowichan Valley will help restore and protect our habitats and wildlife
CHEMAINUS – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says that funding through BC’s Economic Recovery Plan will help restore ecosystems, wildlife and habitats in the Cowichan Valley, ensuring their health and resilience in a changing climate. “Protecting and preserving the natural environment …
MLA Routley says new infrastructure support for the Raptors Rescue Society will help North Cowichan economic recovery
DUNCAN – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says that the Raptors Rescue Society will be receiving funding to construct an Education Centre, helping the community recover more quickly from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic with help from new …
Gabriola Community Bus Service to get new home through B.C.’s Economic Recovery Plan, says MLA Routley
GABRIOLA ISLAND – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says that Gabriola Community Bus Services will get a new home, helping the community recover more quickly from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic with help from new funding for local …
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. …