COWICHAN VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says new meat licensing system will make it easier for B.C. families to buy, serve, and enjoy locally raised beef, pork, and poultry. Farmers in rural parts of B.C. will benefit under this …
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back to Stephanie HigginsonNew agricultural land rules will support farming families, says NDP MLA Doug Routley
COWICHAN VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says new rules will add flexibility and increased housing options for a small secondary home in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The additional residence can be used for anything from housing extended family …
Supports will help Cowichan Valley prepare for emergency events, says NDP MLA Doug Routley
COWICHAN VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says funding for Emergency Operations Centres will help Cowichan Valley prepare for emergency events. “Improving emergency communications across many of our smaller communities will go a long way towards building a stronger …
Funding boost to local literacy programs will help people get the skills they need, says NDP MLA Doug Routley
COWICHAN VALLEY – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says a funding boost to community-based adult literacy program will help people gain skills in reading, writing, math and digital literacy. “Improving quality of life starts with reducing obstacles to everyday tasks …
NDP 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 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 …