VANCOUVER – New Democrat MLA Melanie Mark says people in Vancouver will have more opportunities to improve their literacy, math skills, and digital skills thanks to increased funding for Community Adult Literacy Programs. “Access to community programs that improve financial …
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MLA Walker says that Qualicum Beach and Snaw-Naw-As First Nation will soon benefit from stronger connections as high-speed internet construction is underway
QUALICUM BEACH – New Democrat MLA Adam Walker says that soon more people and businesses in Qualicum Beach and Nanoose Bay will be able to enjoy high-speed internet, as construction begins to lay subsea fibre optic cable around Vancouver Island. The project is part …
MLA Routley says that Gabriola Island will soon benefit from stronger connections as high-speed internet construction is underway
GABRIOLA ISLAND – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says that soon more people and businesses on Gabriola Island will be able to enjoy high-speed internet, as construction begins to lay subsea fibre optic cable around Vancouver Island. The project is part of the …
Falcon would cancel speculation tax that brought thousands more homes into the housing market, says Bailey
While Finance Minister Selina Robinson acts on expert advice by expanding the Speculation and Vacancy Tax, B.C. Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon has consistently opposed the tax. Falcon recently defended speculators who are keeping second homes vacant: “These are not speculators, …
MLAs say people to benefit from better care as JIBC trains more health care workers
NEW WESTMINSTER – New Democrat MLAs Jennifer Whiteside and Aman Singh say more people will benefit from more allied health professionals to support their health-care needs, as new training seats are added “Recruiting and training more health care workers into …
MLA Brenda Bailey says people to benefit from more health care workers
VANCOUVER – New Democrat MLA Brenda Bailey says people will benefit from more allied health professionals to support their health care needs, as new training seats are added at the University of British Columbia. “It’s so important that people get …
MLA Susie Chant says people to benefit from better care as Capilano University trains more health care workers
NORTH VANCOUVER – New Democrat MLA Susie Chant says more people will benefit from more allied health professionals to support their health-care needs, as new training seats are added at Capilano University “High-quality health care starts with training more health …
NDP MLAs Lisa Beare and Bob D’Eith say grants for local Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows organizations will help people access vital community services
MAPLE RIDGE – New Democrat MLAs Lisa Beare and Bob D’Eith say that people who receive services from local non-profits will benefit from funding to improve community health, accessibility and well-being. “Ridge Meadows Association for Community Living gives so much …
Kevin Falcon’s broken promise delayed Surrey Skytrain extension by eight years
Earlier today, BC NDP Transportation Minister Rob Fleming announced that the Surrey-Langley Skytrain extension will be finished two years ahead of schedule. As Transportation Minister in 2008, B.C. Liberal leader Kevin Falcon promised to extend Expo Line service in Surrey …
MLAs Beare and D’Eith says patients will benefit from better care as Fraser Health welcomes back housekeeping services workers
MAPLE RIDGE– New Democrat MLAs Lisa Beare and Bob D’Eith say more people accessing health care in the Lower Mainland will benefit from better patient care as 474 housekeeping services workers, who were previously contracted out, return as Fraser Health …