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. …
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NDP MLAs Pam Alexis and Kelli Paddon welcome new course to boost career opportunities and economic recovery in Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack
VICTORIA – New Democrat MLAs Pam Alexis and Kelli Paddon say people in the Fraser Valley will be able to re-skill or upskill to prepare for high-demand jobs, thanks to a new micro-credential program being offered at The University of the …
NDP MLAs Anderson and Conroy welcome new courses to boost career opportunities and economic recovery in the West Kootenays
CASTLEGAR & NELSON – New Democrat MLAs Brittny Anderson and Katrine Conroy say people in the West Kootenays will be able to re-skill or upskill to prepare for high-demand jobs, thanks to new micro-credential programs being offered at Selkirk College. The courses …
Northeast Bay waters on Texada Island to be protected thanks to community efforts, says MLA Simons
POWELL RIVER – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons says that the protected area around Northeast Bay on Texada Island is being extended to cover the waters of the bay itself, a decision that was advocated for by the local community. …
BC Liberals opposed measures to fix ICBC and put cash in drivers’ pockets
After mismanaging ICBC for years, the BC Liberals attempted to stop the BC NDP from fixing ICBC and putting money in the pockets of drivers. When they were in power, the BC Liberals raided $1.2 billion from ICBC and deleted …
NDP MLA Cullen announces funds to reduce forestry waste in Stikine
SMITHERS – New Democrat MLA Nathan Cullen says that grants to help increase utilization of wood fibre will help support communities and workers in Stikine, while reducing wood waste and emissions. “Putting what would normally be considered forestry waste to …
BC Liberal de Jong refused measure to prevent casino money laundering, commission told
Former BC Liberal Finance Minister Mike de Jong refused in 2015 to implement a measure to reduce the risk of money laundering in casinos, the Cullen Commission was told yesterday. BC Lottery Commission CEO Jim Lightbody testified that he asked …
Addictions treatment and recovery services in the Comox Valley will get a boost, says MLA Leonard
COURTENAY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard is welcoming funding for addictions treatment and recovery services in Courtenay-Comox, providing a boost for providers and ensuring people struggling with addictions are supported during COVID-19. “Like lots of organizations, substance treatment and recovery …
Addictions treatment and recovery services get a boost in Richmond, say NDP MLAs
RICHMOND – New Democrat MLAs Henry Yao, Aman Singh and Kelly Greene are welcoming funding for addictions treatment and recovery services in Richmond, providing a boost for providers and ensuring people struggling with addictions are supported during COVID-19. “The COVID-19 pandemic …
Addictions treatment and recovery services get a boost in Maple Ridge, say NDP MLAs
MAPLE RIDGE – New Democrat MLAs Bob D’Eith and Lisa Beare are welcoming funding for addictions treatment and recovery services in Maple Ridge, providing a boost for providers and ensuring people struggling with addictions are supported during COVID-19. “Our New Democrat …