VICTORIA— At a time when many British Columbians are seeing B.C. Liberal policies benefit only the rich, New Democrats are introducing legislation aimed at tackling poverty and creating economic inclusion in the province. If passed, the Poverty Reduction and Economic …
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New Democrats call for regular water testing in B.C. schools
VICTORIA— New Democrat MLA Jennifer Rice introduced a bill today that would prevent more children being exposed to elevated lead levels in their drinking water. “Parents in this province should have peace of mind when they send their children off …
Clark government votes ‘NO’ to taking big money out of politics
VICTORIA— New Democrat Leader John Horgan introduced the Campaign Finance Reform Act today, a bill which would ban corporate and union donations as well as limit the amount of personal donations to a political party. In an immediate vote, Christy …
As Surrey violence increases, New Democrats demand effective action from Clark government
VICTORIA— New Democrat Surrey MLAs Harry Bains, Sue Hammell and Bruce Ralston issued the following statement demanding immediate and effective action from the Christy Clark government in light of escalating violence in Surrey: “There were too many shootings in Surrey …
New Democrats to meet with industry and regulators to discuss legal cannabis sales in Washington, Oregon
SEATTLE – New Democrat MLAs Carole James and Mike Farnworth are in Washington and Oregon this week to investigate the management of legal cannabis sales. New Democrat Leader John Horgan asked the two key spokespeople to arrange the visit after …
VSB budget cuts yet another example of Christy Clark’s education neglect
VICTORIA— New Democrat spokesperson for education Rob Fleming released the following statement on the $27 million budget shortfall that the Vancouver School Board is facing: “The $27 million shortfall to the Vancouver School Board budget is just another example of …
Darcy urges ban of pay-for-plasma clinics
VICTORIA— British Columbia should ban pay-for-plasma clinics, say the B.C. New Democrats. “Paid blood donations put our safe blood supply at risk in more ways than one and it’s disappointing that Health Minister Terry Lake left the door open,” said …
Christy Clark’s government is ignoring money laundering in B.C.
VANCOUVER— New Democrats are calling on Christy Clark to take action and crack down on money laundering in B.C. “Serious concerns around money laundering have now been raised in B.C. real estate, in gambling, and in liquor sales. It’s clear …
B.C. New Democrat statement in celebration of Pakistan Day
Bruce Ralston, the New Democrat spokesperson for immigration and multiculturalism, released the following statement in celebration of Pakistan Day: “On behalf of John Horgan, Leader of B.C.’s New Democrats, I would like to extend my best wishes to all those …
World Water Day highlights concerns in B.C., from Shawnigan to Spallumcheen
VICTORIA— New Democrat leader John Horgan and New Democrat environment spokesperson George Heyman released the following statements recognizing World Water Day: John Horgan: “Today on World Water Day we celebrate a major victory for Shawnigan Lake residents who have been fighting …