VICTORIA – New Democrat MLA Grace Lore says that the government is adding services to support survivors of sexual violence in Victoria through restored funding after it was cut by Kevin Falcon and the BC Liberals in 2002. “People who experience sexualized violence are …
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NDP MLA Rankin says new grants support research that will improve people’s lives
SAANICH – New Democrat MLA Murray Rankin says that new research funding for the University of Victoria will improve the lives of people by advancing innovation in health, engineering, and technology. “Some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the province are students …
NDP MLA Chen says new grants support research that will improve people’s lives
Burnaby – New Democrat MLA Katrina Chen says that new research funding for Simon Fraser University Burnaby will improve the lives of the visually impaired community by creating accessible tools that enable blind or low vision (BLV) individuals to learn basic electronics and computing …
Falcon’s policing reversal shows he can’t be counted on to keep people in Surrey safe, says BC NDP’s Singh
Yesterday, Kevin Falcon caved to BC Conservative pressure and completely reversed his support for transitioning to the Surrey Police Service. “Kevin Falcon’s reversal on Surrey police shows he’s not taking the safety of people in our community seriously,” said BC …
“This could be a game-changer,” and other things people are saying about David Eby’s action to rein in short-term rentals
“Every unit successfully shifted into long-term rental is a home for someone.” –Alex Hemingway, Canadian Center for Policy Alternatives “This could be a game-changer in resetting the affordable housing market. Right now [I] have two young adult children who simply …
MLA Singh says new student bus service will help Queensborough residents get to school safely
New Westminster – New Democrat MLA Aman Singh says a new dedicated school bus service for New Westminster Secondary students living in Queensborough will make it easier and safer for kids to get to school beginning in January 2024. “Queensborough kids …
NDP MLA Brittny Anderson says rural strategy will build stronger Kootenay communities
NELSON – New Democrat MLA Brittny Anderson says that the provincial government’s new strategy for rural B.C. will help to strengthen rural communities in the Kootenays. “When rural communities have strong public services and infrastructure, people can build better lives for …
Falcon must denounce homophobic and transphobic protests, says Paddon
Yesterday, Kevin Falcon was asked about a series of homophobic and transphobic protests taking place in B.C. and across Canada. Instead of denouncing the protests and supporting 2SLGBTQAI+ youth, Falcon claimed the protestors have “legitimate concerns.” The protestors are calling …
MLA Joan Phillip says new community space will improve food security, services for people in East Vancouver
VANCOUVER – New Democrat MLA Joan Phillip says a new community space for Britannia Community Services Centre Society will improve food security and access to social programs for vulnerable households and people across East Vancouver. “Everyone deserves the supports and services that …
David Eby breaks ground on second Surrey Hospital that Falcon cancelled
SURREY- BC NDP Premier David Eby broke ground on a second Surrey Hospital today, a project that BCU Party Leader Kevin Falcon said was “surplus” as he sold off the property that was designated for it. In 2012 as Minister of Finance, …