As the BC Liberals consider a name change at their convention, BC NDP MLA Andrew Mercier says that a rebrand can’t hide Kevin Falcon’s track record of making life harder for people. “Kevin Falcon can’t hide his record behind a …
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BC Liberal claim that housing market is “cooling off” is out-of-touch, says Coulter
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Kevin Falcon would eliminate speculation and vacancy tax that has opened up 18,000 units for rent
As annual declaration notices are mailed out to British Columbians for the speculation and vacancy tax, BC Liberal Leadership candidate Kevin Falcon continues to campaign on eliminating it. Falcon, who has worked for real estate developer Anthem Properties since leaving …
Does Kevin Falcon still support the sweet Little Mountain deal of affordable housing that cost 700 people their homes?
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BC Liberals continue to fight BC NDP’s speculation tax
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NDP MLAs say Budget 2021 supports strong pandemic recovery in Greater Victoria
Greater Victoria – New Democrat MLAs Mitzi Dean and Murray Rankin say investing in education, expanding childcare spaces, and providing affordable housing will help Greater Victoria residents recover from the pandemic, stronger and healthier. “Our government recognizes the diverse needs …
NDP MLA Malcolmson says Budget 2021 supports strong pandemic recovery in Nanaimo
Nanaimo – New Democrat MLA Sheila Malcolmson says creating sustainable jobs, expanding childcare spaces, and providing affordable housing will help Nanaimo residents recover from the pandemic, stronger and healthier. “The pandemic has taken a toll on the people of Nanaimo …
New NDP MLAs welcome affordable rental homes in Richmond
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