VICTORIA — The moratorium on coalbed methane extraction in the Sacred Headwaters must be extended in the face of unresolved concerns about its impact on First Nations, communities and the environment, say the New Democrats. “After four years, five energy …

By Rob Fleming People across British Columbia are deeply concerned about the Northern Gateway pipeline proposal and New Democrats are standing with them by taking a principled stand against the project. We are standing with businesses, First Nations and communities …

VICTORIA – New Democrats are joining British Columbians across the province to celebrate Rivers Day and the importance of the fresh water resources B.C. is blessed to have. “Some of B.C.'s most celebrated rivers face challenges that the Liberal government …

VICTORIA – The B.C. Liberals’ lack of preparation for the National Energy Board hearings during the scheduled cross-examination of Enbridge is just another example of the B.C. Liberals failing to show leadership on this critical issue, say New Democrats. The …

VANCOUVER – A New Democrat government will withdraw from the federal government’s Enbridge Northern Gateway Project review process and set up a “made in B.C.” environmental assessment to ensure the province’s interests are protected, B.C. New Democrat leader Adrian Dix …

VICTORIA – A new proposal for an Alberta oil sands refinery on B.C.’s coast would still rely on the same Enbridge oil pipeline that poses environmental risks to British Columbia’s rivers and lakes, and still means an end to the …

Vancouver- The Liberal government still refuses to protect B.C.'s best interests in its latest attempt to recast the Enbridge pipeline proposal, said New Democrat leader Adrian Dix today. “New Democrats are in favour of sound economic development, but the Enbridge …

KELOWNA – New Democrat Leader Adrian Dix says he’s pleased that Rich Coleman has listened to the wishes of vintners, consumers and the opposition to allow the online sale of wine for personal use. “Other provinces – notably Manitoba – …

VICTORIA – The recommendations of the Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides fail to address the environmental and human health concerns of British Columbians and live up to the commitments of the premier, says New Democrat environment critic Rob Fleming. “New …

VICTORIA— New Democrats are calling on the B.C. Liberals to defend the B.C. fruit industry by working with the federal government to keep the province free of genetically modified fruit. “The B.C. tree fruit industry produces healthy products that are …