MISSION – New Democrat MLA Bob D’Eith says that an increase in the allowable annual cut for the Mission Municipal Forest is a sign that sustainable management practices are paying off and will create more jobs in the community. “The …
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BC well positioned for economic recovery, say experts
Like all jurisdictions impacted by COVID-19, British Columbia’s economic recovery will take time. But as B.C. enters Phase 3 of its restart plan, experts are saying the province is well positioned compared to other parts of Canada: “In the larger …
Andrew Wilkinson claims public health measures “don’t have anything to do with economic recovery”
In question period yesterday afternoon, Premier John Horgan highlighted the importance of public health measures in economic recovery: “In order to build confidence for consumers to go back into retail, into hospitality and other sectors that require that type of …
BC Liberals call worker severance “unnecessary costs”
In Question Period today, BC Liberal MLA Jane Thornthwaite described earned severance as “significantly unnecessary costs” that businesses should not have to pay fired workers. In response, Premier John Horgan affirmed his commitment to severance owed to workers: “Unnecessary costs …
People in the North Coast to benefit from new recreation and job opportunities
PRINCE RUPERT – New Democrat MLA Jennifer Rice says that people in the North Coast will benefit from nearly $540,000 in provincial grants for local recreation and economic development projects that will help local governments and First Nations plan for …
People in the Kootenays to benefit from new recreation and job opportunities
NELSON – New Democrat MLAs Michelle Mungall and Katrine Conroy say that people throughout southern British Columbia will have access to new job opportunities and enhanced outdoor recreation spaces in their backyards, thanks to over $2.6 million in provincial grants …
People on Gabriola Island to benefit from economic development project
GABRIOLA ISLAND – New Democrat MLA Doug Routley says that people on Gabriola Island will benefit from increased job opportunities, thanks to $100,000 in provincial funding for an economic development project. “Islanders are resilient, innovative and full of ideas on …
People in Mid Island-Pacific Rim to benefit from economic development projects
PORT ALBERNI – New Democrat MLA Scott Fraser says that people in Mid Island-Pacific Rim will benefit from increased job opportunities, thanks to over $370,000 in provincial grants that will support local recreation and economic development projects. “I’m so pleased …
Surrey MLAs welcome protections to help seasonal farm workers stay safe during COVID-19 pandemic
SURREY – New Democrat MLAs in Surrey are welcoming BC government supports aimed at keeping seasonal farm workers, and all agriculture workers, safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. To protect farmers and farm workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of …