COURTENAY – New Democrat MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard is welcoming $632,870 to benefit 24 sport, arts, and culture organizations in the Comox Valley. “A vibrant arts scene and robust sports programs contribute to a positive and inclusive community,” said Ronna-Rae Leonard, MLA for …
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Local MLA Doug Donaldson welcomes over $44,000 for students in Stikine
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Local MLA Katrine Conroy welcomes over $91,000 for students in Kootenay West
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Local MLA Scott Fraser welcomes funding for community counselling for the Ahousaht First Nation
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Local MLA Spencer Chandra Herbert welcomes funding for community counselling in Vancouver
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Local MLA Rob Fleming welcomes funding for community counselling in Victoria
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Local MLA Bowinn Ma welcomes funding for community counselling for the North Shore and beyond
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Local MLA Jagrup Brar welcomes $140,300 for students in Surrey-Fleetwood
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Local MLA Katrine Conroy welcomes support for community counselling in the Kootenays
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