VICTORIA – B.C. New Democrats will be traveling the Highway of Tears to highlight the need for safe public transportation between Prince Rupert and Prince George. “One of the key recommendations of the Missing Women’s Inquiry was for a shuttle …
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The B.C. Liberal government is putting families last. They have refused to address our province’s shameful record of child poverty, which has remained the worst in the country for a decade. They have neglected critical services like education and health care, and have created a province where fewer young people have the opportunity to succeed. New Democrats are working to create a more fair and inclusive society, because we believe that no one should be left behind and denied the opportunity to succeed.
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Trust fund for little girl hurt by fatal domestic violence established by BC NDP leader Adrian Dix
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Happy Vaisakhi from B.C.’s New Democrats
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