Information results in better public policy. As I write this, I am listening to the debate at second reading of Bill 24, Anti-Racism Data Act. Even Opposition speakers are calling it a milestone. This legislation was co-developed with Indigenous Peoples and …
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Helping more British Columbians visit the dentist
The Province is helping more British Columbians with low incomes receive much-needed dental care. Not-for-profit clinics will receive $2.8 million in new support over the next three years to ensure they can continue providing life-changing dental care for people in …
New Regulations Fight Rising Thefts of Catalytic Converters
The Province has made regulatory changes to strengthen measures that deter catalytic converter thefts across British Columbia. An amendment made to the Metal Dealers and Recyclers Regulation (MDRR) regulates catalytic converters that are not attached to an exhaust system. This …
Budget 2021
Budget 2021 is about helping people now and creating the conditions for a strong economic recovery. Together, we’ll make health care better; create new opportunities for people; help BC businesses hire and grow; and we’ll invest in infrastructure to create …
Motion 1 – Earth Day and Climate Change
My response to Motion 1 Earth and Climate Action highlighting the dangers of the Transmountain pipeline (#TMX) expansion for Burnaby and for our planet.
Supporting British Columbians During the Pandemic + Building Back Better
Recognizing Innovative Enterprises Led by Women
Member Statement March 8, 2021
Burnaby Family Life is a spoke in the wheel of the Resilience B.C. Anti-Racism Network
Burnaby Family Life has been working to make Burnaby more inclusive, welcoming and safe since 1971. They have recently been selected as the Burnaby spoke in the wheel of the Resilience B.C. Anti-Racism Network.
We need to build an equitable economy for all — not just the wealthy few.
On August 10, 2020, I spoke to MLA Rachna Singh’s motion: [Be it resolved that this House agree that governments should work to build an equitable economy for all — not just the wealthy few.]. I believe that the operative …
Health and Economic Recovery
On July 20, 2020 I moved the following motion in the Legislature: Be it resolved that this House agree that the health of British Columbians is paramount during this pandemic and part of our economic recovery and resiliency.