On October 21, 2019 I spoke about the importance of paid leave for workers facing domestic and sexual violence
Strong Communities
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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On October 30, 2019 I spoke about Burnaby’s new supportive housing development in the Legislature.
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New homes offer hope, opportunities for people in Burnaby
Friday, October 25, 2019 2:45 PM More than 50 people who have been without safe and secure homes are moving into supportive housing with around-the-clock support services as a new permanent modular housing project opens. “This new supportive housing will …
Indigenous human rights recognized in B.C. law with new legislation
Thursday, October 24, 2019 Legislation introduced Oct. 24, 2019, creates a path forward to recognize and uphold the human rights of Indigenous peoples in B.C. “Today’s legislation is a crucial step towards true and lasting reconciliation,” said Premier John Horgan. …
Partnerships working to create more child care spaces in B.C.
Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:15 AM Families throughout British Columbia will have better access to closer-to-home child care, thanks to new provincial guidelines that allow local governments to pair funding programs and purchase land to create new child care spaces. …
Burnaby Hospital redevelopment will deliver better health care in a growing region
Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Major facility upgrades at Burnaby Hospital and two new patient-care towers will give people in this growing community faster access to better health care. “Every person in B.C. deserves quality public health care, and our government …
Public Accounts confirm investing in people pays dividends
Thursday, July 18, 2019 The B.C. government is reporting higher income and stronger economic growth in 2018-19 that is helping make life more affordable, improving the services people count on and supporting a strong economy in British Columbia. “For years, …
CleanBC sets new strategy to boost safe, accessible active transportation
Monday, June 17, 2019 Move. Commute. Connect. This is B.C.’s new strategy for cleaner, more active transportation, connecting British Columbians to where they need to go. “Active transportation is good for our health, environment and communities,” said Claire Trevena, Minister …
Policy changes help break the cycle of poverty
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