November 26, 2018 VICTORIA – New Democrat MLAs Jennifer Rice and Doug Donaldson are welcoming new, affordable homes for Indigenous peoples in their communities of North Coast, Stikine, and neighbouring Skeena. “British Columbia is the first province in Canada to fund …
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Additional Support for Wildfire Recovery
To assist individuals and families still recovering from the record wildfire season, your government is partnering with the Canadian Red Cross to provide an additional $10 million of support. Learn more here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/18453
Jennifer Rice welcomes funds for arts, culture, and sport programs in Prince Rupert
PRINCE RUPERT – New Democrat MLA Jennifer Rice is welcoming $183,830 in funding for arts, culture, and sport not-for-profit organizations through the Community Gaming Grants program. Nine Prince Rupert organizations are receiving funding including the Northern British Columbia Museum Association …
Indigenous Veterans Day
Indigenous people have a long and proud history of military service to our country, tracing back to the War of 1812 when Metis and First Nations fought along the British against invading Americans. During World War I, it is said …
Did you get your flu shot yet?
Last week, the BC Pharmacy Association reminded me to get my annual flu shot. With more than 1,300 community pharmacies across British Columbia, in communities both large and small, pharmacists are the most accessible health-care providers for British Columbians wanting …
Putting people at the front of Environmental Assessment
After extensive consultation with the public, stakeholders and First Nations, your government has introduced legislation to modernize the Environmental Assessment Act for major resource projects. The legislation advances reconciliation with First Nations, increases public engagement, transparency and will deliver stronger …
Tsunami Awareness Day
Today is World Tsunami Awareness Day. Earthquakes are often precursors to tsunamis, so if you’re on or near BC’s coast & feel strong shaking, immediately drop, cover & hold on. When the shaking stops, move inland, to higher ground or …
Seniors Tea and Bazaar
As always, the coffee and tea service was impeccable and the little sandwiches with the crusts cut off decadent – at the First United Church’s annual Tea and Bazaar. It was a great time connecting with folks and buying holiday …
Kate Toye is a Community Champion
Kate Toye has been a champion of early childhood education in Prince Rupert. She’s a mother of 3 who cares about the education of our children of Prince Rupert and the surrounding area. By working in Early Childhood Development for …