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Have your say on protecting farmland.
Starting on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, people are invited to have their say on how best to encourage farming and protect farmland throughout British Columbia. Visit engage.gov.bc.ca/supportingfarmers/ to learn more and have your say.
Public engagement on accessibility in B.C.
Premier John Horgan’s Statement on the the anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Premier’s statement on the anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Premier John Horgan has issued the following statement in honour of the 12th anniversary of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: …
Grand Opening of Conrad Elementary Playground
I had a great time at the grand opening of the Conrad Elementary School Community Playground. A new playground means children and families throughout our community have a new, accessible and safe place to play. This playground is the result …
World Suicide Prevention Day
Prince Rupert RCMP Victim Services organized a well-attended event on the lawn of city hall to commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day today. Suicide, depression and other mental illnesses do not discriminate. It impacts people from all walks of life, across …
Adult literacy programs receiving funding
It’s never too late to learn! Your government recognizes that even adults could use a brush up on their reading, writing and math skills. That’s why we’re funding Community Adult Literacy Programs (CALP) across the province, including six in …
Jim Terrion and the Terry Fox Run
Jim Terrion stopped by the office yesterday. This former Rupertite takes his vacations (from his job in Prince George) every year to actively fundraise in Prince Rupert for the annual Terry Fox Run. Since 1991 Jim has raised $768,364.25! He’s …
Labour Day BBQ
We grilled over 300 hotdogs at Pacific Mariners Park on Labour Day! Prince Rupert teachers joined to share information and enjoy the sunshine. Port Edward Mayor Knut Bjorndal even stopped by.
Tripartite agreement creates path to negotiate implementation of Heiltsuk Nation Title and Rights
This innovative agreement lays out the pathway towards reconciliation between the Crown and the Heiltsuk Nation. I know firsthand, from working closely with the Heiltsuk over the last several years, the strength of their leadership and powerful mandate they …