The following is my testimony provided to the Canadian Senate’s Transportation and Communications Committee hearings on Bill C-48 held in Prince Rupert on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019. The Committee is deliberating on Bill C-48: Oil Tanker Moratorium Act which …
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Tsunami Awareness Week
Last January’s tsunami warning was a wake up call for coastal communities in British Columbia. Emergency preparation gets put on a to-do list, but never checked off as done. That’s why, each year, during Tsunami Preparedness Week, which runs April …
Province makes historic investment in rural internet service
Reliable and affordable high-speed internet provides British Columbians in rural communities with better opportunities to learn, do business, access services and stay connected. Our government is working to connect all British Columbians regardless of where they live. Follow the link …
Legislation introduced to improve ferry service introduced
Proud of our Minister of Transportation for introducing legislation today that puts people at the forefront of the coastal ferries act. Once in force, the legislation is intended to re-frame the model to better reflect public interest and the view …
Prince Rupert residents win 2019 BC Achievement Award
Congratulations to Nancy and Gunther Golinia! Nancy and Gunther Golinia have operated the Prince Rupert Wildlife Rehabilitation Shelter for over 30 years. Running the shelter from their home, they have rescued, rehabilitated and released thousands of birds and animals which …
New infrastructure funding flowing to North Coast communities.
A modern economy requires modern infrastructure. These grants will give communities in the northwest the ability to upgrade, replace or build long needed roads, water pipes or meet other community needs. Learn more here: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019MAH0057-000500