Real Opportunities for Indigenous Communities

The other day, I spoke to the private member’s motion: Be it resolved that this House support real opportunity for Indigenous communities in British Columbia Our government has recognized that providing opportunities for Indigenous people must go beyond merely supporting …

Province provides record funding for search and rescue groups.

Our government is listening to GSAR organizations and we’re working towards dedicated funding. This will ensure that volunteers have more time to train and prepare for emergencies, instead of having to organize fundraisers.   Learn more here https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019PSSG0029-000474

New supportive housing opens in Prince Rupert.

What a pleasure to open the Crow’s Nest Lodge this afternoon – 36 units of supportive housing with 24/7 wrap around services for those at risk of homelessness in #PrinceRupert. Click on the link to learn more. https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2019MAH0037-000331

Historic agreement signed in the Bella Coola Valley

Natural disasters don’t care about jurisdictional boundaries. This memorandum of understanding will help bring communities together to keep everyone safe and be better prepared for future disasters. Follow the link to learn more: https://www.coastmountainnews.com/…/historic-mou-signed-be…/

Paying tribute to Wild William Wesley

The All Native Basketball Tournament wrapped up last week and what a time to celebrate former ANBT competitor, current CFNR Network broadcaster and newest addition to the ANBT Hall of Fame, Wild William Wesley!