“This new accessible playground is a great addition to Bella Coola Elementary and the larger school community,” said MLA Rice. “The previous BC Liberal government chose to put the burden of fundraising for school playgrounds on parents. I’m proud that …
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MLA Rice welcomes funding for local environmental and public safety organizations.
MLA Rice welcomes funding for local environmental and public safety organizations December 10, 2019 Posted in: Environment, Strong Communities Share PRINCE RUPERT – New Democrat MLA Jennifer Rice is welcoming $68,800 in funding for three not-for-profit organizations in the North Coast. …
BC Matters: Reconciliation, UNDRIP, and Gvúkva’áus Haíɫzaqv
Today, as we celebrate the passage of Bill 41, I wanted to share these reflections on what this legislation will mean for Reconciliation in BC. I want to thank the Heiltsuk Nation and my friends in Bella Bella for inviting …
Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 20th is the Transgender Day of Remembrance – a day to remember those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia. Today we remember the friends, family and neighbours who have been taken from their communities and we …
Attending the Opening of Metlakatla Seniors Housing
Fantastic experience attending the blessing ceremony for the Cedar Village Seniors Housing project, a partnership between BC Housing and the Metlakatla Development Corp. It’s a breathtaking building with spacious units, comfy common rooms and beautiful Tsimshian artwork throughout. Thank you …
Japanese buyer expands wood pellet contract with B.C.’s Pinnacle
Great news for Prince Rupert’s pellet terminal! Follow link to learn more.
Making UNDRIP law in British Columbia
This week your BC NDP Government tabled legislation that will make the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP) law in our province. Learn more here: https://declaration.gov.bc.ca/
Connectivity helps keep people safe on Haida Gwaii
Today I joined community leaders, Minister of Citizens Services Jinny Sims and representatives from Telus to celebrate connectivity in Port Clements. In March of this year Telus completed construction of this cell tower, bringing high-speed wireless voice and Internet services …
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.