Monthly Archives: March 2008
Let’s Slow Down the Rush to Develop New Independent Power Projects
North Coast MLA Gary Coons is joining New Democrats across the province who are calling for a moratorium on future private power projects until an independent investigation into their social and environmental costs and benefits is completed. He also wants … Continue reading
Filed under economy, environment, press release
Bella Coola Agriculture Society Deserves Praise and Support
The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agriculture Society deserves recognition for its promotion of local food production, says North Coast MLA Gary Coons. “The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agriculture Society is proof positive that a small group of dedicated citizens can … Continue reading
Filed under press release, rural bc
Lawsuit Demonstrates that BC Ferries is Ignoring the Heroes of Hartley Bay
Ever since the sinking of the Queen of the North BC Ferries has consistently refused to take their responsibility towards the people of Hartley Bay seriously, says North Coast MLA Gary Coons. The corporation has refused to fully implement the … Continue reading
Filed under press release
Coons Excited About North Coast Salmon Farm Ban
Today’s announcement by Agriculture Minister Pat Bell that fish farm expansion will be halted 150 km from the mouth of the Skeena River is good news, says North Coast MLA Gary Coons. “I’m glad to see that this government … Continue reading
Filed under environment, press release
Coons Supports Tougher Rules for Lobbyists
North Coast MLA Gary Coons is glad that the New Democrat Opposition will be bringing forward new legislation to strengthen rules governing the activity of government lobbyists and to extend conflict of interest laws, as announced yesterday by BC NDP … Continue reading
Filed under press release, Uncategorized
Passengers and Familes need Answers, not Flip-Flops, about Ferry Sinking
British Columbians deserve a straight answer from the Campbell government about whether or not there will be a public inquiry into the sinking of the Queen of the North, the New Democrats said today. “The public, passengers and victims’ families … Continue reading
Filed under Uncategorized
How Should We Use Our Climate Change Dividends?
What should I do with my $100 climate change dividend? Well, some of you might have heard that the wise accountants in the Legislature have decided to give everyone in B.C. a $100 buy off, I mean, climate change dividend … Continue reading
Filed under op-ed
NDP Calls for Independent Inquiry into Fatal Ferry Sinking
The Campbell government should establish an independent inquiry to fully investigate the circumstances that led to the sinking of the Queen of the North, says New Democrat Leader Carole James. “We need a thorough inquiry that provides the public with … Continue reading
Filed under ferries, press release
Quadra Island Protest Shows Wide Support for Ferry Fare Freeze
More than 80 per cent of residents of Quadra Island have signed a petition calling on the Campbell Liberal government to freeze ferry fares and review the Coastal Ferry Act. Frustrated business leaders and community members rode the ferry to … Continue reading
Filed under Uncategorized
Are the Sacred Headwaters Going to be Sacrificed to Feed Tar Sands Production?
The Athabasca Oil Sands are the largest single source of greenhouse gases in Canada. They are also one of the largest users of methane, also known as natural gas. Bitumen extraction is an energy intensive process that requires between 700 … Continue reading
Filed under environment, op-ed