Category Archives: press release
GOVERNMENT SHOULD PUT THE BRAKES ON LATEST SAYS OFFICIAL OPPOSITION
For Immediate Release Nov. 25, 2011 Latest increase not even allowed under current legislation, say Official Opposition VICTORIA – Friday’s B.C. Ferries announcement of a new fuel surcharge increase seems to violate current legislation and the Government should put a … Continue reading
Filed under Community, ferries, press release, rural bc, transportation
Official Opposition Unveils Bill to Protect Seniors
For Immediate Release Nov. 3, 2011 Bill would create a new Representative for Seniors VICTORIA – This week’s stories about poor treatment and neglect of seniors at residential facilities are just the latest examples showing the need for an independent … Continue reading
Filed under press release, seniors, Uncategorized
MLA Gary Coons and MP Nathan Cullen encourage communities to support local Olympic qualifier
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 1, 2011 PRINCE RUPERT – MLA Gary Coons and MP Nathan Cullen would like to congratulate Adrian Liu, on being eligible to compete in the 2012 summer Olympics in London. “Adrian has been a dedicated athlete … Continue reading
Filed under Community, press release
New Democrats Urge Christy ClarkTo Extend Compensation To All Woodlands Shcool Survivors
For Immediate Release August 1, 2011 Leader Adrian Dix indicates that as Premier he will overturn decision to exclude students who suffered abuse pre-1974 from settlement VANCOUVER - In the interest of justice, the Christy Clark Liberal government should stop using … Continue reading
Filed under Community, press release, social issues, Uncategorized
Community Leaders question Coastguard’s commitment to safety
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2011 Community Leaders question Coastguard’s commitment to safety North Coast MLA Gary Coons and MP for Skeena-Bulkley Valley Nathan Cullen are calling on Ottawa to clearly communicate their intentions concerning the North Coast’s … Continue reading
Filed under featured, fisheries, press release, Reported Elsewhere, rural bc, Uncategorized
Coastal Lighthouse Destaffing Must be Stopped
The Federal Government plan to de-staff 27 lightstations (maps below) on the West Coast is outrageous and need to be reversed. Coast Guard officials admit they’re planning to automate all light stations and are currently discussing plans with staff. “The … Continue reading
Filed under Community, featured, press release, Reported Elsewhere, transportation
100 Questions B.C Liberals answer on B.C Rail Corruption Trial and Sale
VICTORIA – New Democrat leader Carole James is asking the B.C. Liberals to immediately answer 100 questions related to the B.C. Rail corruption trial and the sell-off of the crown corporation in violation of their election promise. In the absence … Continue reading
Filed under Community, press release, Reported Elsewhere, transportation
Statement on 9th Anniversary of Minimum Wage Freeze
Today is the anniversary of the last time that the lowest paid workers in B.C got a pay increase…however, this was 9 years ago. Since then, every other province except for B.C has raised the minimum wage. The Liberal government … Continue reading
Filed under Community, economy, press release, publication
Oil n’ Water Don’t Mix
Today at the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) conference in Whistler, delegates voted for two crucial motions which will put pressure on the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline. (Northern View October 1,2010) First, the UBCM voted to urge the federal … Continue reading
Filed under Community, economy, environment, featured, First Nations, press release
Disaster Financial Assistance Programs for Flood Victims
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DISASTER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General On September 27,2010, the Province approved Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) to help individuals impacted by recent flooding as a result of heavy rains in the following areas: … Continue reading
Filed under Community, emergency, environment, press release, transportation