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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: More families benefitting from child care investments in B.C.
Families in B.C. deserve a break. With the economic uncertainty of Trump's unjustified tariffs coming on top of rising global inflation, it's getting harder to get by. That's why the provincial government is finding ways to help put money back in people's pockets. For parents, and especially mothers, child care is one ...
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Attracting doctors and nurses to B.C.
I know healthcare is top of mind for many people in B.C. As our province grows and ages, we, like many parts of Canada and the world, are facing challenges in our healthcare system. B.C.'s healthcare workforce is expanding, and more people are being connected to family doctors, but there's more to do. That's why our go...
Mar 19, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Protecting what matters most to British Columbians
Budget 2025 was delivered during the most consequential time in B.C. for many generations. The same morning, we were hit by unjustified tariffs from our largest trading partner, we introduced a budget that meets the moment, protecting jobs and the public services people need while preparing the province's economy to we...
Mar 12, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Standing up for British Columbians
Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on Canadian goods and 10% on energy, essentially declaring economic war. Now more than ever, we need to work together to support each other. I introduced a motion in the legislature so MLAs on all sides of the house could unite to support British Columbians by standing up to Trump a...
Mar 05, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Chilliwack cannot shoulder the province's homelessness crisis alone
Chilliwack is a close-knit farming community. Its residents are amongst the most tolerant and accommodating in our province. For years, its residents, businesses, and frontline organizations have gone above and beyond to support those in need-providing food, shelter, and aid. Organizations such as the Salvation Army, C...
Feb 08, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Chilliwack MLA responds to Chilliwack Teachers' Association op-ed
I appreciate the Chilliwack Teachers' Association (CTA) taking the time to engage with my op-ed and to highlight their commitment to public education. Collaboration and collegiality are indeed essential in delivering meaningful services to students, and I welcome the opportunity to work together to ensure the best outc...
Jan 20, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Chilliwack Teachers' Association responds to new MLA with a call for education accountability
Chilliwack Teachers' Association (CTA) President Reid Clark acknowledges the recent election of Heather Maahs to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. Our democratic institutions are important and strong, and while we don't always agree with one another, we know that collaborative and collegial relationships ar...
Jan 11, 2025
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Accountability, not just dollars, needed in B.C. education
The BC NDP government, much like their federal NDP-Liberal counterparts, seems to believe that simply throwing money at education will solve systemic issues. Former Premier Glen Clark once likened this approach to "shovelling money off the back of trucks," and Premier David Eby's government appears to be foll...
Dec 24, 2024
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: Drive safely in cone zones to save lives
Roadside workers help keep us all safe. We can return the favour when in Cone Zones. Every day, tens of thousands of roadside workers across British Columbia face significant danger just doing their jobs. Their workplace is mere metres from passing traffic. In some cases, orange cones are the only things between them a...
Oct 01, 2024
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YOUR PERSPECTIVE: A message from Governor General Mary Simon
Happy Canada Day! There is so much to be proud of in this country.I have seen Canadians acting with kindness and compassion. I have seen examples of Canadian ingenuity, bravery, innovation and success. And I have seen our commitment to creating a better world by building bridges of understanding. I applaud every action...
Jul 01, 2024
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