Budget 2020 moves British Columbia forward by building the infrastructure the growing province needs, supporting thousands of new jobs, strengthening investments in health and education and making life more affordable for everyone. “From new roads, hospitals, housing, schools and child …
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Better access to affordable, quality child care for Victoria families
Child care is getting less expensive and easier to find in Victoria as the Province invests in 260 new spaces to give more parents the option to return to work, go back to school or pursue other opportunities. Morning routines …
Office pilot helps people work close to home, tackles traffic congestion
A new mobile office pilot program for government workers who live in the Westshore will help reduce congestion, get commuters out of gridlock and give people more time with their families. “Making life better for people and tackling climate change …
View Royal students, families have fun with new accessible playground
Winter is approaching fast, but that is not stopping kids at Eagle View Elementary from being active and staying healthy outdoors with their brand new, safe, modern and accessible playground. This playground was funded by a $105,000 provincial investment from …
New mixed-income housing for families coming to View Royal
People in need of affordable rental housing in View Royal will have access to more than 150 new housing units following development of a new mixed-income housing project. Located at 1938 West Park Lane near Thetis Lake, the West Park …
E&N Rail Trail Humpback Connector first two phases complete
Great to see so many community partners out to celebrate the completion of Phases 1 and 2 of the E&N Rail Trail Humpback Connector. It is an important multi-use pathway that connects communities and neighbourhoods. The route greatly enhances safety …
Improving cancer care through better diagnostics for people on Vancouver Island
A new PET/CT scanner suite is now operational at the BC Cancer centre in Victoria. Cancer patients will no longer have to travel to the Lower Mainland for these diagnostic imaging scans. I was pleased to join with Premier John …
Government takes action on old growth, protects 54 groves with iconic trees
I was pleased to join with Minister Doug Donaldson, MLA for Stikine as he announced the province’s first step in a new approach to old-growth management. The B.C. government is protecting 54 exceptionally large and old trees, each surrounded by …
New rental homes for people with middle incomes in Colwood
Middle-income families will soon have nearly 50 new rental home options as ground breaks on a rental building in Colwood. “The old government left people in Colwood struggling to find a home they could afford,” said Mitzi Dean, MLA for …
CleanBC efficiency rebates make saving energy more affordable
British Columbians making energy-saving improvements to their homes can save thousands of dollars with new CleanBC efficiency rebates. “CleanBC efficiency rebates will save people money, create good jobs and help put B.C. on the path to a cleaner, better future,” …