**From the BC Government Website** 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, …
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Skills training, job supports for those who need them most
**From the BC Government Website** **Originally published December 9, 2019** New programs throughout the province will support British Columbians who face multiple barriers to employment to build the skills they need to embark on new careers. “Skills training and …
New classrooms, child care facility for West Sechelt students, families
**From the BC Government Website** **Originally published December 2, 2019** Students at West Sechelt Elementary school will soon be out of portables and have a better learning experience with six brand-new classrooms. The project will also include a child …
Local MLA Nicholas Simons welcomes funding for the Roberts Creek Community Hall
**Originally published December 13, 2019** ROBERTS CREEK– New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons is welcoming $60,000 in capital project funding for the Roberts Creek Community Association to support a roof replacement for the Roberts Creek Community Hall. The association is one of …
Local MLA Nicholas Simons welcomes funding for capital projects in Powell River
**Originally published December 13, 2019** POWELL RIVER- New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons is welcoming $88,660 in capital project funding for two community organizations in Powell River. One $71,660 grant will go to the Inclusion Powell River Society and will support …
MLA Simons welcomes funding for local environmental and public safety organizations – Upper Coast
UPPER COAST (POWELL RIVER) – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons is welcoming $50,500 in funding for four not-for-profit organizations in Powell River. The organizations, which provide environmental and public safety services, are receiving funds through the Community Gaming Grants program. “These organizations do really …
MLA Simons welcomes funding for local environmental and public safety organizations – Lower Coast
LOWER COAST – New Democrat MLA Nicholas Simons is welcoming $213,600 in funding for seven not-for-profit organizations in the Sunshine Coast. The organizations, which provide environmental and public safety services, are receiving funds through the Community Gaming Grants program. “These organizations do really important …
Minister’s statement on passage of fuel price transparency act
**From the BC Government Website** **Originally published November 27, 2019** Bruce Ralston, Minister of Jobs, Trade and Technology, has issued the following statement on Bill 42, fuel price transparency act, 2019: “As a result of this new legislation that …
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Legislation to Bring Transparency to Fuel Industry, Gasoline Prices
**From the BC Government Website** Oil and gas companies in British Columbia will be forced to reveal to consumers how gas prices are set, as a result of new legislation that was introduced on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019. The fuel …