B.C. Green Caucus
@bcgreencaucus.bsky.social
Representing elected Green MLAs in British Columbia.
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Instead of confronting the fundamental problem, voluntary care is being overshadowed. Many people requiring involuntary treatment were once less sick, but were unable to access voluntary care when they needed it.
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Today the BC NDP introduced Bill 31, the Mental Health Amendment Act, in response to an ongoing court case.
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
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Our statement ⬇️
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
#bcpoli
Our statement ⬇️
BC Greens question when the BC NDP will implement a full review of the Mental Health Act instead of tinkering around the edges - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – The BC Greens say the BC NDP’s move to amend Section 31 of the Mental Health Act is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involunta...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 25, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Instead of confronting the fundamental problem, voluntary care is being overshadowed. Many people requiring involuntary treatment were once less sick, but were unable to access voluntary care when they needed it.
#bcpoli
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Today the BC NDP introduced Bill 31, the Mental Health Amendment Act, in response to an ongoing court case.
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
#bcpoli
Our statement ⬇️
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
#bcpoli
Our statement ⬇️
BC Greens question when the BC NDP will implement a full review of the Mental Health Act instead of tinkering around the edges - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – The BC Greens say the BC NDP’s move to amend Section 31 of the Mental Health Act is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involunta...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 25, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Today the BC NDP introduced Bill 31, the Mental Health Amendment Act, in response to an ongoing court case.
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
#bcpoli
Our statement ⬇️
The BC Greens say the move is an opportunistic effort to protect its defence of involuntary treatment.
#bcpoli
Our statement ⬇️
The BC NDP claim Bill 31 addresses climate change and supports First Nations partnerships. Here’s why they’re wrong:
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November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
The BC NDP claim Bill 31 addresses climate change and supports First Nations partnerships. Here’s why they’re wrong:
#bcpoli #fasttrackedprojects #cdnpoli
#bcpoli #fasttrackedprojects #cdnpoli
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My letter to the Speaker, regarding the increasing use of disrespectful and offensive language and behaviour unbecoming of elected members of the Legislative Assembly.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:21 PM
My letter to the Speaker, regarding the increasing use of disrespectful and offensive language and behaviour unbecoming of elected members of the Legislative Assembly.
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When there are threats to progress on reconciliation, we must respond with immediate and proportionate action.
The BC Greens are calling on the NDP government to implement a Three-Point Reconciliation Plan.
“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
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“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
#bcpoli
BC Greens Call on NDP to immediately implement Three-Point Reconciliation Plan with Opposition support - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2025 VICTORIA B.C. – The BC Greens are calling on the NDP government to implement a Three-Point Reconciliation Plan. “Since the release of the Cowichan Title decisio...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 20, 2025 at 6:48 PM
When there are threats to progress on reconciliation, we must respond with immediate and proportionate action.
The BC Greens are calling on the NDP government to implement a Three-Point Reconciliation Plan.
“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
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“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
#bcpoli
BC Greens Call on NDP to immediately implement Three-Point Reconciliation Plan with Opposition support - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2025 VICTORIA B.C. – The BC Greens are calling on the NDP government to implement a Three-Point Reconciliation Plan. “Since the release of the Cowichan Title decisio...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
The BC Greens are calling on the NDP government to implement a Three-Point Reconciliation Plan.
“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
#bcpoli
“We believe this 3-point plan can reset the tone, reduce tensions, and allow the land question to be addressed in the legislature with First Nations in a depoliticized way,” said MLA Botterell.
#bcpoli
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Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendment Act, has passed 3rd Reading. The final vote was 46-46, and the speaker broke the tie in favour of government.
Here's why we voted against it:
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Here's why we voted against it:
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BC Greens vote against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – Statement from BC Green MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky Jeremy Valeriote on voting against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act: “Thr...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 20, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendment Act, has passed 3rd Reading. The final vote was 46-46, and the speaker broke the tie in favour of government.
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
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The BC Greens want British Columbians to access this province’s clean energy advantage.
But the BC NDP have made it clear that the North Coast Transmission Line is being advanced primarily as a public subsidy for LNG projects, rather than as a long-term investment in BC’s clean energy future.
But the BC NDP have made it clear that the North Coast Transmission Line is being advanced primarily as a public subsidy for LNG projects, rather than as a long-term investment in BC’s clean energy future.
Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendment Act, has passed 3rd Reading. The final vote was 46-46, and the speaker broke the tie in favour of government.
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
BC Greens vote against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – Statement from BC Green MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky Jeremy Valeriote on voting against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act: “Thr...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 20, 2025 at 2:41 AM
The BC Greens want British Columbians to access this province’s clean energy advantage.
But the BC NDP have made it clear that the North Coast Transmission Line is being advanced primarily as a public subsidy for LNG projects, rather than as a long-term investment in BC’s clean energy future.
But the BC NDP have made it clear that the North Coast Transmission Line is being advanced primarily as a public subsidy for LNG projects, rather than as a long-term investment in BC’s clean energy future.
Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendment Act, has passed 3rd Reading. The final vote was 46-46, and the speaker broke the tie in favour of government.
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
BC Greens vote against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 19, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – Statement from BC Green MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky Jeremy Valeriote on voting against Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendments Act: “Thr...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 20, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Bill 31, the Energy Statutes Amendment Act, has passed 3rd Reading. The final vote was 46-46, and the speaker broke the tie in favour of government.
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
Here's why we voted against it:
bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-vo...
People in recovery in Victoria who are experiencing homelessness or leaving supportive housing will soon have a safe place to stay, with the Province, the BC Greens, the City and the Victoria Cool Aid Society partnering to deliver recovery-oriented homes downtown.
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CARGA UPDATE: New homes in Victoria support people in recovery - BC Green Caucus
People in recovery in Victoria who are experiencing homelessness or leaving supportive housing will soon have a safe place to stay, with the Province, the City and the Victoria Cool Aid Society partne...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM
People in recovery in Victoria who are experiencing homelessness or leaving supportive housing will soon have a safe place to stay, with the Province, the BC Greens, the City and the Victoria Cool Aid Society partnering to deliver recovery-oriented homes downtown.
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Hey @arzeena.bsky.social ICYMI the Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program is opening its next round of applications for eligible farmers and communities.
💦Drought Preparedness 💪💦
(Arzeena Hamir is the B.C. Greens’ expert on small scale independent agriculture)
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💦Drought Preparedness 💪💦
(Arzeena Hamir is the B.C. Greens’ expert on small scale independent agriculture)
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B.C. helps farms with solutions for water storage
Farmers and communities throughout B.C. are becoming better equipped for drought with ongoing support to help improve their management, delivery and storage of water for agricultural purposes.
news.gov.bc.ca
November 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Hey @arzeena.bsky.social ICYMI the Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program is opening its next round of applications for eligible farmers and communities.
💦Drought Preparedness 💪💦
(Arzeena Hamir is the B.C. Greens’ expert on small scale independent agriculture)
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
💦Drought Preparedness 💪💦
(Arzeena Hamir is the B.C. Greens’ expert on small scale independent agriculture)
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
When MLA Jeremy Valeriote toured the proposed route of the PRGT pipeline this summer, he learned from residents that they'd been denied a Health Impact Study because there weren't enough "human receptors" to justify one.
Today, he brought those concerns to the legislature in Victoria.
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Today, he brought those concerns to the legislature in Victoria.
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Nov 18, 2025 - MLA Valeriote on "human receptors" and the health impacts of LNG
YouTube video by BC Green Caucus
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November 19, 2025 at 1:38 AM
When MLA Jeremy Valeriote toured the proposed route of the PRGT pipeline this summer, he learned from residents that they'd been denied a Health Impact Study because there weren't enough "human receptors" to justify one.
Today, he brought those concerns to the legislature in Victoria.
#bcpoli
Today, he brought those concerns to the legislature in Victoria.
#bcpoli
The BC Greens voted against Bill M216, Professional Reliance Act, at 2nd Reading, but the bill still passed to Committee Stage. Because this is a Private Members Bill, the public is welcome to provide input.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:23 AM
The BC Greens voted against Bill M216, Professional Reliance Act, at 2nd Reading, but the bill still passed to Committee Stage. Because this is a Private Members Bill, the public is welcome to provide input.
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Grateful to the grassroots organizers for bringing us all together to protect old growth forests and call out the government's broken promises -- here in Victoria, and across BC at simultaneous rallies. Both BC Green MLAs attended the Victoria rally while juggling duties in the legislature. #bcpoli
November 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Grateful to the grassroots organizers for bringing us all together to protect old growth forests and call out the government's broken promises -- here in Victoria, and across BC at simultaneous rallies. Both BC Green MLAs attended the Victoria rally while juggling duties in the legislature. #bcpoli
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Great step taken in B.C. via @sheilamalcolmsonbc.bsky.social @robbotterell.bsky.social @bcgreens.bsky.social @bcndpcaucus.bsky.social
Removal of spousal claw backs - brings dignity & respect to PWD in B.C.
#NoMorePovertyPWD (Persons With Disabilities) B.C.
Removal of spousal claw backs - brings dignity & respect to PWD in B.C.
#NoMorePovertyPWD (Persons With Disabilities) B.C.
November 14, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Great step taken in B.C. via @sheilamalcolmsonbc.bsky.social @robbotterell.bsky.social @bcgreens.bsky.social @bcndpcaucus.bsky.social
Removal of spousal claw backs - brings dignity & respect to PWD in B.C.
#NoMorePovertyPWD (Persons With Disabilities) B.C.
Removal of spousal claw backs - brings dignity & respect to PWD in B.C.
#NoMorePovertyPWD (Persons With Disabilities) B.C.
“Having a disability should not mean living in poverty, and we look forward to a broader review of social assistance and disability rates as part of the CARGA agreement this year,” said Green MLA Rob Botterell.
B.C. ends disability assistance clawback for couples : AM 1150
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November 15, 2025 at 6:49 PM
“Having a disability should not mean living in poverty, and we look forward to a broader review of social assistance and disability rates as part of the CARGA agreement this year,” said Green MLA Rob Botterell.
The B.C. NDP and B. C. Greens worked together on the initiative through their co-operation and responsible governance accord agreement. Rob Botterell, Saanich North MLA representing the Greens, said clawbacks put up roadblocks and he’s glad they’re ending.
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B.C. government ending spousal clawback for people on disability assistance - Nanaimo News Bulletin
Announcement made at Nanaimo Association for Community Living office Nov. 13
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November 14, 2025 at 1:02 AM
The B.C. NDP and B. C. Greens worked together on the initiative through their co-operation and responsible governance accord agreement. Rob Botterell, Saanich North MLA representing the Greens, said clawbacks put up roadblocks and he’s glad they’re ending.
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The major projects highlighted by the PM raise serious questions:
Ksi Lisims LNG does not represent the interests of British Columbians, and the Prime Minister’s message that fossil fuel projects, such as Ksi Lisims, are low carbon and aid the energy transition is flat-out greenwashing.
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Ksi Lisims LNG does not represent the interests of British Columbians, and the Prime Minister’s message that fossil fuel projects, such as Ksi Lisims, are low carbon and aid the energy transition is flat-out greenwashing.
#bcpoli
Federal and provincial governments more focused on reckless resource development than economic and climate solutions
Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
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Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
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BC Greens: Federal and provincial governments more focused on reckless resource development than economic and climate solutions - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – Statement from Jeremy Valeriote, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on the Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney: ...
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November 13, 2025 at 10:10 PM
The major projects highlighted by the PM raise serious questions:
Ksi Lisims LNG does not represent the interests of British Columbians, and the Prime Minister’s message that fossil fuel projects, such as Ksi Lisims, are low carbon and aid the energy transition is flat-out greenwashing.
#bcpoli
Ksi Lisims LNG does not represent the interests of British Columbians, and the Prime Minister’s message that fossil fuel projects, such as Ksi Lisims, are low carbon and aid the energy transition is flat-out greenwashing.
#bcpoli
Federal and provincial governments more focused on reckless resource development than economic and climate solutions
Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
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Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
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BC Greens: Federal and provincial governments more focused on reckless resource development than economic and climate solutions - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – Statement from Jeremy Valeriote, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on the Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney: ...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 13, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Federal and provincial governments more focused on reckless resource development than economic and climate solutions
Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
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Statement from @jervaler.bsky.social, BC Green MLA for West-Vancouver-Sea to Sky, on today's Major Projects Announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney
#bcpoli
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DROP THE PHONE. FORGET EVERYTHING. THIS IS HUGE.
I have called spousal clawbacks legislated poverty for years.
So many will be able to seek gainful employment, come out from illegal rental units, can get married and file taxes together, and more!
I'm crying on the inside for my PWD friends.
I have called spousal clawbacks legislated poverty for years.
So many will be able to seek gainful employment, come out from illegal rental units, can get married and file taxes together, and more!
I'm crying on the inside for my PWD friends.
CARGA UPDATE: BC Ends Spousal Caps and Clawbacks, Expanding Support for People Living with a Disability - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025NANAIMO, B.C. – The BC Greens and BC NDP have announced that, starting December 1, 2025, couples in which both partners receive disability payments will now rece...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 13, 2025 at 7:31 PM
DROP THE PHONE. FORGET EVERYTHING. THIS IS HUGE.
I have called spousal clawbacks legislated poverty for years.
So many will be able to seek gainful employment, come out from illegal rental units, can get married and file taxes together, and more!
I'm crying on the inside for my PWD friends.
I have called spousal clawbacks legislated poverty for years.
So many will be able to seek gainful employment, come out from illegal rental units, can get married and file taxes together, and more!
I'm crying on the inside for my PWD friends.
Dignity and freedom for people with disabilities should be nonpartisan!
We're very happy for all the friends who've advocated for this change, and whose lives will be a little easier starting next month.
We're very happy for all the friends who've advocated for this change, and whose lives will be a little easier starting next month.
Legitimately thinking of two of my dearest friends.
I aim to avoid partisanship generally (good candidates over parties), but: thank you @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social for making the lives of my friends a little easier and for demonstrating real political will that serves our communities.
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I aim to avoid partisanship generally (good candidates over parties), but: thank you @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social for making the lives of my friends a little easier and for demonstrating real political will that serves our communities.
#bcpoli
November 13, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Dignity and freedom for people with disabilities should be nonpartisan!
We're very happy for all the friends who've advocated for this change, and whose lives will be a little easier starting next month.
We're very happy for all the friends who've advocated for this change, and whose lives will be a little easier starting next month.
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Having a disability should not mean living in poverty, and we look forward to a broader review of social assistance and disability rates as part of the CARGA agreement this year.
#bcpoli
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Today is a good day. More work to do, but today is a good day.
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CARGA UPDATE: BC Ends Spousal Caps and Clawbacks, Expanding Support for People Living with a Disability - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025NANAIMO, B.C. – The BC Greens and BC NDP have announced that, starting December 1, 2025, couples in which both partners receive disability payments will now rece...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 13, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Having a disability should not mean living in poverty, and we look forward to a broader review of social assistance and disability rates as part of the CARGA agreement this year.
#bcpoli
#bcpoli
Today is a good day. More work to do, but today is a good day.
#bcpoli
bcgreencaucus.ca/carga-update...
#bcpoli
bcgreencaucus.ca/carga-update...
CARGA UPDATE: BC Ends Spousal Caps and Clawbacks, Expanding Support for People Living with a Disability - BC Green Caucus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025NANAIMO, B.C. – The BC Greens and BC NDP have announced that, starting December 1, 2025, couples in which both partners receive disability payments will now rece...
bcgreencaucus.ca
November 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Today is a good day. More work to do, but today is a good day.
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bcgreencaucus.ca/carga-update...
BC Green MLA @robbotterell.bsky.social is part of this cross-border forum for communities in the Salish Sea. It started in response to the pandemic, and has new purpose this year.
“Ironically, the higher levels of tension... has increased the commitment to deepen our relationships.”
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“Ironically, the higher levels of tension... has increased the commitment to deepen our relationships.”
#bcpoli
U.S. & Canadian leaders convene cross-border forum to strengthen collaboration & resilience - theOrcasonian.com
Building on a smaller virtual gathering in March 2025, the event reaffirmed the enduring spirit of cross-border cooperation and emphasized the vital role
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November 10, 2025 at 5:25 PM
BC Green MLA @robbotterell.bsky.social is part of this cross-border forum for communities in the Salish Sea. It started in response to the pandemic, and has new purpose this year.
“Ironically, the higher levels of tension... has increased the commitment to deepen our relationships.”
#bcpoli
“Ironically, the higher levels of tension... has increased the commitment to deepen our relationships.”
#bcpoli
Great piece by @zoeyunker.bsky.social featuring a few quotes from B.C. Green @jervaler.bsky.social
Bookmark it for your weekend read!
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Bookmark it for your weekend read!
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How the Abundance Movement Is Dividing the Left | The Tyee
Calls for fewer rules and faster building have found a progressive audience, including in the BC government.
thetyee.ca
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Great piece by @zoeyunker.bsky.social featuring a few quotes from B.C. Green @jervaler.bsky.social
Bookmark it for your weekend read!
#bcpoli
thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...
Bookmark it for your weekend read!
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thetyee.ca/News/2025/11...