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Representing elected Green MLAs in British Columbia.
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We tried to improve Bill 31 by introducing 5 amendments.

The BC NDP stubbornly stuck to their interests - using limited clean electricity to liquefy fossil gas and mine some non-critical minerals.
We tried to improve Bill 31. The BC NDP stubbornly stuck to their interests - using limited clean electricity to liquefy fossil gas and mine some non-critical minerals. We introduced 7 amendments. The BC NDP voted against: improving transparency and accountability allowing for open, clear criteria for allocation of electricity by a public utility adding heavy oil and bitumen pipelines to the list of rationed industries
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Cost overruns -- we saw how costs exploded on the fast-tracked Site C dam, and have serious concerns for the North Coast Transmission Line.
Cost overruns. The first two phases of the North Coast Transmission Line are projected to cost $6 billion, double the cost estimated just two years ago. We saw how costs exploded on the fast-tracked Site C dam, and have serious concerns that BC Hydro and the BC NDP have not learned from those mistakes – especially since they haven’t even calculated the cost of constructing Phase 3.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Fast-tracked construction, without the necessary BC Utilities Commission or Environmental Assessment Office process.
Fast-tracked construction. The North Coast Transmission Line won’t go through the necessary BC Utilities Commission or Environmental Assessment Office process, which exists to ensure transparent, rigorous oversight and First Nations consultation. The route of this transmission line crosses traplines, woodlots and waterways. It threatens habitat for at-risk wildlife, and comes within 200 metres of archaeological sites. A project this big deserves proper oversight and due process.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Another power-grab for Eby and his cabinet. Like Bill 7 and Bill 15, this legislation gives too much unchecked power to Cabinet. Electricity decisions should be overseen by independent organizations like the BC Utilities Commission. Bill 31 moves decision-making authority to cabinet – including the option to set electricity rates.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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We need a robust Electricity Allocation Framework, not piecemeal restrictions for handpicked industries.
We need a robust Electricity Allocation Framework, not piecemeal restrictions for handpicked industries. Regulations for power-hungry industries like cryptocurrency, AI and hydrogen production are a good start, but what about the massive electricity requirements for LNG & heavy oil exports? We need an independent, robust net-zero pathways assessment - so we ensure highest and best use of BC’s limited clean electricity.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Greenwashing dirty industries.
Greenwashing dirty industry Electrifying LNG export terminals doesn’t change the fact that exported LNG is worse for the cimate than coal. LNG harms our planet, harms our health, contributes to climate change, and won’t deliver the jobs or the economic boost that the BC NDP are promising.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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First Nations along Phase 3 of the transmission line weren't properly consulted
First Nations along Phase 3 of the transmission line’s route weren’t properly consulted. Bill 31 enables First Nations co-ownership for the North Coast Transmission Line. We support this concept, but the BC NDP have misrepresented the extent of their negotiation and consultation. Terms have not been agreed to by many of the Nations in Phase 1 and 2, and Gitanyow First Nation is not in any discussion for equity or ownership on Phase 3 of the transmission line, which runs through their territory.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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The North Coast Transmission Line is another subsidy for LNG.
Bill 31 is another subsidy for LNG The BC NDP have been clear: the North Coast Transmission Line will deliver electricity to LNG export terminals and mines, not to British Columbians. Now, LNG and mining companies get a heavily subsidized ride to connect to the power grid. That means the public – you and I – will pick up the tab, and corporations – some of which are owned by US billionaires – get a discount. We need to connect British Columbians to clean electricity. We don’t need another subsidy for resource extraction.
November 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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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
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The Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions rejected every single one. Now, Bill 31 falls short of providing the assurances British Columbians and BC Hydro ratepayers deserve.

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November 20, 2025 at 2:35 AM
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- improve transparency and accountability;
- allow for open, clear criteria for allocation of electricity by a public utility;
- and, add heavy oil and bitumen pipelines to the list of rationed industries.
November 20, 2025 at 2:35 AM
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Throughout the course of Bill 31’s progression through this House, the BC Greens proposed numerous amendments that would have improved the legislation, including measures to...
November 20, 2025 at 2:35 AM
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“There is no one-size-fits-all approach to responding to homelessness or substance-use challenges,” said BC Greens MLA Rob Botterell. "We're hopeful the government will continue to fund spaces like this, in addition to low-barrier supportive housing models across the province."
November 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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The recovery-oriented housing at 1153 Johnson St. is part of the BC Greens' 2025 CARGA Accord with the BC NDP. CARGA expanded funding for Heart & Hearth – the Homeless Encampment Action Response Team (HEART) and Homeless Encampment Action Response Temporary Housing (HEARTH).
November 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM