by adamolsen | Apr 26, 2021 | 42-1, Blog, Question Period, Video
We see examples of jurisdictions around the world who are effectively using rapid testing regimes to identify asymptomatic COVID-19 cases. This information can be used to better inform government decision-making. The provincial government has 2.7 million rapid...
by adamolsen | Apr 25, 2021 | 42-1, Blog, Video
In her budget speech Finance Minister Selina Robinson told British Columbians that her fiscal plan is proof that the BC NDP “has our backs.” “Making life more affordable” is an oft-used BC NDP refrain in their throne speeches, budgets and...
by adamolsen | Apr 22, 2021 | 42-1, Blog, Environment, Statement, Video
I had the honour of responding on behalf of the BC Green Caucus to the Statement from Minister George Heyman on Earth Day. [Transcript] Today on Earth Day national governments are meeting to announce new climate targets. They acknowledge that a certain amount of...
by adamolsen | Apr 22, 2021 | 42-1, Blog, Question Period, Video
During the snap election last fall Premier John Horgan promised to implement all the recommendations from his Old Growth Review Panel and a paradigm shift in landscape and ecosystem management. I expected to see these promises reflected in budget 2021. So, it came as...
by adamolsen | Apr 20, 2021 | 42-1, Blog, Environment, Question Period, Video
I have heard frustration from my constituents on the Southern Gulf Islands with the ongoing clear-cut logging in their communities since my election as the provincial representative of Saanich North and the Islands in 2017. Entire forests are falling. Working with my...
