The NDP's Public Safety critic says the sudden move by Ottawa to rubber stamp raises for the Mounties while keeping BC in the dark, is shocking. Kathy Corrigan says it completely contrary to an recent RCMP contract signing where a new relationship was stressed by both sides. She said "and then we find out even as they are talking I … [Read more...]
The NDP’s Public Safety critic is “astounded” by the surprise RCMP pay hikes from Ottawa.
April 5, 2012 by
The NDP Energy critic says something isn’t right, as BC Hydro removes 1000 Smart Meters.
March 21, 2012 by
BC Hydro is taking newly installed smart meters off of 1000 homes and re-installing another meter in its place. Hydro initially saying they were checking the meters for accuracy and there 'might' be some kind of an issue. The news had NDP Energy critic John Horgan outraged, after hearing complaints about billing.. He said … [Read more...]
London Critic Awards & BAFTA Noms
January 22, 2012 by
Michel Hazanavicius’ "The Artist" walked away with three trophies at the London Film Critics’ Circle Awards last night, winning for film of the year, director and best actor (Jean Dujardin) says Variety. Meryl Streep ("The Iron Lady") and Anna Paquin ("Margaret") tied for best actress while Michael Fassbender ("A Dangerous Method" & "Shame") … [Read more...]
NDP tourism critic calling out Liberals for leaky stadium roof
January 13, 2012 by
BC Place officials say we shouldn't be alarmed that the stadium's new roof continues to leak. But the NDP's tourism critic points out the problem should've been fixed by now. Spencer Chandra Herbert says, "PavCo and the BC Liberals said in September that the leak was temporary, it would be all fixed up in a week or two. Here we are … [Read more...]
The NDP Education critic calls the expense of mailing out report cards a “waste.”
December 6, 2011 by
The NDP Education critic says the money being spent on sending out mostly blank report cards is a "complete waste." But Robin Austin says the government has very few options in the situation. Austin says "Because the School Act stipulated report cards going out and of course the Industrial Relations Board had ruled that … [Read more...]
NDP’s Energy Critic weighs in after governments agree on review process for proposed Site C dam
October 2, 2011 by
The NDP's Energy Critic is cautiously optimistic after the provincial and federal governments agreed on one review process for the proposed Site 'C' dam. John Horgan says what is important is a very thorough scientific review examining the environmental impacts of the dam. He says while a unified review between Ottawa and Victoria is … [Read more...]
NDP critic criticizes the Premier over the Stanley Cup Riot
September 26, 2011 by
The NDP are trying to drag the Premier back into the Stanley CUP Riot story as they accuse her of saying one thing and doing another. Solicitor General Critic Kathy Corrigan says over 100 days later and still no charges for any suspected rioter has her concerned. Corrigan says the Premier didn't step up to help with policing costs … [Read more...]
Critic wants more detail
September 22, 2011 by
NDP Ferry critic Gary Coons is calling on BC Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom to intervene after BC Ferries claims it doesn't have documents that detail the crown corporation's decision to end its sponsorship agreement with the Vancouver Canucks. BC Ferries says the decision was made verbally, "And again, what we've seen with BC Ferries under … [Read more...]
Social Development critic joins families at morning protest
September 21, 2011 by
The NDP Social Development critic is joining a group of upset parents outside the minister's office this morning.Nicholas Simons says parents aren't happy with Community Living BC closing group homes for those with developmental disabilities. He says, "so many of these parents are just absolutely worried about the future of … [Read more...]
