It’s official: BC’s 2024 election shattered the glass ceiling! It wasn’t a fluke—it’s due to the BC NDP’s Equity Mandate. Proud to have helped, along w/ many feminist activists. Read more in my op-ed: nationalnewswatch.com/2024/10/29/bc-… #nationlnewswatch via National Newswatch

I want to acknowledge the work of Vancouver Sun reporter Dan Fumano for bringing to light the work of student journalist Alyona Latsinnik, whose interview with this candidate had a big impact. Journalism matters, student journalism matters, educators and mentors matter. #bcpoli

A record 49 women were elected in B.C., the first time in the province’s history the legislature will have more women than men. There are 29 BIPOC MLAs elected as well. #bcpoli

Wonder how BC's legislature achieved its historic over 50% women in the legislature? The amazing BCNDP campaign manager Marie Della Mattia Marie Della Mattia tells it like it is! It took years of work to get to this gender equity moment in Canada. #bcpoli Hotel Pacifico Podcast

We lost one of the good ones today. Very grateful for John Horgan's service to our province and our country. And heartbroken he left us so young. My heart goes to his family. #bcpoli

On Dec. 6, 1989, 14 women were murdered at L’École Polytechnique in Montreal.   We must never forget their names, or the misogyny that fueled this deplorable act of violence. Together, we can end gender-based violence in all its forms and make BC a safer place for everyone.

I will miss Dan very much. I am not alone in my admiration and fondness for him. In his too-short life, he lifted many people up. His political style was accessible and relatable. He was a remarkable human, a fine British Columbian, and a New Democrat of the best kind. #bcpoli

The #BCLeg Canadian flag is flying at half-mast today to honour the life and memory of Dan Coulter, who served as an MLA from 2020 til 2024 and who passed away earlier this week.

You can take the boy out of Vancouver but you can’t take the Vancouver out of the boy - thanks Ryan Reynolds for all you do for our country and congratulations!

Grateful for our Canadian neighbors as they lend a helping hand in our time of need.

CAL FIRE has asked for a senior management team from BC Wildfire Service – They will be departing imminently. We're also working to send ground crews as part of a national response. California has been there for us, we will be there for them. That’s what good neighbours do.

Very good to see BC Health Minister Josie Osborne 🇨🇦 delivering treatment beds across BC for folks seeking help with their substance use. This is the kind of response families and communities are so eager to see. Wishing this program all the best of success.

Happy belated birthday, Dan Coulter. You are very much missed.

The days are long these days, and my deep appreciation goes to leaders in government and civil society who are leaning in to tackle our big challenges. Thank you Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Premier David Eby for good conversation.

I am so glad to see Lucy Maloney champion pedestrian and cycling safety, and the city infrastructure and services that help people feel safe and BE safe in our city. She is a fierce advocate and solutions-oriented, and has my full support for her bid for City Council!

The #Junos have an award for Music Teacher of the Year…how great is that??? ...#CanadaStrong

Uh, yeah. Music teachers keep our kids alive. Thank you to all the nominees, but also to all the music teachers out there.

Vancouver’s councils are elected by voters living in “superwards”, as demonstrated by community centres in the with the longest line-ups in today’s by-election. #vanpoli

To align with the fed government, BC is changing the name of Air Quality Advisories to Air Quality Warnings. Air quality messaging will help people understand how to protect their health. Air Quality Subscription Service - Province of British Columbia www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/en…

Anyone else following the conclave vote? I'm wondering if they're using the First Past the Pope electoral system?