North Island BC Liberal candidate Norm Facey introducing Andrew Wilkinson in Campbell River this morning. Liberal candidates Helen Poon and Brennan Day are also there. #bcpoli#bcvotes
Andrew Wilkinson says he was a doctor in Campbell River for 3 years. Wilkinson says economists support getting rid of the PST. #bcpoli#bcvotes
On better ways to spend the PST like expanding expanding child care, or aid programs, Wilkinson says governments around the world are running deficits. Says will announce child care plan in the coming week. #bcpoli#bcvotes
Wilkinson says it's a false idea that you can cut both the PST and support childcare. It's still unclear how big a deficit the Liberals will run. #bcpoli#covid19bc
On addressing Strathcona Park tent city, Wilkinson says it is appalling what is happening. "This has got to stop, we need to reestablish some order in our society." #bcpoli#bcvotes
Wilkinson says it is not acceptable to have communities under siege. #bcpoli#covid19bc
On PST cut being a desperate move, Wilkinson says just like a wartime economy it is time to focus government on what is best for people and build confidence. #bcpoli#bcvotes
Wilkinson says the PST cut "will not lead to any reduction fo services in British Columbia." #bcpoli#bcvotes
On plan to get budget back into balance, Wilkinson the goal is to get balance 'someday soon'. Liberal leader says it is time to give people some hope to find opportunities. #bcpoli#bcvotes
On keeping tax on vapes, Wilkinson says they do not want people to start using vape products. Says tax is still on luxury vehicles. #bcpoli#bcvotes
On having to go on deck starting tomorrow on some BC Ferries, Wilkinson says he doesn't want to see anyone die from a marine crash. Says we should get expertise from marine safety experts. #bcpoli#bcvotes
Wilkinson says there needs to be a full explanation of why it is safer to the deck and not stay in covered area in vehicle. #bcpoli#bcvotes
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John Rustad was on with Jordan Peterson. Here is a summary of the first hour. #bcpoli
BC is vulnerable right now because we don't produce enough food here. Rustad says we produce only 1/3 of the food we consume. #bcpoli
Rustad is a strong proponent of BC's LNG industry and supplying gas to other counties. Conservative leader says we can't just focus on wind and solar. "We need to get to nuclear." #bcpoli
NEW - Flu vaccines will be available for the general population in BC starting on October 11, after the Thanksgiving long weekend. #bcpoli
The BC government is preparing for a surge in both COVID and flu in November and December.
The COVID-19 projections suggest up to 700 additional patients may require hospitalization in the coming months. There are currently around 350 people in hospital. #bcpoli
The influenza projections here suggest a peak of up to 1,200 additional patients may require hospitalization for a few weeks over the coming months.
The province is planning 1,500 more beds, if needed, through late fall into early spring. #bcpoli
David Eby's housing policy is massive and would mark a significant shift for the current government.
Here are some of the highlights including a BC housing flipping tax. #bcpoli#bchousing
The Flipping Tax would apply on the sale of a residential property. The tax rate goes down to zero the longer the property is held. #bcpoli
The tax will be highest for those who hold properties for the shortest period of time, and phases out after two years. The tax will include exemptions for life circumstances due to, for example, death, employment loss, divorce, or disability. #bcpoli
Alright, the people have spoken.
Here we go.
NEW - The fall booster COVID-19 campaign will kick off in BC this week. The bivalent vaccine will be available in more than 500 pharmacies across BC by the end of the week. #bcpoli
Health Minister Adrian Dix says 92% of British Columbians have received at least two COVID-19 vaccine doses. #bcpoli
NEW - Starting in October the province will be providing the bivalent vaccine for COVID alongside the flu shot. The flu shot can be booked through the Get Vaccinated campaign in the fall. #bcpoli
Here is a quick thread about BC Place/Vancouver playing host to World Cup 2026 games.
The expectation now is BC will find out next week if Vancouver will be allowed back into the bid book.
The sense is FIFA will give thumbs up to Vancouver. #bcpoli
Once Vancouver gets the thumbs up, that will mean 3 Canadian cities are being considered for 10 games.
Edmonton, Toronto and Vancouver all want at least 4 or 5 games.
Making it work financially with 2 or 3 games is very tough. #bcpoli
Vancouver and Toronto are the FIFA favourites. Bigger cities, with greater international reach.
They have both been successful hosts for FIFA before for U20 and Women's World Cups. #bcpoli
NEW - British Columbia will NO LONGER be requiring vaccination in the extended health care system. The commitment has been paused and it is unclear if this may happen eventually. Instead employees must show vaccination status by March 31. #bcpoli
Dr. Henry says this is based on consultation with the regulated health care professions. Mentions there has been a delay on Novovax vaccine arriving in BC. #bcpoli
Henry says there will be a 'measured approach' with each college. "This is different than our original vision." #bcpoli