Tag: BC Provincial Politics
Cowichan Conversations: Alexandra Morton — More Trouble on Our Coastal Fish Farms
Alexandra Morton-Marine Biologist Hello Last week I returned to Gold River with three dedicated and intrepid friends. We were there to ground truth the statement by the CEO of Grieg Seafood, Morten Vike that the salmon in his pens in beautiful Nootka Sound are “fine.” After two days and extraordinary
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Rafe Mair: Mount Polley Mine Proves Liberal “De-Regulation” Doesn’t Work
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger Today we are facing matters of tremendous significance from the Ukraine conflict to the Israeli right wing militants genocidal attack on the Palestinian’s. We are seeing the meltdown horror show in Iraq and at home the predictable but still disastrous environmental disaster at Mount Polley. One common
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Government allowed massive production, toxin increase at Mount Polley Mine before tailings pond disaster
This man made catastrophe is the result of Mine owners Imperial Metals greed, and unbelievable disregard for the environment, wildlife and people of BC. The blame is to be shared with the Christy Clark government and Minister of Energy & Mines Bill Bennett whose callous disregard for regulatory protection contributed to
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Duke Point Cited As LNG Shipping Point For Island Fracked Gas
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger Several months back Cowichan Conversations contributor Don Maroc posted this story about potential LNG fracking on the island. Stories in Nanaimo media point to an ambitious future for Duke Point expansion including facilitating the shipment of LNG to Asia. CC readers please continue forwarding any information that
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Mount Polley Mine Spill in Cariboo -Environmental Disaster
An environmental disaster brings bad news for the Cariboo region following a massive spill from copper and gold mine near Likely, BC. Here is a report from CBC News The Vancouver-based mining company whose tailings pond dam failed Monday, sending five million cubic metres of effluent flowing out into waterways
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Toxic Algae Bloom Leaves 500,000 Without Drinking Water in Ohio
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger Water shortages are a serious concern in the Cowichan Valley with record low levels in the Cowichan River threatening salmon survival. Water use regulations restricting use have been kicked into place throughout the valley as we pray for rain. Yes, it is a challenge and one that
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Cowichan Conversations Registered 60,538 Visits in July
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger I am delighted to report that there were 60, 538 visits to Cowichan Conversations in July. That is a record and follows a trend of steadily increasing viewers. Thank you for dropping by and especially to those who leave comments. The comments section is moderated and yes,
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: SaskPower To Uninstall Smart Meters Due To Safety Issues
Imagine this happening in BC! The BCNDP Opposition had raised concerns about safety and the overall approach taken by BC Hydro under direction of the BC Liberals. Now this… REGINA – SaskPower has announced that they are removing all the smart meters that were installed in the province. The minister
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Former Enbridge Lobbyist Named New Head of B.C. Government Communications Branch
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger During the Dog Days of Summer few are paying attention to the political scene, but that is often when they sneak through programs, reports and in this case a shocking appointment that will not be glossed over no matter how hot it is. Ms Premier Christy Clark
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Rafe asks: Is ‘lying’ too strong a word for Clark Libs’ LNG fibs?
Rafe Mair has struggled with our Premier’s lack of ‘truthiness’ when it comes to the straight goods on LNG. If it were not so serious it would be downright hilarious. Most are not prepared, especially on big issues, to face fabricated stories from the make believe ‘Christy Clark World
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Bob Williams on Voice of BC- Vaughn Palmer
Bob Williams Bob Williams was the intellect and a driving force behind the BC NDP government that ran from 1972 to 1975. In that short time that Dave Barrett government accomplished more than any government before of since. Corky Evans Mr. Williams is a Board Member of Vancity, one of
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: So Many Problems in the Peace River Country Over Gas Extraction and Nobody Seems to Care.
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger This personal report had been making the rounds of listserves and recently was released for public viewing. Leona Green is fighting back and speaking truth to the ‘Natural Gas’ establishment, government officials and opposition politicians. The following information took over two months to compile by contacting
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: NDP Continue Blocking Members Seeking Nominations
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger Long time New Democrat Laurie Gourlay, MLA Doug Routley’s-Nanaimo-North Cowichan’s Constituency Assistant, was blocked from competing for the nomination in Nanaimo-Ladysmith. He was the second and one of 14 across Canada. Here is his opinion piece that ruffled the somewhat jumpy and trigger happy NDP National Director
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: NDP Leader John Horgan Has Been Preparing For Change in British Columbia
Richard Hughes-Political Blogger John Horgan is a man on a mission to bring a balanced and progressive style of government to beleagured British Columbia. It is no small feat, but if there is a more capable and motivated political leader in Canada today, I am hard pressed to know who
Continue readingCowichan Conversations: Cowichan NDP MLA Bill Routley Stands Up For Teachers and Children
Cowichan MLA Bill Routley addresses the challenge nd unfairness facing teachers in BC today
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