Parliament Hill Wrap-up
June 18, 2009
Our regular political panel - joined by Rex Murphy - wraps up for the summer by picking the winners and losers of a raucous year on Parliament Hill.
http://www.cbc.ca/national/blog/video/at_issue/parliament_hill_wrapup.html
Posted: June 19th, 2009 under Premier Campbell.
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http://bcndpcaucus.ca/files/09-06-11shadowcabinet.pdf
Posted: June 11th, 2009 under NDP.
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VICTORIA– Premier Gordon Campbell appointed a new cabinet today to build a strong economic future, capitalize on hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and seize emerging global opportunities as Canada’s Pacific Gateway.
“The members of this executive council are proven leaders and, like all of their caucus colleagues, are ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work immediately to build a stronger province,” said Premier Campbell. “Together, we will focus on B.C.’s priorities of building the economy, creating jobs and continuing to enhance critical services like health and education.
“This is an important time in B.C.’s history, filled both with challenges and opportunities. The members of our new cabinet are dedicated to meeting those challenges and seizing those opportunities on behalf of all British Columbians. We will build on the strong foundation we’ve forged together over the last eight years and create an even brighter future.”
The new members of the provincial cabinet are Randy Hawes, Kash Heed, Margaret MacDiarmid, Mary McNeil, Ben Stewart, Moira Stilwell, Steve Thomson, Naomi Yamamoto and John Yap.
Mike de Jong is the Government house leader and George Abbott is the deputy house leader. Bill Barisoff will be the Government Caucus nominee for Speaker and Linda Reid the nominee for Deputy Speaker.
“We will continue to work with B.C.’s First Nations to strengthen and build on our new relationship, which will create certainty and economic opportunity for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal British Columbians alike,” said Premier Campbell. “In just 247 days, B.C. and Canada will welcome the world for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This is an unprecedented opportunity to market our province and its people to the world, and create new growth right here in British Columbia. Our cabinet will work to take advantage of this opportunity and to continue building our province as Canada’s Gateway to the Asia Pacific.”
Premier Campbell also named six MLAs as parliamentary secretaries: Donna Barnett, Dave Hayer, Terry Lake, Richard T. Lee, John Rustad and John Slater.
http://www.gov.bc.ca/premier/cabinet_ministers
Posted: June 10th, 2009 under British Columbia.
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Premier Gordon Campbell will name his new Cabinet Wednesday June 10th, the Legislature will reconvene August 25th, and there will be a new B-C Budget on September 1st.
Posted: June 8th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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BC Election Results by Candidate: http://results.elections.bc.ca/GE-2009-05-12_Candidate.html
Posted: May 13th, 2009 under Provincial Election.
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Premier Gordon Campbell thanked supporters, candidates and all British Columbians last night for electing a BC Liberal government to a third term.
“I want to thank British Columbians for having such tremendous confidence in our province and for having faith in a BC Liberal team committed to moving B.C. forward.
“It is an honour and a privilege to serve British Columbians and I want to thank the millions of people who took time to exercise their democratic right by voting in this election.
“The choice British Columbians have made will provide the stability to move our province forward and their decision will make an important difference for generations to come.
“I want to thank every candidate in all parties for their commitment to public service. We have elected some tremendous individuals who I know are committed to representing their communities.”
Posted: May 13th, 2009 under BC Liberals, Premier Campbell, Provincial Election.
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A Message from Premier Campbell
Today is Election Day. From 8am to 8pm, British Columbians will be casting their ballots to answer this question: who is really best to lead our economy through these challenging times? I believe the answer is clear: it is your BC Liberal candidate and a BC Liberal government.
Despite polls, despite media commentary, I can assure you this election is going to be close. The last provincial election was decided by less than 5,000 votes.
We need your support to re-elect a BC Liberal government.
Your vote matters, your vote can make the difference. Please vote and remind your friends and family that their vote matters too.
Sincerely,
Gordon Campbell
Leader, BC Liberal Party
Posted: May 12th, 2009 under BC Liberal candidate Robin Adair, BC Liberals, Provincial Election.
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Posted: May 12th, 2009 under BC Liberal candidate Robin Adair, BC Liberals, Premier Campbell, Provincial Election, Saanich South.
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BC Premier Gordon Campbell stops on the campaign trail to talk with former Premier Bill Bennett in the vineyard at Quails Gate Winery in Kelowna. Earlier Friday, the two paid a visit to the new William R. Bennett Bridge.
Posted: May 10th, 2009 under BC Liberals, Premier Campbell, Provincial Election.
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