Harry Bains
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MLA for Surrey-Newton | Minister of Labour
Surrey British Columbia
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It’s been 40 years since BC’s minimum was this low. My message to
@freshii
is, we will not be turning back the clock on workers wages in BC and they can keep their outsourcing jobs pilot project away from our province.
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This community never ceases to amaze me. “Sarbat Da bhalla” the core value that drives them.
Dozens of volunteers at Surrey's Dukh Nivaran Sahib Gurdwara cooked more than 3000 meals for those stranded in Hope. They're paying for private helicopters to deliver meals (roti, cooked carrots, fruit) Wed AM - and will try for more trips in the coming days
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I am so humbled and honoured to have the privilege to serve as your Minister of Labour once again — to continue the work of making British Columbia’s workplaces the safest in the country.
I look forward to getting back to work! Thank you once again🙏🏽
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Today, I was proud to introduce Bill 5, Employment Standards Amendment Act, which will implement 5 days paid leave for victims of domestic or sexual violence — this will give victims the space to rebuild their lives without sacrificing their jobs or pay.
#bcpoli
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While I thank the people in the community who urged me to run for Mayor of Surrey in the next municipal election, I remain committed to the province and making a stronger BC through my work as an MLA & in cabinet. I am so incredibly humbled by the support from community members
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Many of us belong to farming families in India. our constituents are deeply concerned about violent reaction to farmers peaceful protest. I fully understand their concerns about everyone’s safety. We encourage speedy resolution through democratic and peaceful dialogue.
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So incredibly grateful, humbled, and honoured - thank you to the amazing constituents of Surrey-Newton for trusting me to be your MLA and to all of my friends & family for their unwavering support - we'll keep BC moving forward for everyone!
#thankyou
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Our
#firefighters
deserve our support, especially when they become sick because of their work. Honoured to bring in changes to the
#WorkersCompensationAct
to make accessing
#cancer
supports easier.
@BCPFFA
@BCGovNews
#BC
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I am so grateful to be sworn in once again as Minister of Labour this morning. We have accomplished big changes in B.C such as bringing in paid sick leave, raising the minimum wage, repatriating our healthcare workers, etc. We still have so much more to do. (1/2)
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(1/2) No one should have to choose between staying home sick & getting paid. I’m proud to be
bringing in the first-ever
#paidsickleave
program for
#BC
on Jan 1. Workers will get 5 paid sick
days/year Read the news release here.
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Yesterday my staff surprised me with an early birthday cake! I am so fortunate to have such a dedicated and supportive team in the office and at home — I appreciate all of you. 🙏🏽
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Immensely proud to see
@NikiSharma2
breaking proverbial glass ceiling, made the wall, as the first person of colour woman Attorney General of the Province of British Columbia. You are a great role model for us and coming generations of women.
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Workers must be free to join a union without interference. Today we made changes to the
#labourrelationscode
to streamline
#union
certification in
#BC
#BClab
#workersrights
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I am deeply saddened to hear about the terrible incident involving a construction crane in Kelowna today. My thoughts are with the workers affected, and I send my sincere condolences to the families, friends and co-workers of the victims.
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This Labour Day, more than any other, all the workers in B.C. deserve our gratitude. The services and supports workers provide in our communities make B.C. such an incredible place to live. Happy Labour Day to all!
#BC
#LabourDay2020
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I want to congratulate the
@UniforTheUnion
& Coast Mountain for reaching an agreement. Once again we see that collective bargaining works. In the past transit users in BC endured long strikes while the previous Government played politics with labour relations. Not this time
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Today is the 40th anniversary of the fatal workplace incident at Vancouver’s Bentall Centre. I remember & honour Donald Davis, Gunther Couvreux, Yrjo Mitrunen & Brian Stevenson, and the many other workers who’ve needlessly lost their lives on the job.
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Big thank you to my amazing staff for surprising me for my birthday today! I feel so lucky to be supported each and every day by all of you.
#ThankYou
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It’s official — all 57 of your BC NDP MLA’s have been sworn in! We had to do it differently this year but it doesn’t take away from the importance of this privilege.
Thank you to my family for watching from home today. You are my backbone and I couldn’t do it without you🙏🏽
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102 years ago today, we lost Ginger Goodwin - a coal miner & labour activist whose ideals helped make workers safer while on the job. Let’s keep working together to make sure
#BC
workplaces are safer for people. Thinking of you today, Ginger!
@WorkSafeBC
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Our government believes it’s in everyone’s interest to remove all barriers to a worker getting vaccinated. Workers can now take up to three hours of paid leave to get their COVID-19 vaccines. Keeping workers safe while reducing risks to businesses is our priority.
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Thank you,
@jjhorgan
for supporting workers & helping create healthy& safe workplaces in BC,& for supporting my mandate in reestablishing many Labour rights that were lost due to the previous gov. My wish is that you grow back your goatee so people can continue to call us twins😂
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Today, we celebrate all BC workers, especially those essential workers who show great courage and dedication simply by doing their jobs during this challenging time. For the third year in a row, I’m proud to proclaim May 1st as International Workers’ Day in BC.
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My family has always been my backbone — from supporting me through thick and thin, to providing me with three beautiful grandchildren who have filled my life with so much joy. Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours! 🙏🏽
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Wow - now this is humanity. Thank you to the owners of “Hope Pizza Place” for taking care of those that need it most during these unprecedented weather events we are experiencing. Next time I’m in Hope I know exactly where to visit🙏🏽
#BCStorm
A little bit of kindness goes a long way. The owners of Hope Pizza Place served hot tea and toast to those stuck in their cars due to power outages and mudslides closing the highway.
@CityNewsVAN
#BCStorm
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Starting June 1, general minimum wage increases in BC will be tied to inflation. Having the highest minimum wage of all the provinces at $15.65 will help support BC's lowest paid workers, the majority of whom are women, immigrants & youth.
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I'm deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kim Novak, President of
@UFCW_1518
. I’m honoured to have known Kim & I extend my heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, & colleagues. Her memory will continue to serve as inspiration to all those who fight for worker’s rights
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We’re making it easy for you to get the COVID-19 vaccine: long clinic hours, easy registration and now we’ve introduced paid leave from work for each dose of the vaccine.
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The right to peaceful protest is the basic foundation of democracy. The images of water canons & tear gas being used are deeply troubling. The food we eat comes from our
#PunjabFarmers
hard work— solutions must be found through respectful & peaceful dialogue.
#IStandInSolidarity
As families in BC and around the world celebrate
#Gurpurab
and the spirit of equity and social justice, we stand in solidarity with
#PunjabFarmers
calling for meaningful dialogue and peace.
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After over 15 years of inaction our government is stepping up to make change for BC workers with significant changes to the Employment Standards Act.
#BC
#canlabour
#bclab
#employmentstandards
#employmentlaw
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Thank you Premier
@jjhorgan
for inspiring me and many others to help make life more affordable for British Columbians. Lives of so many is better because of your dedication and commitment.
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Happy Diwali & Happy Bandi Chhor Divas to all who celebrate! This year feels even more meaningful when it comes to celebrating new beginnings, good over evil & light over darkness. Please stay safe & celebrate with those in your household or virtually with your family. 🪔🧡🙏🏽
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I’m proud of the changes we passed today that support improvements to the Workers Compensation Act. These improvements for workers who have become injured or ill on the job are fair, modest and long overdue.
@worksafebc
#bcpoli
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It was amazing to attend the soft opening of Guru Nanak Food Bank in Delta this afternoon. GNFB is the only food bank open 7 days a week. The ‘No Boundaries’ facility will serve all comers regardless of faith or city of residence. Thank you for your selfless work!🙏🏽
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Congratulations to our new Speaker and my dear friend,
@rajchouhan
— the first South Asian Speaker in
@BCLegislature
history! Great journey from immigrant to the Speaker of the BC Leg joining the other trailblazers,
@MoeSihota
first MLA &Wally Oppal, the first appeal court judge
Congratulations to
@rajchouhan
on his barrier-breaking election as Speaker of the B.C. legislature. Raj is a former farmworker union leader and HEU negotiator. We couldn't be more proud of all that you have achieved.
#bcpoli
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Today we wear orange to remember those lost, those who survived, and those still impacted by inter-generational trauma from the residential school system.
#OrangeShirtDay
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation
#EveryChildMatters
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Our
#minimumwage
will increase to $17.40 on June 1, so the lowest-paid workers do not fall further behind. Future increases will be automatically indexed to inflation to provide more certainty and predictability.
@BCGovNews
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Another day of making big changes to improve the lives of BC workers. Today, I announced changes to the Labour Relations Code that will provide more job security and restore fairness to BC’s unionized workplaces
#BC
#BClabourcode
#canlabour
#bclab
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It gives me great pleasure to finally bid farewell to the ineffective self-help kit and make the services of the Employment Standards Branch more accessible to everyone.
#bclab
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I am so humbled to be nominated once again as the candidate for Surrey-Newton. We have accomplished so much but we still have much more to do. I hope to continue serving the Surrey-Newton community and continue to focus on making life better for all British Columbians.
Congratulations to MLA & Minister of Labour
@HarryBainsSN
for being acclaimed as the BC NDP candidate for Surrey-Newton. Harry has played a key role in fulfilling many of our BC NDP commitments, including raising the minimum wage. 👏
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I have just appointed a highly-skilled special mediator – Vince Ready – to work on
#MetroVancouver
transit strike.
#CMBC
and
#CUPE
Local 4500 now have all the tools they need to reach an agreement, & I urge them to sit down with Mr. Ready and end this dispute quickly.
@BCGovNews
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Elbow bumps with the one and only
@theJagmeetSingh
- thank you for visiting and for your continued support! 🍊
#surreybc
#bcndp
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Anytime humanity is suffering anywhere in the world the South Asian community comes through to assist in any way possible. That’s why last week I stood in the House to speak about how incredibly proud I am to be part of such a generous community of people.
@redfmvancouver
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Today I had the privilege to attend the Annual Anniversary of the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge Tragedy. I was honoured to meet Lou Lessard — the last living Ironworker survivor from the bridge collapse.
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Happy Vaisakhi!🙏🏽 Even though we can’t celebrate together, the spirit of Vaisakhi is alive every time we care for one another.
Vaisakhi di Lakh Lakh Vadhaiyan!
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Happy
#LabourDay
! On Labour Day, we celebrate the rights of working people and the accomplishments of the labour movement that helped secure these rights (1/5)
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Today as we celebrate Gurpurab, let us remember the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji through these unprecedented times — we are all one, we are all equals, and to care about wellness for all🙏🏽
#Gurpurab
#GuruNanakDevJi
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Happy Labour Day British Columbia. It’s a day that highlights the progress made by the Labour movement, through sacrifices made by courageous who came before us. We remember them.
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Many rights we, as workers, especially immigrants enjoy today is the result of activism and hard work of Charan Gill. Today workers lost an advocate, community lost a great leader and many of us lost a friend and mentor. His legacy will guide our work tomorrow and beyond.
We're saddened by the passing of Charan Gill. A lifelong champion for social justice and working people, he received the Order of BC for his tremendous contributions to our province. Sending my condolences to his family and friends.
@PICSSociety
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BC Libs gave big flat NO to Surrey residents ask for a new Hospital by selling the land to their donors,
@jjhorgan
and
@bcndp
is moving ahead with this very important health care need for this region. Another promise made and promise kept.
Surrey is one of the fastest-growing communities in BC. And they need a second hospital. We've bought the land, approved the plan, and we're getting the job done. People will finally be able to get better care, closer to home.
#BCelxn2020
#SurreyBC
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We're reducing barriers to support & compensation for 911 dispatchers, nurses & care aids suffering from work-related mental illness
#bcpoli
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"You sold the land, man" - we can't go back to an irresponsible Liberal government!
#surreybc
#bcpoli
Andrew Wilkinson was the minister of Advanced Ed and sold the land that was meant to be the hospital in
#surreybc
. Even his canditate Gulzar Cheema said he was wrong!!!!
#surreybc
#BCElection2020
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It certainly is a proud day for us as members of the Legislature and thousands of workers who never gave up the fight to restore justice, thank you
@adriandix
@HospEmpUnion
@DarcyJudy
@jjhorgan
Tonight the BC Legislature voted unanimously in favour of Bill 47. The bill repeals Bill 29, 2002+Bill 94, 2003, bills that led to the layoff of 10,000 skilled health care workers. Thank you to health care workers for all you do. Let’s build a better future together.
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This month, WorkSafeBC will be updating BC’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulation on the use of safety headgear in workplaces. This change is an important step to make BC’s workplaces more inclusive and accessible to all workers without compromising their safety.
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Today we remember the four men who lost their lives while building the Bentall Centre. One workplace death is one too many, and I will honour Gunther Couvreux, Brian Stevenson, Donald Davis and Yrjo Mitrunen by fighting everyday to make our workplaces the safest they can be.
On January 7, 1981, four workers tragically lost their lives at the Bentall IV Tower. Today, we remember them. Watch the full video here:
#BentallMemorial
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Cancers, heart disease, and mental health disorders will be recognized as work-related for more
#BCFirefighters
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Today we remember the workers who lost their lives in the Second Narrow Bridge collapse — a reminder of why we must all do our part to make workplaces safe.
Today marks 62 years since the collapse of the Second Narrows Bridge (since renamed the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge) when 19 men died on June 17, 1958. Watch our tribute in collaboration with
@BC_LHC
or join the online event hosted by Ironworkers Local 97
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I'm devasted to hear about the passing of a good friend, Gordie Larkin. Gordie & I met back in 1983 while at CLC Winter School. I learnt from his values of workers rights, health & safety and his all-around social activism. Today, workers lost a great advocate and I lost a friend
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I accepted the challenge and hope you will all do the same! Stay safe. 🙏🏽
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Happy Holidays to all! As Minister of Labour, I’d like to thank everyone in British Columbia for doing your part, being adaptable and staying safe during this incredibly challenging year. Please spend the holidays safely with your households and enjoy!
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Workers are the core of our economy and the foundation on which our province is built. I’m proud to celebrate all workers by once again proclaiming May 1st as International Workers’ Day in BC.
#internationalworkersday
#mayday
#bclab
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BC under
@jjhorgan
leadership is moving in the right direction creating good paying jobs.
Positive news for BC and
@jjhorgan
in September jobs numbers. 55k new jobs since August. Most F/T. Unemployment rate fell to 8.4%. Still much to achieve to for economy to fully recover, but BC continues on a steady path. No opportunity for
@Wilkinson4BC
to exploit.
#bcpoli
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When people have support & job security, they’re much more likely to leave an abusive situation. Proud of the BC legislature this week for unanimously supporting paid leave for people experiencing domestic or sexual violence.
#bcpoli
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I am so proud to be part of
@jjhorgan
team and able to deliver on our promises, make life more affordable, improve services people depend on, strong sustainable economy benefiting all British Columbians.
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@HospEmpUnion
members of Richmond Hospital held prayers at Gurdwara in appreciation of being repatriated back into Health authority. Thanks
@adriandix
@jjhorgan
@Dave_Eby
giving these workers right to benefits, wages, protection they deserve.
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Proud to stand with
@jjhorgan
announce establishing human rights commission in
#BC
thnx to
@rajchouhan
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Sending love and strength to our Premier
@jjhorgan
❤️
I've been here before and I'm not alone. People across BC receive news like this every day.
My message to all British Columbians: if you're concerned about something, don't put it off. Please get it checked as soon as you can.
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Happy Canada Day, I am so proud to call Canada my home, here we find unity in diversity , let’s support each other during Covid-19 and we will get out of it together.
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Great news for Surrey — the announcement of a much needed second hospital for our fast-growing city! Health care is a fundamental priority for our government and is vital for the wellbeing for the people in our community.
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Disheartened to hear about this.
@SurreyMinor
needs to reconsider this decision asap. We need more people like Brian who take a stand against racism and protect our youth. Thank you Brian for doing the right thing - he shows what it takes to be a good coach
@HockeyCanada
Parents of a Surrey rep hockey team are pushing to have their coach back following a banner-winning season, marred by a game in which racial insults were reportedly hurled at his players by opponents.
STORY:
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Today, BC's lowest-paid workers get a pay boost. Minimum wage increases to $16.75 an hour - the highest minimum wage of any province. Tying the minimum wage to inflation helps keep up with the effects of global inflation and helps make life more affordable.
#bcpoli
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Thank you Premier for writing a letter to the Prime Minister, asking him to continue to encourage the Indian government to seek a peaceful resolution that includes meaningful dialogue.
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Last week, I advocated that workers who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19 like those in tourism get prioritized for new public sector jobs. The Health Career Access Program delivers on that. Thank you
@jjhorgan
and
@adriandix
#bcpoli
#bclab
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People in BC are finding it difficult to make ends meet, especially the lowest-paid workers. Tying the minimum wage to the rate of inflation is the right thing to do. From Jun. 1,
#BC
’s
#minimumwage
will increase to $16.75/hour. Lean more:
@BCGovNews
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Hard to believe that in 2018 this is happening in canada within a major political party running to be in Government.
I find this so offensive and racist. Further proof that it racism is alive and well regardless of what kind of voting system you have.
#bcpoli
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A reminder that on June 1 the
#minimumwage
rises to $16.75/hour in
#BC
! For
#workers
finding it difficult to make ends meet, especially our lowest-paid workers, raising the minimum wage by 6.9% (the rate of inflation) is the right thing to do. Learn more:
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Offensive use of images of Lord Ganesh is wrong and must be condemned. No one has any rights to hurt religious sentiments of any person’s faith or religious.
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That is where I watched my first Hockey game after immigrating to Canada in 1971, in mid 70s still remember Andre Boudrias, Chris odelfson and suitcase Gary Smith in the lineup.
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Thank you
@UniforTheUnion
with your help we will keep B.C. moving forward, your help is greatly appreciated
@gavinmcgarrigle
It was inspiring to see so many Unifor members volunteering their time today to help re-elect a provincial government that will put working people first.
@bcndp
#BCvotes
#bclab
#surrey
@HarryBainsSN
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This month, we made major changes to the Workers Compensation Act for workers who become injured or ill on the job, the most meaningful improvements in over 20 years. Read my views on why these changes matter
#bclab
#bcpoli
@worksafebc
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Earlier this week my granddaughter, Rhianna &her cousin, Rayna came to the Legislature for “take your kids to work day.” They spent the day shadowing the work we do as community representatives. The youth is our future & these two have shown me just how bright our future will be
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Today is National Day of Action Against Anti-Asian Racism organized by “Stand with Asians Coalition (SWAC)” — I stand as an ally with SWAC to raise awareness and to combat anti-Asian racism.
Join their rally at 5pm.
#StopAsianHate
#bcpoli
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It was with great honour and pride I attended Guru Nanak Food Bank grand opening at North Delta. It is a living example of true seva(service) to humanity especially to those who are less fortunate. Thank you all volunteers and donors.
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The contract for the Pattullo Bridge replacement has been awarded, creating good jobs and training opportunities for workers who will help build the toll-free crossing to better connect communities in the Lower Mainland.
#bcpoli
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This is despite our Government inheriting financial mess left by
@bcliberals
at
#ICBC
@bchydro
Excellent work by
@carolejames
managing
#BC
economy
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Today my colleague
@AmanSinghNDP
and I attended a congratulatory event for
@TheOneASB
for becoming the first MMA Heavyweight Champion of Indian descent — Arjan is an inspiration and role model to all of us. Very proud!
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Today, I reflect on the lives lost and impacted by workplace injury and illness. I want all workers to return home healthy and safe at the end of the day. Together, we can and must take action to make sure everyone is safe at work — every day.
#DayofMourning
#BClab
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Today, I was honoured to virtually speak with
@BCPFFA
and
@IAFFCanada
for the fourth year in a row about how our government can better protect those who protect us
#BCfirefighting
#bclab
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