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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 1h

You might recognize him. I sure do - former Forests Minister (and my former boss) Doug Donaldson.

We sat down to talk wildfire, and community resilience. Because this new reality for BC requires year-round preparation. The work can never stop.

Thanks, Doug.

#BCWildfire

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 3h

Our families and businesses can be targets for extortion. It can happen to our most vulnerable, and our most prepared.

@ninakrieger.bsky.social is putting her foot down. Working with law enforcement to fight back on extortion and protect our communities.

news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

#bcpoli

Minister’s statement about crackdown on extortion-related crimes

Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement in response to seven charges laid in relation to extortion investigations this week:

news.gov.bc.ca

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 6h

COFI has announced the 2025 forestry scholarship recipients. The next generation of leaders for the sector who’ll ensure it thrives into the future.

They will be at the forefront of forestry - from wildfire resilience, to wood manufacturing.

Congratulations!

#ForestryBC

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 8h

The choice is clear, President Trump: Russia or BC. Who do you want your softwood lumber from?

The US relies on our lumber to build homes, yet tariffs completely slow construction (and give Russia a pass).

Our message: fair trade with your closest ally is common sense.

#bcpoli

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 9h

BC is growing. We’re the engine of Canada’s new economy. That means more major infrastructure projects, more housing.

Our construction sector needs certainty they will be paid fairly, on-time. Bill 20 does that. Supporting workers & their work.

news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

#bcpoli

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 1d

At home in Langford, families have been calling for affordable child care in schools. It’s a need, not a want.

So we’re working to bring child care spaces into our schools.

Using what we already have, and working with parents and districts, ensuring a smooth system.

#bcpoli

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks to COFI for coming to speak with govt about the challenges facing our sector.

Tough days are ahead, no question, but by working together we can protect jobs, support workers, and build a stronger, more resilient future for forestry in BC.

#ForestryBC #bcpoli

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 1d

A brand new 17-storey student residence is coming to UVic. 510 beds right on campus.

A $121M provincial investment, giving students access to affordable housing close to where they study, learn, and build their lives.

When we invest in students, we invest in our future. #bced #PostSecondaryBC

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

Funding is now available for farmers and ranchers in BC to prepare for extreme weather.

The Beneficial Management Practices program includes funding for FireSmart projects to protect livestock and structures for wildfire season.

Link: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

#BCWildfire

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Lisa Beare @lisabeare.bsky.social · 2d

Big news for B.C. families 💙

Today, I introduced legislation that will make it easier for school districts to offer #ChildCareOnSchoolGrounds — so parents can find quality care in the same safe, familiar places where their kids learn & grow.

#ChildCareBC #BCSchools #BCKids @bcsta.bsky.social 1/2

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

Good to spend some time with woodlot owners from the Northeast — hardworking people who care deeply about stewardship, local jobs, and the future of our forests.

#ForestryBC #bcpoli

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

The federal government needs to step up and expedite programming to get relief to workers, contractors, and communities now — not months from now.

We’re not going to stand by — we’re going to stand up to
Trump.

#cdnpoli #ForestryBC

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

1/2: As Donald Trump wages economic attacks on #BCForestry, our Softwood Lumber Advisory Council is hard at work supporting the sector.

Yesterday we met to discuss options for federal support and the role we can play in protecting workers & their paycheques through this turmoil.

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David Eby @davidebybc.bsky.social · 2d

Today marks the 2nd anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel that took 1,200 lives. Among them, Vancouver's Ben Mizrachi. The pain and grief felt by families, communities and across the world is profound.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

#ForestryBC: a sector that communities are built on. Forestry challenges are community challenges.

We must build communities resilient to wildfire, while looking to opportunities for sustainable forest economies, like expanding Community Forests.

The key is prioritizing both.

Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

The Province has introduced legislation to make it easier for school districts to deliver more child care on school grounds helping families find care where kids learn and play.

🔗 news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2025E…#bcede#bcpolili

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Government of British Columbia @governmentofbc.bsky.social · 2d

Sharing someone’s intimate images without consent is a serious violation. Updates coming to the law mean:
• a substantial increase to the monetary damages victims can receive through the Civil Resolution Tribunal
• better privacy protections
• faster image removal
Because survivors deserve justice.

An image of the BC legislature with text that reads: "New in B.C.! Tougher penalties for sharing intimate images without consent".

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 2d

“Misguided and unnecessary,” unfair and unjust, harsh and punishing.

Describe them in a million different ways. At the end of the day, Trump’s tariffs, duties hurt the workers who drive #ForestryBC, and the families they feed.

It’s no economic policy - it’s an economic attack.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 3d

Trump isn’t just attacking our forest sector. Not even just our economy. He’s threatened our sovereignty.

As we head into our fall session, we’re going to move with the energy and urgency the moment calls for.

It’s time to use our strengths.

#ForestryBC #bcpoli

news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

Fall session focuses on economic development, creating jobs, improving lives

The fall sitting of the legislature starts Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, with government planning to introduce more than a dozen bills, most of which will be tabled in the first week.

news.gov.bc.ca

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 3d

Last month was the Interior Design Show in Vancouver.

We highlight the role of #BCForestry in construction, but that isn’t where it stops. #BCWood is in every stage of housing, all the way to interior design.

These are the new market opportunities we look to, in BC and abroad.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 3d

On the North Island, ‘Namgis First Nation is redefining forest stewardship.

Through their company Atli Resources, who we visited back in June, they're ensuring #BCWood doesn’t go to waste.

Wood that would typically be burnt, are instead turned into chips at Atli’s worksite.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 3d

#BCWildfire update ⬇️

There are currently 101 active wildfires across BC, as of this morning. None have been started in the last 24 hours.

There are still no wildfires of note at this time.

Download the BC Wildfire app for the latest updates.

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 5d

We have the best working forests in the world. That’s why we need BCTS to have a clear focus, through an expanded mandate:

Forest stewardship, wildfire risk reduction and recovery, economic harvesting, and manufacturing.

It’s how we’ll meet today’s challenges.

#BCForestry

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 6d

While Trump throws his weight into destroying #BCForestry, work is being done here to create jobs and stability.

Our draft agreement with ‘Namgis First Nation will energize coastal forestry. Creating opportunity for the coast, and certainty for BC.

Link: news.gov.bc.ca/32859

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 6d

From the FESBC and First Nations Forestry Council Special Report: how Indigenous youth are stepping up to lead local wildfire resilience.

Across First Nations we’re seeing training and mentorship programs. With the next generation learning how to put Elders’ wisdom to practice.

#BCWildfire

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