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Emily Lowan (she/her) @emilylowan.bsky.social · 6d

Hey @daniellesmithab.bsky.social, let’s find out first if we're part of the same country, before you come knocking w/ bitumen schemes💸 Laughable “national interest” pitch from a province trying to break up the country. Last thing our climate & coffers can afford is another TMX boondoggle #bcpoli

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Justin McElroy 🇨🇦 @jmcelroy.bsky.social · 13d

For the past few months, Pete Fry has been very lukewarm about running for Mayor of Vancouver.

But at the UBCM conference, he’s seemed much more open to the idea, and supporters in other municipalities are talking him up to me.

Here’s my story on the speculation, and what comes next.

Pete Fry considering a run for mayor of Vancouver — and he could be the candidate to unite the left | CBC News

Coun. Pete Fry is considering whether to challenge Vancouver Mayor Kan Sim with a run for mayor in next year's election. If he ran, Fry would be Sim's third major challenger, joining the mayor's forme...

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

💚The future of BC will be built by people, not corporations. Let’s get to work!

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

“This moment belongs to everyone in BC who has felt left behind by politics-as-usual. As Leader, I will fight to reclaim our democracy, resist fossil fuel expansion, and put government back to work for everyday people and future generations.” – Emily Lowan

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

Her leadership priorities include:
🌱 Fighting for affordability and corporate accountability
🌱 Advancing bold climate action and Indigenous rights
🌱 Building coalitions that reclaim B.C.’s economy for everyday people

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

👉 Worked with Indigenous Nations on impact assessments and policy research
👉 Successfully fought for fossil fuel divestment as a student leader
👉 Published influential research with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives’ Corporate Mapping Project

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

Emily’s grassroots energy and fearless leadership will carry this momentum forward.

She has:
👉 Led national coalitions at Climate Action Network Canada, representing over 1.5 million Canadians

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

This leadership contest saw 8,641 eligible voters, with 61% casting a ballot. In the final count, members delivered a strong mandate:

Emily Lowan: 3,189 votes

Jonathan Kerr: 1,908 votes

Adam Bremner-Akins: 128 votes

None of the options: 14 votes

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

She brings the experience of building movements, taking on powerful interests, and empowering communities across BC.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 14d

The BC Greens are proud to announce Emily Lowan as our new Party Leader!

An organizer, advocate, and strategist, Emily has spent over a decade fighting for climate justice, Indigenous solidarity, and democratic renewal.

Emily Lowan talking to reporters after being announced as the new Leader of the BC Green Party

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 25d

Confirming it did come officially from the party.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

At the end of the day, we can only verify those who choose to complete the process, and we are committed to supporting every member who wants to do so. Janelle, thank you for verifying and for your interest in voting in the leadership contest! Your participation & engagement means a lot to our team!

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

While no system is perfect, we are proud of the integrity and transparency of ours, and we are encouraged by the strong number of members who have already completed verification.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

The reality is that until Elections BC takes over responsibility for party membership lists, parties like ours have to manage verification with our own resources. We designed this process months ago, and all leadership contestants were made aware of it.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

We’re sorry you had trouble, and we encourage anyone still having difficulties to reach out directly to [email protected] or call us at 1-888-473-3686 ext 6. Our team will do everything possible to make sure you get verified before the September 22 deadline, the day before voting closes.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

The fastest and most reliable option right now is the Google Meet (or our Zoom drop-ins), since Vaultie can take longer — you have to wait for their email before you can begin, as you said.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 26d

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Janelle. It’s not our intention to disregard or diminish the challenges some members have faced in the verification process. We know this is important, and our team has been working around the clock to help people through every step.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 27d

Yesterday, a letter from a leadership contestant’s legal counsel was released to the media, indicating they are considering litigation over the party’s ID verification process. Here's interim Leader Jeremy Valeriote's statement:
bcgreens.ca/statement-fr...

Statement from Interim Leader on Membership Verification and Leadership Contest

The BC Green Party affirms its ID verification process for new members ahead of the 2025 leadership vote, ensuring election integrity and transparency.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · 27d

MLA Rob Botterell: “It has been five years since the release of the Old Growth Strategic Review, and while this should be a moment to celebrate bold action to protect old growth, instead we are marking half a decade of delay, indecision, and government inaction.”

Full statement: bit.ly/41NedpP

Old Growth Review anniversary marks half a decade of Province’s delay and indecision

Five years after the Old Growth Strategic Review, BC faces continued delays and inaction, fueling logging conflicts and calls for urgent forestry reform.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · Jul 28

Meet the BC Greens leadership contestants at our virtual townhall!

🗓 Aug 7 | 🕖 7–9pm PDT | 💻 Zoom

Hear their stories, values, and vision for BC. This is not a debate but a chance to connect with contestants.

🔗 RSVP bcgreens.ca/aug7-townhall

#LeadershipContest2025 #BCPoli

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · Jul 23

My thoughts are with these three miners and their families. Hoping for a speedy and successful rescue mission.

CHEK News @cheknews.ca · Jul 23

Three miners have been trapped underground at British Columbia's Red Chris copper and gold mine.

Three people trapped in B.C.’s Red Chris mine, Premier David Eby says

Three miners have been trapped underground at British Columbia's Red Chris copper and gold mine.

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · Jul 17

MLA Rob Botterell returns to his home riding of Saanich North and the Islands for a full day of community connection! Join Rob and your local Greens for a series of fun, family-friendly events across the Saanich Peninsula!

🔗 RSVP bcgreens.ca/event/san-july-25th-tour25

#MLASummerTour25

BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · Jul 8

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BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · Jul 8

🗳️ Want to vote in the 2025 Leadership Contest? Become a member by August 10 at bcgreens.ca/join
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BC Green Party @bcgreens.bsky.social · Jul 8

A contestant town hall will be held in August, and a contestant debate will be held in September. Voting will take place from Saturday, September 13 to Tuesday, September 23, with the results expected the morning of Wednesday, September 24. 🧵3/4