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Oct. 6, 2025 - MLA Rob Botterell questions the Premier on the BCGEU strike

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 2d

In the first Question Period of the fall session, MLA Rob Botterell asks the Premier to meet the BCGEU's calls for fair wages.

The government has the fiscal capacity to act. What’s missing is the will.

#bcpoli

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Oct. 6 - MLA Botterell supports Motion Condemning ARPA

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 2d

At noon, @robbotterell.bsky.social joined the @bcgeu.bsky.social rally on the Legislature Lawn, alongside BC Green Leader @emilylowan.bsky.social

#solidarityforever #bcpoli

BC Green Leader Emily Lowan, BC Green MLA Rob Botterell, and striking BCGEU workers on the BC legislature lawn.

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 2d

Next on the order papers, MLA Botterell gives a 🔥speech in support of MLA Aurora's motion to condemn the intolerant views of the Association for Reformed Political Action.

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Oct. 6 - MLA Valeriote supports Bill M214: Firefighters Health Act

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 2d

It's the first day of the fall session! #bcpoli

First up: MLA Valeriote responds to Bill M214: Firefighters Health Act. This is Private Members Bill builds on the work from a BC Greens PMB from 2024 -- protecting firefighters from the health risks of forever chemicals.

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BC Greens call on government to stop and get real about LNG health risks in light of concerning new data on start-up flaring - BC Green Caucus

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 5d

If anyone has additional information on this incident, please contact local Penticton RCMP.

We’re so sorry to hear about this attack on an elected official’s home. MLA Boultbee, the rest of the legislature has your back.

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Photo of tweet from MLA Amelia Boultbee:

“Last night at approximately 10 PM several vehicles and individuals approached my home and rocks were thrown at my home and vehicle. Police were called and investigated. While the motive or perpetrators remains unknown to me, this is very distressing in light of recent events.

If anyone has additional information please contact the local Penticton RCMP.”

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · 9d

This government has sacrificed climate, air and water quality, ecosystem integrity, and Indigenous title and rights considerations to push LNG projects forward.

The Premier needs to get real about LNG flaring, and include it in emissions reporting and environmental assessments.

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 9d

@jervaler.bsky.social is calling on the provincial government to halt the expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure following new research that shows emissions from gas flaring are being dramatically under-reported by export plant operators, putting residents at significant health risks.

#bcpoli

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 29, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. – BC Green MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky, Jeremy Valeriote, is calling on the provincial government to halt the expansion of fossil fuel inf...

Ksi Lisims LNG is a “carbon bomb,” says BC Greens interim leader - BC Green Caucus

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · 14d

Emily is an extraordinary organizer who has built movements, challenged powerful interests, and inspired people across the province. Her leadership signals a bold new chapter for the BC Greens!

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 14d

Congratulations Emily Lowan, the new leader of the B.C. Greens!

#bcpoli #bcgreens

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 15d

1/ What happened to BC’s Coastal Marine Strategy?

BC is one of the only coastal jurisdictions in North America without a comprehensive plan to protect its coast.

#bcpoli #ubcm2025 #coastalmarinestrategy

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · 17d

Hopefully a step on the path towards peace.

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 19d

BC Green MLA @jervaler.bsky.social spent this week touring northwest B.C. talking climate, LNG, mining, housing, drug crisis and much more. Full coverage on our Instagram and Facebook, but here are a few snapshots from the week 🎣
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BC Greens MLA with members of the Kispiox Valley who oppose PRGT

BG Greens MLA Jeremy Valeriote with Gitxsan and Kispiox Valley residents who oppose PRGT

BC Green MLA Jeremy Valeriote with Mayor of Smithers Gladys Atrill

BC Greens MLA Jeremy Valeriote in Terrace with the Executive Director of SkeenaWild

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · 22d

No matter how the BC government tries to spin it, this LNG export project is 100% owned by US companies, will be built in Korea, and represents a 30-megaton carbon bomb that threatens the health and livelihoods of local residents.

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 22d

@jervaler.bsky.social is currently touring Northwest BC, including sections of the PRGT pipeline route.

Yesterday, Ksi Lisims LNG, the terminus of the pipeline, received its environmental assessment certificate. Here's MLA Valeriote's reaction to that news:

#bcpoli #prgt

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2025 KISPIOX, BC — BC Greens interim leader Jeremy Valeriote has issued the following statement on the Ksi Lisims LNG project: “No matter how the BC government tr...

Statement from Interim Leader on Membership Verification and Leadership Contest

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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...

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

bcgreens.ca

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · 27d

The Province already has the roadmap to resolve these issues in partnership with First Nations and environmental groups:
☑️Implement all 14 recommendations of the Old Growth Strategic Review
💰Follow through on conservation financing commitment
🌲 Follow through on old-growth deferrals.

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · 27d

We’re disheartened about the situation unfolding in the Upper Walbran area. Logging irreplaceable old growth is one of many symptoms of an industry in crisis, and blockades are a result of government inaction.

#walbran #fairycreek

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · 27d

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.

#bcpoli #oldgrowth

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · 27d

Anniversary of the Old Growth Strategic Review marks half a decade of Province’s delay and indecision

Statement from @robbotterell.bsky.social, BC Greens Forests critic and MLA for Saanich North and the Islands

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Old Growth Review anniversary marks half a decade of Province’s delay and indecision - BC Green Caucus

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 11, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. — Statement from Rob Botterell, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands, on the fifth anniversary of the Old Growth Strategic Review:“It has been ...

Premier Eby's comments about Temporary Foreign Worker Program are divisive and reckless - BC Green Caucus

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · Sep 8

The Premier chose to recklessly push a narrative that blames migrants for food bank usage and youth unemployment, while presiding over an economy made more vulnerable by the government’s decisions.

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 8

Premier Eby’s Comments About Temporary Foreign Worker Program Are Divisive And Reckless

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. — The BC Greens are shocked by Premier Eby’s recent comments echoing the federal Conservative leader’s stance on Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worke...

Premier Eby's comments about Temporary Foreign Worker Program are divisive and reckless - BC Green Caucus

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · Sep 8

Individuals who have access to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program should not be blamed for a program rife with fraud and abuse. Companies and corporations who have abused it need to be held accountable, not the migrants accessing it.

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 8

Premier Eby’s Comments About Temporary Foreign Worker Program Are Divisive And Reckless

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. — The BC Greens are shocked by Premier Eby’s recent comments echoing the federal Conservative leader’s stance on Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worke...

BC Greens call on Province to adopt Clean Air Act as air quality worsens - BC Green Caucus

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · Sep 4

British Columbians should not be left to fend for themselves in smoke-filled summers.

A #CleanAirAct offers a clear, achievable path forward. The provincial government must take air quality seriously and act now to protect the health of our communities.

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 4

BC's air quality is among the worst in the world this week. It's time to implement a Clean Air Act.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. — With the recent news that B.C.‘s air quality ranks among the world’s worst this week, the BC Greens are calling on the province to urgently ad...

B.C. government approves Mount Polley mine expansion project

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · Sep 3

We've done the reviews. Now PFAC has the mandate to put them into action -- and that includes aligning with UNDRIP and fully implementing the Old Growth Action Plan.

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Provincial Forest Advisory Council is another win from the BC Greens’ cooperation agreement with the BC NDP. We hope PFAC’s mandate is enough to finally give BC forests the paradigm shift they desperately need.

#bcpoli

Photo of a forest with the text:
The four letter word that brings us closer to a Paradigm Shift for BC's forests.

PFAC's mandate to protect old growth and fix our broken system.

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Rob Botterell @robbotterell.bsky.social · Sep 3

Fantastic start to the day supporting @bcgeu.bsky.social workers on the picket line in Victoria!

When workers earn a living wage, we all benefit.

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MLA Rob Botterell laughing with BCGEU workers holding yellow signs and flags that say “on strike”

Close up of MLA Rob Botterell with two workers on the BCGEU picket line

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 2

The Mount Polley expansion approval sets a dangerous precedent.

While Bill 15 aims to fast-track infrastructure projects, we must not cut corners on environmental assessments and Indigenous rights.

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B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 2

The BC NDP are trying to sweep their approval of the Mount Polley Mine expansion under the rug.

We can’t let that happen.

A thread 🧵

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Decisions are pending permit amendments, would allow Springer Pit expansion

www.todayinbc.com

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Jeremy Valeriote @jervaler.bsky.social · Sep 2

When we invest in people, we don’t just improve individual and collective wellbeing, we strengthen our entire economy. If Premier Eby is serious about BC being Canada’s economic engine, his government should support the workers who keep the engine running.

B.C. Green Caucus @bcgreencaucus.bsky.social · Sep 2

BC Greens Back Fair Wages Tied to Cost of Living for BCGEU Workers

BC Greens Interim Leader @jervaler.bsky.social , MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky, has issued the following statement on current BCGEU Job Action:

bcgreencaucus.ca/bc-greens-ba...

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BC Greens Back Fair Wages Tied to Cost of Living for BCGEU Workers - BC Green Caucus

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2, 2025 VICTORIA, B.C. — BC Greens Interim Leader Jeremy Valeriote, MLA for West Vancouver–Sea to Sky, has issued the following statement on current BCGEU Job Action: “...