Karin Kirkpatrick
@karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social
Leader, CentreBC - Canadian, mom, gardener, musician, and former Member of the Legislative Assembly of BC. Worried about democracy. Follows politics. Loves science. Interested in innovative housing solutions and sustainability. MBA, LLM, CPA, FCPA 🇨🇦
Sometimes you just have to sit back with some popcorn and think… if only BC had a calm, professional, centrist alternative political party that could defeat the BC NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social
Oh wait—we do. #CentreBC #bcpoli @centrebc.bsky.social
Oh wait—we do. #CentreBC #bcpoli @centrebc.bsky.social
December 4, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Sometimes you just have to sit back with some popcorn and think… if only BC had a calm, professional, centrist alternative political party that could defeat the BC NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social
Oh wait—we do. #CentreBC #bcpoli @centrebc.bsky.social
Oh wait—we do. #CentreBC #bcpoli @centrebc.bsky.social
CentreBC is thrilled to welcome Cole Anderson as its new Membership Chair!
Huge thanks to Rachelle Chartrand for her amazing work these past months. She now returns to her role as Okanagan Regional Director to help get the region election ready. 💙
www.centrebc.ca #votecentrebc
Huge thanks to Rachelle Chartrand for her amazing work these past months. She now returns to her role as Okanagan Regional Director to help get the region election ready. 💙
www.centrebc.ca #votecentrebc
December 3, 2025 at 4:08 AM
CentreBC is thrilled to welcome Cole Anderson as its new Membership Chair!
Huge thanks to Rachelle Chartrand for her amazing work these past months. She now returns to her role as Okanagan Regional Director to help get the region election ready. 💙
www.centrebc.ca #votecentrebc
Huge thanks to Rachelle Chartrand for her amazing work these past months. She now returns to her role as Okanagan Regional Director to help get the region election ready. 💙
www.centrebc.ca #votecentrebc
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CentreBC says the NDP government’s “Look West” economic plan is full of lofty goals but lacks credible solutions, failing to address private-sector stagnation, record deficits, or the affordability pressures facing families.
www.centrebc.ca/news/in-the-...
#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
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#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
Vancouver RED FM - CentreBC criticizes the NDP’s ‘Look West’ plan, calling it just another set of empty promises - CentreBC
VANCOUVER RED FM RADIO, NOV. 19, 2025 - CentreBC says the NDP government’s “Look West” economic plan is full of lofty goals but lacks credible solutions,
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November 21, 2025 at 5:29 PM
CentreBC says the NDP government’s “Look West” economic plan is full of lofty goals but lacks credible solutions, failing to address private-sector stagnation, record deficits, or the affordability pressures facing families.
www.centrebc.ca/news/in-the-...
#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
www.centrebc.ca/news/in-the-...
#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
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Today on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we pause to reflect on the lives lost to violence and discrimination. It’s a reminder that everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to live without fear. Building a respectful, caring province is something we can all stand behind.
November 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Today on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we pause to reflect on the lives lost to violence and discrimination. It’s a reminder that everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to live without fear. Building a respectful, caring province is something we can all stand behind.
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CentreBC is warning the NDP government’s ‘Look West’ economic plan is long on grand ambitions, short on credible solutions, and failing to reverse private sector stagnation, address record deficits, or offer relief for families facing BC’s affordability crisis.
#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
#bcpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj
News Release: CentreBC slams NDP 'Look West' Plan as more empty promises - CentreBC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOVEMBER 19, 2025, VANCOUVER BC – CentreBC is warning the NDP government’s ‘Look West’ economic plan is long on grand ambitions, short on credible solutions, and failing to reve...
www.centrebc.ca
November 19, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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Great ideas and conversation were on full display last night at CentreBC's Victoria event led by @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social and Val Litwin. Focused on a pragmatic, solutions-driven vision and call for innovation and progress, over partisanship and chaos.
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#bcpoli #yyj
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#bcpoli #yyj
November 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Great ideas and conversation were on full display last night at CentreBC's Victoria event led by @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social and Val Litwin. Focused on a pragmatic, solutions-driven vision and call for innovation and progress, over partisanship and chaos.
centrebc.ca
#bcpoli #yyj
centrebc.ca
#bcpoli #yyj
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Curiosity about CentreBC is growing; we’re inviting YOU to take a look for yourself at our next CentreCurious Event.
Hear from Leader @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social + our Executive team about:
• What CentreBC stands for
• Why interest is growing
• How you can get involved
RSVP 👇
Hear from Leader @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social + our Executive team about:
• What CentreBC stands for
• Why interest is growing
• How you can get involved
RSVP 👇
Curious? Why not join us! Our next CentreCurious Event is Thursday, November 20th! - CentreBC
Join our next CentreCurious Online Event on Thursday, Nov. 20 where you will hear directly from our leader, Karin Kirkpatrick and our Executive team to learn more about CentreBC's values and vision fo...
www.centrebc.ca
November 14, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Curiosity about CentreBC is growing; we’re inviting YOU to take a look for yourself at our next CentreCurious Event.
Hear from Leader @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social + our Executive team about:
• What CentreBC stands for
• Why interest is growing
• How you can get involved
RSVP 👇
Hear from Leader @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social + our Executive team about:
• What CentreBC stands for
• Why interest is growing
• How you can get involved
RSVP 👇
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Guess what 67% of British Columbians have in common? They see themselves in the political centre. #CentreBC is for the majority who want to move past extremes. Join us in making balanced, pragmatic, evidence based solutions the norm.
#bcpoli #vanpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj #ylw
#bcpoli #vanpoli #cdnpoli #yvr #yyj #ylw
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November 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Thank you @jonahfromcanada.bsky.social for sharing this. Yikes.
Just walked out of my last class of the day to find Dallas Brodie and her band of residential school denialists harassing TRU students, including blocking an accessible exit on campus, to try and force students to interact with them.
November 13, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Thank you @jonahfromcanada.bsky.social for sharing this. Yikes.
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#IndigenousVeteransDay Today we honour the sacrifice of First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples who have served in Canada’s Armed Forces, historically not receiving the recognition or rights as others upon return home.May we remember their bravery & commit to a future built on truth & reconciliation.
November 8, 2025 at 10:37 PM
#IndigenousVeteransDay Today we honour the sacrifice of First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples who have served in Canada’s Armed Forces, historically not receiving the recognition or rights as others upon return home.May we remember their bravery & commit to a future built on truth & reconciliation.
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Former B.C. United MLA @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social is heading CentreBC, a new centrist party formed this year. Their spokesperson, @trevorloke.bsky.social, joins CBC to share the party's plan to take on the extortion crisis.
Listen here 👇
www.centrebc.ca/uncategorize...
#bcpoli #yvr #cdnpoli
Listen here 👇
www.centrebc.ca/uncategorize...
#bcpoli #yvr #cdnpoli
CBC News: CentreBC on how to address extortion threats in the Lower Mainland - CentreBC
CBC RADIO, EARLY EDITION, NOV. 7, 2025 - Former B.C. United MLA Karin Kirkpatrick is heading CentreBC, a new centrist party formed this year. Their spokesperson, Trevor Loke, joins the program to shar...
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November 8, 2025 at 6:12 AM
Former B.C. United MLA @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social is heading CentreBC, a new centrist party formed this year. Their spokesperson, @trevorloke.bsky.social, joins CBC to share the party's plan to take on the extortion crisis.
Listen here 👇
www.centrebc.ca/uncategorize...
#bcpoli #yvr #cdnpoli
Listen here 👇
www.centrebc.ca/uncategorize...
#bcpoli #yvr #cdnpoli
Most British Columbians want cooperation, stability and real solutions — not yelling matches. That’s where we’re focused. Let's put forward solutions for British Columbians - not spread hate and anger. Politics need better! @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc
November 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Most British Columbians want cooperation, stability and real solutions — not yelling matches. That’s where we’re focused. Let's put forward solutions for British Columbians - not spread hate and anger. Politics need better! @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc
Remember that task force the Premier said would defend B.C. against U.S. tariffs? The one with business, labour & Indigenous leaders? It's already gone. The NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social confuse announcements with action. @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc #bcpoli
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Rob Shaw: Eby's tariff task force ends in a shrug
Once billed as the centrepiece of B.C.’s response to Trump’s trade threats, the premier’s task force dissolved without results or notice
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November 6, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Remember that task force the Premier said would defend B.C. against U.S. tariffs? The one with business, labour & Indigenous leaders? It's already gone. The NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social confuse announcements with action. @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc #bcpoli
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Extortion threats, arsons, and shootings are terrorizing families and businesses -- particularly in Surrey. Today, CentreBC is demanding an immediate, coordinated crackdown that uses the tools now available to law enforcement, while protecting victims and speeding prosecutions.
News Release: CentreBC Unveils 3-Step Plan to Crush Transnational Extortion Terrorizing Surrey - CentreBC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOVEMBER 6, 2025, VANCOUVER BC – Extortion threats, arsons, and shootings are terrorizing families and businesses—particularly in Surrey. Today, CentreBC is demanding an immedia...
www.centrebc.ca
November 6, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Extortion threats, arsons, and shootings are terrorizing families and businesses -- particularly in Surrey. Today, CentreBC is demanding an immediate, coordinated crackdown that uses the tools now available to law enforcement, while protecting victims and speeding prosecutions.
And more good news for BC on the sports front! What a night! The @WhitecapsFC win a thrilling shootout vs FC Dallas to advance to the Western Conference semifinal! 💙⚽️ #VWFC #MLSPlayoffs @whitecapsfc.com @centrebc.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 6:24 AM
And more good news for BC on the sports front! What a night! The @WhitecapsFC win a thrilling shootout vs FC Dallas to advance to the Western Conference semifinal! 💙⚽️ #VWFC #MLSPlayoffs @whitecapsfc.com @centrebc.bsky.social
So many games today! The BC Lions roar on! 🦁 A hard-fought win over the Stampeders sends them to the Western Final. Determination and teamwork on full display. Let’s go, Lions! 💪🏈 #BCLions #CFLPlayoffs @VoteCentreBC
November 2, 2025 at 5:58 AM
So many games today! The BC Lions roar on! 🦁 A hard-fought win over the Stampeders sends them to the Western Final. Determination and teamwork on full display. Let’s go, Lions! 💪🏈 #BCLions #CFLPlayoffs @VoteCentreBC
What a run, Jays. 💙 You gave us grit, heart, and a reminder of what Toronto and Canada pride looks like. The Series didn’t end our way—but the energy, unity, and fight were unforgettable. #BlueJays #WorldSeries #centrebc
November 2, 2025 at 5:43 AM
What a run, Jays. 💙 You gave us grit, heart, and a reminder of what Toronto and Canada pride looks like. The Series didn’t end our way—but the energy, unity, and fight were unforgettable. #BlueJays #WorldSeries #centrebc
We need teamwork, not political theatre.
Eby’s anti-tariff ad risks Canada’s unity and BC jobs.
CentreBC stands for smart, coordinated diplomacy — not grandstanding. @centrebc.bsky.social
www.centrebc.ca/news/news-re...
Eby’s anti-tariff ad risks Canada’s unity and BC jobs.
CentreBC stands for smart, coordinated diplomacy — not grandstanding. @centrebc.bsky.social
www.centrebc.ca/news/news-re...
News Release: Eby Tariff Ad Upsets Team Canada Approach to Trade - CentreBC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCT. 30, 2025, VANCOUVER BC – CentreBC today warned that Premier Eby’s new anti-tariff ad campaign threatens national unity at a critical time, urging a more unified and diploma...
www.centrebc.ca
October 31, 2025 at 1:38 PM
We need teamwork, not political theatre.
Eby’s anti-tariff ad risks Canada’s unity and BC jobs.
CentreBC stands for smart, coordinated diplomacy — not grandstanding. @centrebc.bsky.social
www.centrebc.ca/news/news-re...
Eby’s anti-tariff ad risks Canada’s unity and BC jobs.
CentreBC stands for smart, coordinated diplomacy — not grandstanding. @centrebc.bsky.social
www.centrebc.ca/news/news-re...
1/2 Today, Oct 15, is Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. In 2022 I was diagnosed with lobular cancer — and I’m so grateful for the love, care & support that have brought me to a place of health and happiness.
October 16, 2025 at 12:21 AM
1/2 Today, Oct 15, is Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. In 2022 I was diagnosed with lobular cancer — and I’m so grateful for the love, care & support that have brought me to a place of health and happiness.
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🔥 “Hot off the mic”🎙️
@centrebc.bsky.social leader, @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social joined @joelgrenz.com & @seanwood-bc.bsky.social @nonpartisanhacks.com for a casual yet fascinating conversation on how we will do better #housing #mentalhealth #addictions
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@centrebc.bsky.social leader, @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social joined @joelgrenz.com & @seanwood-bc.bsky.social @nonpartisanhacks.com for a casual yet fascinating conversation on how we will do better #housing #mentalhealth #addictions
nonpartisanhacks.com/podcast/meet...
Meet me in the Middle: Karin Kirkpatrick on CentreBC - Non-Partisan Hacks
Joel and Sean sit down with Karin Kirkpatrick, leader of CentreBC and former MLA, to talk about building a centrist option, tackling housing and affordability, and why boring, pragmatic government mig...
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August 20, 2025 at 2:23 AM
🔥 “Hot off the mic”🎙️
@centrebc.bsky.social leader, @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social joined @joelgrenz.com & @seanwood-bc.bsky.social @nonpartisanhacks.com for a casual yet fascinating conversation on how we will do better #housing #mentalhealth #addictions
nonpartisanhacks.com/podcast/meet...
@centrebc.bsky.social leader, @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social joined @joelgrenz.com & @seanwood-bc.bsky.social @nonpartisanhacks.com for a casual yet fascinating conversation on how we will do better #housing #mentalhealth #addictions
nonpartisanhacks.com/podcast/meet...
Another great night at the Harmony Arts Festival @harmonyartswv . Great band March Hare had everyone up on their feet. My daughter enjoyed trying on clothes from our fabulous local designers. All topped off by a harvest moon. Festival continues to August 10!
August 8, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Another great night at the Harmony Arts Festival @harmonyartswv . Great band March Hare had everyone up on their feet. My daughter enjoyed trying on clothes from our fabulous local designers. All topped off by a harvest moon. Festival continues to August 10!
BC’s debt has skyrocketed under the NDP & Premier David Eby — up $44 billion in just 2 years. A 49.4% increase, with over half of it going to cover operating costs, not schools or hospitals.
Families can’t live off credit forever. Neither can governments. #bcpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
Families can’t live off credit forever. Neither can governments. #bcpoli
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B.C.'s debt skyrockets in first two years of David Eby's government
Vaughn Palmer: Eby inherited debt of $89 billion the year he took over from John Horgan. That debt has soared to $133 billion.
vancouversun.com
August 8, 2025 at 1:08 AM
BC’s debt has skyrocketed under the NDP & Premier David Eby — up $44 billion in just 2 years. A 49.4% increase, with over half of it going to cover operating costs, not schools or hospitals.
Families can’t live off credit forever. Neither can governments. #bcpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
Families can’t live off credit forever. Neither can governments. #bcpoli
vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...
I had a fabulous evening in the Kay Meek tent at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver. Thank you to
Kay Meek Arts Centre for sponsoring the Paper Boys - great music and a great vibe #harmonyartsfestival
@westvandistrict.bsky.social kaymeek.com
Kay Meek Arts Centre for sponsoring the Paper Boys - great music and a great vibe #harmonyartsfestival
@westvandistrict.bsky.social kaymeek.com
August 2, 2025 at 11:02 PM
I had a fabulous evening in the Kay Meek tent at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver. Thank you to
Kay Meek Arts Centre for sponsoring the Paper Boys - great music and a great vibe #harmonyartsfestival
@westvandistrict.bsky.social kaymeek.com
Kay Meek Arts Centre for sponsoring the Paper Boys - great music and a great vibe #harmonyartsfestival
@westvandistrict.bsky.social kaymeek.com
Thank you to C-FACEBC for the warm invitation to Culture Night 2025. We were honoured to be recognized for our commitment to arts, culture, and celebrating the diversity that strengthens our province. A special shoutout to all the performers—you were absolutely fabulous! @centrebc.bsky.social
August 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Thank you to C-FACEBC for the warm invitation to Culture Night 2025. We were honoured to be recognized for our commitment to arts, culture, and celebrating the diversity that strengthens our province. A special shoutout to all the performers—you were absolutely fabulous! @centrebc.bsky.social