OTTAWA – Canada’s NDP is pleased to announce the first event as part of the 2026 Leadership Race. The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) will host a leadership forum in Ottawa on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. NDP Leadership 2026: Federal NDP Leadership Forum, will be a sanctioned leadership race event, officially recognized by Canada’s NDP. While…
PARKSVILLE— With Parliament set to return next week, Canada’s New Democrats concluded their caucus retreat on Vancouver Island with a renewed commitment to delivering for Canadians. “New Democrats are here to stand up for working people,” said NDP Interim Leader Don Davies. “We’re focused on building a prosperous and independent Canada where everyone has a…
Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food, has released the following statement about provincial meat inspectors being classified as essential workers: “Abattoirs play a critical role in supporting farmers and ranchers throughout B.C. “I am very pleased that we have been able to successfully work with the BCGEU to have provincial meat inspectors classified as…
Seniors, including those with mobility challenges, are moving into 18 affordable, accessible homes close to services and amenities in Valemount, helping them stay connected to the community they know and love. View the full article from the original source
More young people will soon have better access to the tools they need to manage stress, build resilience and prevent early substance use and mental-health challenges with the expansion of drug- and substance-use prevention supports. View the full article from the original source
Justice Minister Sean Fraser speaks to reporters in Edmonton as a meeting of the party’s national caucus continues. Minister Fraser discusses the government’s priorities for forthcoming crime and public safety legislation in the coming session of Parliament. source
The Province has added 65 nurse practitioner (NP) training seats to three post-secondary institutions, making training accessible in five regions throughout the province and supporting the growth of B.C.’s health-care workforce. View the full article from the original source
Liberal MPs speak with reporters in Edmonton as a meeting of the party’s national caucus continues. Minister Steven MacKinnon (government House leader) as well as MPs Ben Carr, Mona Fortier and Alexandra Mendès comment on the government’s initial list of nation-building projects selected for fast-track approval under the federal Building Canada Act. source
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Construction is beginning on a new and expanded long-term care facility in Cranbrook. When complete, the new Dr. F.W. Green Memorial Home will more than double the number of long-term beds at the home to help meet the growing needs of seniors in the region. “This project is about supporting people – creating good local jobs…