April is Daffodil Month. George speaks on the symbolism of the Daffodil for those living with cancer, survivors of cancer and remembering those we’ve lost to cancer.
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George responds to a Private Members’ Statement on Celebrating the Success of the Film Industry in BC.
Excerpt: “The B.C. industry hopes to grow its share to stabilize employment and a homegrown industry here in B.C. They think, and I agree, that investing in B.C.-owned companies across the creative sector ensures that there are opportunities for skilled …
George makes statement on Best Buddies Month
March is Best Buddies Month, and no, that doesn’t mean we’re going to take a kinder, gentler approach to question period. Best Buddies is a volunteer movement that partners students with and without intellectual disabilities for one school year. Every …
George’s statment on the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C.
G. Heyman: It gives me pleasure to join the Health Minister today in welcoming citizens from around B.C. who are in the gallery, concerned about Alzheimer’s — in particular, Maria Howard, Jim Mann and Dan Levitt from the Alzheimer Society, …
Heyman says scrap transit referendum after premier changes her mind again
VANCOUVER – After the latest flip-flop from Premier Christy Clark on the ill-conceived transit referendum, New Democrat critic George Heyman says it’s time to scrap it already. “Another day, another position from the premier on the transit referendum. Instead of …
End of your message from your MLA, George Heyman
As we near the end of 2013 and prepare for the traditional cultural and religious celebrations that mark this time of year, I want to extend my personal best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season to you and …
REALITY CHECK: Who’s driving the bus on the TransLink referendum?
For the second time this year, Premier Christy Clark is playing backseat driver on the Liberal government’s disjointed plan for a referendum on TransLink funding.
Sexual violence at UBC demands serious response
David Eby, the New Democrat critic for advanced education and the MLA for Vancouver-Point Grey issued the following statement in response to sexual violence on UBC campus: “At a time when women’s safe access to campus is under threat, everyone, …
Statement from New Democrats on ten-year anniversary of Insite
VICTORIA – New Democrat mental health critic Sue Hammell, and Vancouver-Mount Pleasant MLA Jenny Kwan issued the following statement in recognition of the ten-year anniversary of Insite opening. “Over the last decade Insite has saved countless lives and provided a …
Developing Communication and Health and Safety Skills Using English as a Second Language (ESL) Course
Developing Communication and Health and Safety Skills Using English as a Second Language (ESL) Register now for classes starting September 10, 2013. The goal of this free 14-week program is to educate participants about workplace health and safety using an …