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Read Joe Foy's Wild Times column in the Watershed Sentinel, as he considers the possible outcome of the upcoming BC provincial election and what that might mean for new environmental law and policy.

 

In early April, just days from the start of the provincial election campaign, protesters stole a nice photo-op away from Transportation Minister Todd Stone, who wanted to celebrate the alleged “start” of construction of a multi-billion project to replace the Massey Tunnel with a new 10-lane bridge. Stone was forced to hastily convene his press conference in a nearby fire hall rather than have his planned backdrop spoiled by placards.

 

So far, LNG industry hasn’t done much except fill BC Liberal coffers.

 

This past December, we witnessed the first loss of protected lands in Manitoba under our current provincial government, as Pemmican Island in Lake Winnipegosis — which had been protected for 15 years — was opened up for mineral exploration. In addition to regressive thinking on the environment, the Pemmican Island episode also displayed a lack of competence and leadership.