B . C . Green Party leader announces funding for …

B . C . Green Party leader announces funding for watershed stewardship

B.C. Green Party Leader Sonia Fursteneau announced a $100 million investment to create watershed stewardship councils, involving First Nations, farmers, local government, industry, and environmental groups. The initiative aims to address water security and environmental concerns, particularly in light of the drought situation in the Comox Valley. Courtenay-Comox B.C. Green party candidate Arzeena Hamir shared her experience as an organic farmer in the area, highlighting the challenges faced by farmers due to water scarcity. Hamir s husband invested in a dugout to capture rainwater during droughts, demonstrating a proactive approach to water management. Fursteneau criticized the B.C. NDP s approach to climate change, citing their approval of Site C, a $16 billion project benefiting the fracking and methane gas industries. She argued that the government s actions have led to a 44% increase in fracking in the B.C. Northwest and a lack of strong environmental policies. Fursteneau emphasized the need for a fair system that holds polluting companies accountable and does not allow them to exploit greenwashing tactics. She accused the B.C. NDP of prioritizing the oil and gas industry over climate action and environmental protection. In response to the B.C. NDP s announcement to drop the carbon tax if Ottawa does the same, Fursteneau urged voters to support the B.C. Green Party for its commitment to climate action, long-term sustainability, and protection of water and food security. She highlighted the party s candidates working on these issues throughout Vancouver Island, Lower Mainland, and the Sunshine Coast. Hamir expressed gratitude for Fursteneau s dedication to water security and the pledge to assist farmers in dealing with droughts. She praised Fursteneau as a true leader who listens to farmers and provides tangible solutions to enable food security on Vancouver Island. Overall, Fursteneau s announcement and Hamir s experiences underscore the urgent need for effective environmental policies and support for

Source: westerlynews.ca
Published on 2024-09-13

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