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Water Suppliers And Local government to
Better Manage Drinking Water Systems? [Open PDF] April 18, 2008 What Improved Retirement Options will give
British Columbians more Flexibility? [Open PDF] April 11, 2008 What New Reference Guide Provides
Parenting Tips and Child Health Fair and
Wellness Information? [Open PDF] March 28, 2008 What Recent Announcement Will Assist
Unemployed Older Workers Living In British
Columbia Retrain For New Careers? [Open PDF] March 20, 2008 What Recent Announcement will Assist
Aboriginal Communities Pursue Healthy Living
Choices? [Open PDF] February 15, 2008 What new program will allow people to stay in their homes longer as they age? [Open PDF] February 08, 2008 How will the new pilot project under the Provincial Nominee Program help the tourism, hospitality and trucking industries? [Open PDF] January 18, 2008 What local partnerships will help provide kindergarten students with a healthy start? [Open PDF] September 28, 2007 What new tool kit has been designed to help BC Communities develop ties with Asia? [Open PDF] September 21, 2007 What plans are in place for the $2 million dedicated to the Cameron Street Bridge Project? [Open PDF] August 31, 2007 How is the BC Government helping families that receive out of school child care subsidy? [Open PDF] August 17, 2007 How will $5.5 million in funding for arts and culture benefit local artists? [Open PDF] August 03, 2007 What will Northern Health do with the recent funds announced from the provincial government? [Open PDF] July 27, 2007 How is the Province helping to improve BC Ambulance Service in the Robson Valley? [Open PDF] July 13, 2007 What new appointment has the Province made, promoting British Columbia as a global player? [Open PDF] May 04, 2007 What initiative Provides training for Parents to better understand the education system? [Open PDF] April 20, 2007 What program Provides help to preschool children to get ready for Kindergarten? [Open PDF] April 05, 2007 What funding was recently announced to help expand the public transit service in BC? [Open PDF] March 02, 2007 What is the BC Energy Plan that outlines the Province’s vision for Clean Energy? [Open PDF] February 23, 2007 What Initative Will Help Give Patients Better Service Though Electronic Records? [Open PDF] February 09, 2007 Which work place in Prince George received the first-ever WorkLife BC Award of Excellence? [Open PDF] December 22, 2006 What dates have been announced for the local regional Conversation on Health Forums? [Open PDF] November 24, 2006 How did our community benefit from the recent Grants in Lieu of Property Tax initiative? [Open PDF] November 03, 2006 What funding was recently announced to help B.C. municipalities develop town squares? [Open PDF] October 20, 2006 What funding was recently announced to help the homeless in the Prince George area? [Open PDF] September 29, 2006 Which recent funding will help Aboriginal students further their education? [Open PDF] September 22, 2006 What recently published book will be finding its way into each elementary school library? [Open PDF] September 08, 2006 What funds were recently announced to aid the City with forest management? [Open PDF] August 25, 2006 Read about how a Dunster-based theatre company is receiving provincial support this week. [Open PDF] August 11, 2006 What recent funding was announced, to promote more angle fishing in British Columbia? [Open PDF] August 04, 2006 What is the Province doing to meet the growing demands for skilled and
business workers in British Columbia? [Open PDF] July 28, 2006 What new resources are available to help travellers and commuters stay informed about road conditions? [Open PDF] June 30, 2006 The BC Government is making major investments in parks in the Prince George and Robson Valley region. [Open PDF] June 16, 2006 How is the province supporting the families of children with special needs and adults with developmental disabilities? [Open PDF] June 09, 2006 The province is providing support for the treaty process in the Central Interior. [Open PDF] June 02, 2006 Funding to enhance northern tourism is featured in this week's Ask Your MLA. [Open PDF] May 19, 2006 The end of a spring legislative session that brought many positive pieces of legislation for B.C. [Open PDF] May 17, 2006 One year after the 2005 provincial election and northern B.C. is doing better than ever! [Open PDF] May 06, 2006 Find out what government is doing to support mental health across British Columbia. [Open PDF] April 28, 2006 Find otu what the BC Conservation Corps will be up to this summer in the Central Interior. [Open PDF] April 13, 2006 Shirley has a busy week touring B.C. school districts, while there is good news for local groups receiving provincial grants. [Open PDF] April 07, 2006 Good news for emergency shelters in Prince George and a big change for timber pricing in the north. [Open PDF] March 24, 2006 This week's question: What help is available for students and parents with the Graduation Portfolio? [Open PDF] March 17, 2006 What is government doing to help support Aboriginal children in their early years? [Open PDF] March 03, 2006 Read about a government initiative that's bringing B.C.'s mining boom to Prince George's doorstep. [Open PDF] February 17, 2006 Read about the plan for B.C.'s future outlined in the Speech from the Throne. [Open PDF] February 10, 2006 Great Olympic-related news for Prince George, just in time for the kickoff of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy. [Open PDF] January 27, 2006 What is being done to increase learning opportunities in smaller centres? [Open PDF] January 13, 2006 Great news for the local economy and the launch of a program to help at-risk youth in this week's Ask Your MLA with Shirley Bond. [Open PDF] December 22, 2005 Merry Christmas from Shirley, her family, and constituency office staff! [Open PDF] December 16, 2005 Find out what's being done to improve water systems in the Robson Valley. [Open PDF] December 09, 2005 Big news this week for a project that will see Prince George's weigh scales moved and improved. [Open PDF] December 02, 2005 New technology will link local rural schools to education programs previously not available. [Open PDF] November 25, 2005 Find out what the province is doing to ensure access to clean water in the Robson Valley. [Open PDF] November 18, 2005 Great news for volunteer firefighters in this week's edition of Ask Your MLA. [Open PDF] November 10, 2005 Shirley talks about the latest Macleans magazine university rankings, which hold some good news about UNBC. [Open PDF] November 04, 2005 Find out how much Prince George's unemployment rate has improved, with more jobs available now than in over a decade! [Open PDF] October 28, 2005 Shirley answers the question: What is being done to tackle our provinces’ invasive plant problem? [Open PDF] October 21, 2005 Shirley answers the question: What long term investment towards mountain pine beetle timber is planned for our area? [Open PDF] August 05, 2005 Shirley talks about air quality in Prince George, and about locals heading off to the Canada Games. [Open PDF] July 22, 2005 Shirley answers the question: "What is the Government doing to create sustainable forests?" [Open PDF] July 15, 2005 Shirley talks about how Government is working to increase access to cancer treatment. [Open PDF] June 30, 2005 Shirley discusses B.C.'s great fiscal outlook in light of the release of the audited public accounts. [Open PDF] June 17, 2005 Shirley answers the question: Who are the members of the cabinet that were sworn in yesterday, and what are their roles? [Open PDF] March 18, 2005 Shirley answers the question: I understand that there was an announcement on improved dental services for British Columbia families, can you provide some details? [Open PDF] March 04, 2005 Shirley answers the question: How will the Government’s new ambulance initiative improve emergency service around the Province? [Open PDF] February 18, 2005 Shirley answers the question: What are some highlights from the Budget Speech delivered this week by Finance Minister Colin Hansen? [Open PDF] February 11, 2005 Shirley answers the question: What are some highlights from the Throne Speech? [Open PDF] February 04, 2005 Shirley answers the question: I understand that more funding has been made available for B.C. students; can you give more details on this? [Open PDF] January 28, 2005 Shirley answers the question: What new opportunities is the government exploring to strengthen B.C.’s forestry industry? [Open PDF] January 21, 2005 What are some details on the new internet upgrades the government announced for the School District 57? [Open PDF] January 07, 2005 What has the government done for victims of the tsunami disaster and how can individuals donate? [Open PDF] December 17, 2004 Shirley answers the question: How is the government dealing with B.C.'s high volume of beetle-damaged fibre? [Open PDF] December 10, 2004 Shirley answers the question: I understand that BC’s student loan forgiveness program has been expanded to include four additional health care professionals What are some further details? [Open PDF] December 03, 2004 Shirley answers the question: What were some details from the second quarterly report released this week by Finance Minister Gary Collins? [Open PDF] November 26, 2004 Shirley answers the question: In light of the Supreme Court ruling, will there be changes to funding for autistic children? [Open PDF] November 19, 2004 Shirley answers the question: What are Ready, Set, Learn open houses and why did Education Minister Tom Christiansen introduce them? [Open PDF] November 05, 2004 Shirley answers the question: What are some details around the appointment of the new Chief Forester in Prince George? [Open PDF] October 29, 2004 Shirley answers the question: What are some details around local municipalities receiving traffic fines revenue from the government? [Open PDF] October 22, 2004 Shirley answers the question: In light of small business week, what has the government done to expand the economic role for B.C.’s small businesses? [Open PDF] October 15, 2004 Shirley answers the question: Last week the government introduced legislation to establish the $135-million Northern Development Initiative Trust. What are some further details on this initiative? [Open PDF] October 08, 2004 Shirley answers the question: What does the partnership between the City of Prince George, the provincial government andCanfor mean in the fight against the Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic? [Open PDF] October 01, 2004 Shirley Answers the Question: What is the Province doing to promote tourism in British Columbia? [Open PDF] September 24, 2004 Shirley Answers the Question: Now that a new school year is upon us, what is the government doing to further its commitment to providing quality education for our children? [Open PDF] September 10, 2004 Shirley Answers the Question: Now that the Great Canadian Railtour has been selected to operate the new tourist trains on CN and BC Rail routes, what does this mean for Prince George? [Open PDF] September 03, 2004 Shirley answers the question: There is a lot of talk about reforming healthcare, what has the government done to improve health care services in B.C.? [Open PDF] August 20, 2004 Shirley answers the questions: Why was there a prescribed burn in Mount Robson Provincial Park? [Open PDF] August 13, 2004 What has the government done to strengthen its partnerships with First Nations? [Open PDF] July 30, 2004 Why was there an agreement signed between the Justice Institute and the College of New Caledonia? [Open PDF] July 23, 2004 What measures is the Government taking to encourage people to be “FireSmart” this year? [Open PDF] July 16, 2004 I know that the demand for skilled trades workers is growing in B.C. What steps government is taking to ensure people get the training they need to meet and exceed those demands? [Open PDF] July 09, 2004 How has small business benefited by the Government’s efforts to expand B.C.’s economy? [Open PDF] July 02, 2004 I understand the Government and the BC Medical Association (BCMA) have reached a tentative agreement . Can you provide me with more details? [Open PDF] June 25, 2004 I have been hearing a lot of good news lately about mining in B.C. What is the Government doing to encourage development of this important industry in our province? [Open PDF] June 18, 2004 Economists and pundits agree that BC is more competitive and growing faster than at any other time in the past decade. What are the facts that support such a positive assessment? [Open PDF] June 11, 2004 You brought the Premier to the Northern Hub last week to make two important announcements. What were they? [Open PDF] June 04, 2004 Why did the government host a second joint Cabinet meeting with the Alberta Government? [Open PDF] May 21, 2004 Your government was the first to set a fixed election date in Canadian history. With one year to go before May 17, 2005, looking back what has the Government done to get B.C. moving? [Open PDF] May 07, 2004 How is Mount Robson Park being protected from the Mountain Pine Beetle Infestation? [Open PDF] April 23, 2004 What is the government doing in response to the devastating forest fires that B.C. experienced last summer and to be more prepared should the situation ever reoccur? [Open PDF] April 08, 2004 The Pine Beetle has become a growing epidemic, what is the government doing to address this situation? [Open PDF] April 02, 2004 Can you provide details of a recent capital contribution for housing units in Prince George? [Open PDF] March 26, 2004 I understand that three First Nations bands from the North recently signed an agreement with the Government to expand the fight against the Pine Beetle. Can you provide us with some background on this agreement? [Open PDF] March 05, 2004 What are some details around the Government’s commitment to bringing high speed Internet access to B.C. Communities and Schools? [Open PDF] February 27, 2004 Can you explain the Welfare Exemption Policy that will come into affect on April 1st? What will it mean for people on social assistance? [Open PDF] February 13, 2004 What are some highlights from the Throne Speech read by the Lieutenant Governor this week? [Open PDF] February 06, 2004 What has the Ministry of Skills Development and Labour done to protect young workers? [Open PDF] January 23, 2004 I read last week that more students are completing high school in BC. What is the percentage of completion rates around the Province and how have these numbers changed from previous years? [Open PDF] January 16, 2004 I understand that the Citizen’s Assembly met in Vancouver last week for the first time. What is the Assembly’s mandate and what influence will it have on the Province’s electoral process? 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