🧵On October 22nd of 2017, I finished my last bartending shift and began my first day as Premier Horgan's EA the very next morning. For the next 4 years I spent nearly every day with John. He loved telling the unlikely story of how I was hired, so I'm going to tell it.
When I was elected, my son was struggling with me being away.
Premier @jjhorgan showed up unplanned to play Pokémon and to tell him why he needed me in Victoria.
He cared for his colleagues families as much as he cared for families across BC.
Sending love to his family❤️🙏🏾
Today, British Columbia lost a remarkable leader, and we in the BC NDP lost a dear friend and mentor.
John Horgan dedicated his life to public service, to the people of British Columbia, and to the principles of fairness, compassion, and integrity.
“Last night, I went to bed knowing that Donald Trump managed to win re-election. This morning, I woke up, and all I could think was: this is why James Douglas hated democracy.”
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Was just interviewing someone at an overdose prevention site in Vancouver's DTES. Someone sitting near us overheard, joined in the convo. When I was done with the interview, spoke with second man.
An extreme weather alert has been issued from tonight, Oct. 18 until Sunday, Oct. 20. Extra shelter spaces will be open. Details below.
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Indian Residential School Survivors and Family Hotline:
1-866-925-4419
Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645;
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868.
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310.
Native Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-877-209-1266.
If you or someone you know is struggling with opioid use addiction, please call the new provincial Opioid Treatment Access Line at 1-833-804-8111 toll-free for immediate assistance from a dedicated team of health professionals. Help starts here.
The British Columbia provincial election is on October 19, 2024. Get ready by making sure you’re on the voters list. Register online today. https://t.co/cH1vAkVP11
⚠️Warning ⚠️
Water is expected to go over the Chilcotin landslide tonight or early tomorrow.
Everyone must stay out of the evacuation order area and away from the Chilcotin & Fraser Rivers.
Follow @EmergencyInfoBC for updates.
Heat warnings and special-weather statements are in place for many areas of BC. The hot weather is expected to last into the middle of next week.
Many communities are activating cooling centres: https://t.co/EDsJ0Ebt0j
People in BC get their water from all kinds of sources, including groundwater This year, drought is expected. Everyone can help save water. And small changes make a big difference when we do them together. https://t.co/J4dfL3wA4i
Extreme heat and smoke can be a serious risk to the health and well-being of people, especially seniors and those with medical conditions. Preparing early can help. Visit https://t.co/V4I12ZCIjp for essential information on how to stay safe and support others in your community.