At #UBCM2025 I met with Nanaimo Mayor & Council alongside provincial ministries — pushing forward on housing, transit, and economic priorities for our community. Together we’re shaping a stronger future for Nanaimo–Lantzville and BC. #Nanaimo #Lantzville #ubcm25

Honoured to open the 131st Vancouver Island Exhibition 🎉 VIEX is proof of what makes us strong: farmers, growers, artisans & neighbours working together. Supporting local means building resilience, and building pride in being British Columbian. 🌾🇨🇦 #VIEX #Nanaimo #Lantzville #Buylocal

Today I had the honour of attending Dr. Robin Love’s induction into the Order of BC. 🌿 His 30+ years of leadership in palliative care—locally in Nanaimo and globally in Nepal—have inspired generations. A remarkable legacy of compassion and resilience. #OrderOfBC #Nanaimo #Lantzville

At Mine Town Days with Lantzville Legion 257 — a place where remembrance, unity, and Canadian pride come alive. 🍁 Communities like this remind us: honouring our past makes our future stronger. #MineTownDays #Lantzville #Canada

BC isn’t just ready for the future—we’re determined to win the next century. ⚓🌊 I spoke in the Legislature on why BC should develop a port strategy—because our ports are engines of resilience, jobs & pride. 🇨🇦 Watch here: [youtu.be/bjqJ5vEoeoU?fe…] #BCStrong #bcpoli #Nanaimo

Joined Diana Johnstone, President of the 55+ BC Games & my former City Council colleague, at the torch lighting tonight. The Games are about more than sport—they celebrate resilience, community, and the pride of BC. 🔥🏅 #BC55PlusGames #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Full day in Nanaimo with the Minister of Health @josieosborne.bsky.social: meeting the Mayor of Nanaimo, connected with frontline workers at NRGH, discussed new mental health services, and engaged with the Hospital Board & Foundation. Proud of partnerships building stronger care. 💙🏥 #Nanaimo

Grateful to connect & learn from my colleagues MLA Steve Morissette, Minister @brittnyanderson.bsky.social, and residents about important matters for the Kootenays. Rural communities are strong, resilient & bursting with opportunity. the future of BC. #NelsonBC #TrailBC #Castlegar #fruitvale

Great to connect with MLA Steve Morissette in Kootenay-Monashee to tour his constituency, discuss transit, and issues in the region. Also met Castlegar Mayor Maria McFadden. Rural communities are at the heart of BC’s future—resilient, strong & full of possibility. 💪🌲 #Castlegar #RuralBC #FruitvaleBC

In Nelson with the Minister of State for Local Governments & Rural Communities Brittny Anderson, meeting residents on transit & connecting with Councillor Rik Logtenberg. Local voices are key in shaping solutions 🚍 #NelsonBC #Transit

Toured the launch of the first phase of Habitat Mid-Vancouver Island’s Building Materials Hub. ♻️ In partnership with Light House, the Building Material Exchange is turning recovered materials into opportunities for affordable housing & sustainability. 🌍💪 #Nanaimo #Lantzville #HabitatForHumanity

Grateful to join the Nanaimo & Duncan District Labour Council for Labour Day at Transfer Beach. Labour has always been about dignity, fairness & lifting the voices too often forgotten, while building a better future for generations ahead. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

The eight-hour workday, weekends, paid sick leave, health and safety protections, and the right to organize; these gains exist because working people stood together and fought for them. Happy Labour Day! #Nanaimo #Lantzville

I met with the President & CEO of GenomeBC. 🌱 Life sciences can create jobs, drive innovation & make BC stronger. From health to forestry, fisheries & clean tech. With uncertainty in the USA, the opportunity for BC to lead is massive. Let’s seize it. 🌍✨ #BCFuture #bcpoli @bcgsc.ca

Enjoyed a Vancouver Canadians game with members of @cupebc.bsky.social Thanks to CUPE for hosting & to the workers who keep our communities strong every day. Your work matters. #bcpoli #CUPEBC #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Honoured to speak at the 4th annual Black Block Party, founded by Doyin Agbaje. With the theme Limitless, it was a powerful celebration of Black music, art & culture — building belonging and community. Inspired by young people shaping a kinder world. #Vancouver

Toured NRGH’s new High Acuity Unit opening August 28 — Not only is this an investment in healthcare, but in workers, families & the dignity people deserve at their most vulnerable. Thank you to the skilled trades who built this vital space. news.gov.bc.ca/32684 #Nanaimo #Lantzville

With the Minister of Infrastructure @bowinnma.bsky.social in Nanaimo to see progress: 🏥 BC Cancer Centre—construction underway 🏫 Wellington Secondary—150 new student spaces in progress Proud to advocate for Nanaimo & #Lantzville while our government delivers projects that matter.

Connected with residents at Island Roots Farmers Market 🌾🍎 Huge thanks to our farmers & producers for all they do to keep BC’s food local, fresh, & thriving. #SupportLocal #BCFarming #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Visited CEFA Early Learning Centre in #Nanaimo & met the amazing owner behind this beautiful space for children. Small business owners like Sara are at the heart of our community - creating safe, inspiring places for kids to thrive. #EarlyLearning #SmallBusiness #Lantzville

Ports connect us to the world and when they thrive, so do we. 🌊⚓ At the 111th Pacific Ports Conference, I announced upcoming roundtables to strengthen B.C.’s ports & witnessed the Port of Nanaimo & Taiwan’s Port of Kaohsiung become sister ports. #BCPorts #bcpoli #PacificPorts #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Join us for a FREE summer BBQ & outdoor movie night on August 23 in Nanaimo - Lantzville! Enjoy games, food, and community booths - then settle in for The Lorax at sunset. RSVP:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mla-george-andersons-summer-event-tickets-1501177906529 #Nanaimo #Lantzville

As Parliamentary Secretary for Transit, happy to advise of some Big news for #Nanaimo! 10 new electric buses are on the way as part of B.C.’s province-wide rollout. Cleaner, quieter, and better for the environment 🌱⚡ #Transit #ElectricBuses #Lantzville

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There are lots of great things happening, here are just a few highlights from this past week. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Here are a few things the Government of British Columbia did this week. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Do you have ideas on how to strengthen democracy in BC? The Special Committee on Democratic and Electoral Reform is accepting written submissions until 2:00 pm on July 25. bcleg.ca/consultations #Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli

Grateful to be invited to connect with members of the community at the Nigerians in Nanaimo Summer BBQ! Amazing food, warm community, and a joyful celebration of culture. 🇳🇬☀️ #Nanaimo #Lantzville Association Of Nigerians In Nanaimo (ANIN)

Honoured to help kick off the Harbour City Nationals at Marie Davidson BMX Park here in Nanaimo — part of BMX Canada’s 2025 National Series! Nearly 500 riders here, some all the way from Florida 🇺🇸. Good luck to all the participants! #BMXCanada #Nanaimo #HarbourCityNationals #Lantzville

Had a great time at the Commercial Street Night Market in downtown Nanaimo! Though the corgi stole the show 🐶 Big thanks to the Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce for organizing local businesses & vendors for this event that brings our community together. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Happy Canada Day to Everyone 🇨🇦! On this Canada Day, stand a little taller. Cheer a little louder. And remember: the true north isn’t just strong and free — it’s ours. #Neverthe51ststate #Nanaimo #Lantzville #BCpoli

Toured Western Forest Products’ Duke Point sawmill alongside BC’s Minister of Forests @rparmarbc.bsky.social Forestry is a cornerstone of our economy — and its future depends on partnership, resilience, & long-term thinking. #Nanaimo #Lantzville #Bcpoli

I was honoured to speak at the Lisa Marie Young March for Justice. 23 years later, the ache remains — but so does the hope. Thank you to Cyndy + team for keeping Lisa’s memory alive and calling us to uplift the voices of Indigenous women. #JusticeForLisaMarieYoung #MMIWG #Nanaimo #Lantzville

Great to connect with the Greater Vancouver @boardoftrade.bsky.social to discuss opportunities to encourage economic growth, create jobs, and support the success of local businesses. Working together is the key to building a stronger future for everyone in our province. #vancouver #bcpoli

Great news for transit riders - @bctransit.com’s brand-new electric buses are hitting the streets soon — quieter, & better for our environment. Starting in #Victoria, then coming to other communities, including #Nanaimo. This is the future of transit. #PublicTransit #bcpoli

Visited one of HTEC’s hydrogen retail stations and toured their hydrogen production facility. This is what BC’s clean energy future looks like — innovative, local, and building good jobs along the way. #HTEC #HydrogenBC #CleanEnergy #Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli

As “the search for truth becomes more elusive” I spoke in the legislature about the impact of losing local newspapers. As printing presses close across Canada, we need strong, independent local media now more than ever. #Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli #cdnpoli #LocalNewsMatters #pressfreedom

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Recently visited the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority — the largest port in Canada and a major driver of jobs, trade, and clean innovation. From global exports to green shipping, this port connects B.C. to the world. #PortOfVancouver #BCJobs #SustainableShipping #Nanaimo #Lantzvile #bcpoli

Yesterday I joined an announcement made by Minister @lanapopham.bsky.social for the BC Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program — supporting over 8,500 households with access to fresh local food. A win for families, seniors, & farmers alike. #BCFarmersMarkets #FoodSecurity #bcpoli #Nanaimo

As a proud alum & keynote speaker, it was an honour to attend the Vancouver Island University convocation ceremonies and celebrate the incredible achievements of this year’s grads! Congrats to all the new grads building our future. 🌟Read more: news.viu.ca/alum-spotlight…#Nanaimom#Lantzvillele

I hosted a town hall with Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors & Longterm Care, Susie Chant to discuss the #Lantzville long-term care project & our government’s $3.5B+ investment to improve seniors care across B.C. Thank you to everyone who attended. #bcpoli #Nanaimo

Hydrogen isn’t just the future — it’s happening now in BC. From transit to clean jobs, companies like HTEC are helping us lead the way. I spoke in the Legislature about what this means for Nanaimo, our economy, and our province. #BCpoli #Nanaimo #Lantzville #hydrogen

Walked in solidarity in today’s Pride Parade. 🌈 Pride is protest, celebration, and community — all at once. Let’s keep standing up for love, justice, and safety for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, every day of the year. #Pride #LoveIsLove

Visited the Nanaimo BC SPCA & Community Animal Centre Grateful for the dedicated staff & volunteers who give animals the care and second chance they deserve. Let’s keep supporting this vital work in our community! #Nanaimo #SPCA #AdoptDontShop #Lantzville

Join me at the Beban Park Social Centre on June 13, at 4:30 pm as I welcome my colleague, the Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors’ Services and Long-Term Care, MLA Susie Chant, to Nanaimo for an informative event on long-term care in our area and British Columbia. Registration required.

Great to join the Pride flag raising at #Nanaimo City Hall. A symbol of love, inclusion, and the ongoing fight for equality. Our communities are stronger when everyone feels seen, safe, and celebrated. #LoveIsLove

June is Pride month, a time to recognize and celebrate the strength, contributions, and resilience of 2SLGBTQIA+ people B.C. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

You are invited to share your priorities for the next provincial budget by providing written input by June 20 at 2 p.m. through the Parliamentary Committees Consultation Portal (consultation-portal.leg.bc.ca). #Nanaimo #Lantzville

The Special Committee on Democratic and Electoral Reform is accepting requests to present on democratic engagement, voter participation, and electoral reform. If you are interested, submit a form by May 29 at 2 p.m. Here is the link: consultation-portal.leg.bc.ca. #Nanaimo #Lantzville