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Opposition voices praise inclusion of First Nations, but question use of regulation

Expanded legislation recognizes climate change, First Nations’ rights around emergency management

MANCHESTER — Manchester’s two Vermont House Reps., Kathleen James and Seth Bongartz, will appear before the Selectboard on Tuesday night to outline bills that passed in the last session and

Opposition voices praise inclusion of First Nations, but question use of regulation

Question period is different now that there is a fourth political party sitting in the legislature — the Conservative Party of BC

PRRD board directors discussed the proposed legislation at their October 5, 2023 board meeting and agreed that three months isn’t sufficient time to get a solid understanding of the act, nor is it enough time to consult their respective communities and constituents. 

The Peace River Regional District says they feel the provincial government’s plan to modernize the Emergency Program Act is too open-ended for local governments to deal with - nor have they been left with enough time to consult their communities.

Residents with properties impacted by wildfire, affected by structure loss no longer under order

Residents with properties impacted by wildfire, affected by structure loss no longer under order

The task force will be asked to provide “action-oriented recommendations on enhancing emergency preparedness and response in advance of the 2024 wildfire season,” the province said.