Lekstrom warns of tough times in BC budget preview
Peace River South MLA Blair Lekstrom told Dawson Creek city council that BC faces a $2.4 billion spending gap and that painful cuts are coming. He cited job cuts, health care governance changes, and opposition to free market power pricing while backing Hydro core assets and independent power production. MLAs return to Victoria Feb 12 before a three month sitting.
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Cost of Healthy Eating in BC Report Highlights Hunger and Poverty
A Dietitians of Canada report finds 370000 British Columbians face hunger yearly and that a family of four needs about 626 dollars monthly for food. Rising costs of food and rent strain low income households, with links to health issues and higher medical costs. Local tips include community gardens kitchens and Meals on Wheels, with contact numbers for programs in Chetwynd and area.
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