This is a critical election for climate and the environment in B.C.
After another summer of record-breaking drought and wildfires, protecting ecosystems and reducing climate-warming pollution is more important than ever.
If a liveable planet is important to you, ask candidates in your riding the following questions before you head to the polls on October 19:
- Will you keep BC’s promise to protect 30 percent of lands, especially old growth and endangered ecosystems, by 2030?
- Will you continue the work with First Nations to co-develop a law protecting biodiversity everywhere in BC?
- Will you provide funds to support First Nations and forestry-dependent communities to move away from clearcut logging?
- Will you stop approving new LNG and fossil fuel projects, and invest in renewable energy instead?
- Will you commit to placing a cap on oil and gas emissions and ending fossil fuel subsidies?
- Do you support DRIPA (Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act) and commit to ongoing implementation of the Act?
Go one step farther
This election is a chance to have your say and help ensure a thriving future for the lands, waters, and all who call them home. Here are some more helpful resources:
- Feel free to download the graphic above to share with friends and family in B.C.
- This page by our friends at Organizing for Change provides information for voters from across the political spectrum who want to learn more about environmental issues in the upcoming election.
- The Narwhal has put together a brief look at what the different parties are pledging on old-growth logging, liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects, protected areas and biodiversity. Read it here.
- You can register to vote in advance online or by phone until midnight on October 7. After that, you can still register on arrival when you go to vote but registering in advance will streamline the process. Learn more about how to register or check if you are already registered online here.
A brighter future with a safe climate and healthy ecosystems is possible. For the safety of our communities, please consider the environment this election.
Graphic by Mary Paquet/SCBC
