Legislation enacted by the B.C. government last fall to cut off “big money” from municipal election campaigns hit a bump in the road this month. Bill 15, also known as Local Elections Campaign Financing Amendment Act 2017, was earlier criticized for failing to address the influence of third parties. Now it looks like the legislation […]
Though the legislation to ban corporate and union donations for municipal elections was tabled recently, it is just beginning to sink in what a profound effect it could have on our current political system. On Oct. 30, the day before Halloween, B.C.’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Selina Robinson, unveiled Bill 15 — legislation […]
Originally published in Vancouver Courier The issue of missing emails and access to public documents has erupted into a full-fledged debate among political watchers about the commitment to “openness” in government. It is an important and complex issue that merits a thoughtful discussion even after the headlines fade from view and political rhetoric subsides. Today, […]
Originally published in Vancouver Courier and Business in Vancouver. Hear that? That’s the sound of government cash registers as they rake in revenue from Vancouver’s record-breaking real estate market. What you will certainly not hear above the din is any politician saying they will make any changes that could risk driving down housing prices. That […]