New Democrat statement on the Day of Mourning VICTORIA— John Horgan, leader of the B.C. New Democrats, issued the following statement on the Day of Mourning for B.C. workers who have lost their lives on the job: “Today we will …
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Standards for Care Homes
The Office of the Seniors Advocate of BC released the British Columbia Residential Care Quick Facts Directory on March 18, 2016. The Directory includes 292 publicly subsidized facilities in British Columbia and complies information such as serious incidence reports and care services and …
Question Period: Medication of seniors in care facilities
Selina Robinson questions Health Minister Terry Lake about the high percentage of seniors in care facilities being prescribed anti-depressants when they have not been diagnosed with depression. She also asks about the lack of services for caregivers noting the high …
Question Period: Serious Incidents in Seniors Care Facilities
Selina Robinson questions Health Minister Terry Lake about why staff are withholding information from the BC Seniors Advocate about serious infractions that occurred in government care facilities.
Working in Partnerships
Selina Robinson speaks to the importance of all levels of government working in relationships based on mutual respect recognizing that everyone brings something of value to the conversation.
April is Cancer Awareness and Daffodil Month
When you buy a daffodil pin and wear it in April, you show your support for Canadians living with cancer, you show that you understand how life-altering a cancer diagnosis can be, and you show that you want to help create a …
Tribute to the Riverview Lands and its Volunteers
Selina Robinson pays tribute to the Riverview Land’s magnificent arboretum and gardens and the volunteers who work so hard to preserve them.
Kids in Sport and the Development of Community
Selina Robinson shares her thoughts about kids in sport and the role that sport has in the lives of children and in our communities.
Selina Robinson’s Budget Debate
On February 16, 2016 the BC Liberal government delivered its budget and fiscal plan. Selina had an opportunity to debate the budget and comment on the ways in which the government’s budget decisions have and will continue to impact the individuals and families of …
Tribute to the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia
Selina Robinson acknowledges the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia for reminding us all that people with dementia deserve to be known foremost as a person with a rich, complex story that is understood and valued.