Premier Gordon Campbell visits UBC School of Journalism

BC’s Premier Gordon Campbell is passionate about making Vancouver a magnet for tourism, learning and fusion of diverse cultures.

Premier Campbell

The Premier was addressing graduate students at the University of British Columbia, School of Journalism on Friday, October 24, 2008.

After a brief talk Premier Campbell opened the floor up for questions which made his ten point plan more clear to the audience present.

Vancouver’s affordable housing has been a pressing concern for all residents. When quizzed upon how he intends to solve this persisting problems Campbell said he would remove regulations restricting lot sizes. Reducing 40 feet lot subdivisions to 33 foot lots, “would probably drive down the average housing cost in Vancouver by about $200,000 alone.”

Premier Campbell took pride in the fact that Vancouver is the host of 2010 Winter Olympic games which adds to distinction apart from being one of the best cities in the world to live in.

He said Journalism is the second best job in the world apart from working for public service.

When asked whether he would be interested in running for the forth coming November 12, 2009 BC provincial elections, Premier Campbell said, ” I want to be re-elected as BC’s Premier.”

Mayoral hopeful Richard Stewart wants Coquitlam to lead…

Richard Stewart with Coquitlam residents

Liberal Mayoral candidate Richard Stewart hopes to make Coquitlam, an important suburb of the Metro Vancouver Area into a major commercial and residential hub.

Stewart, also former MLA acknowledged that improved transit facilities and better access through roads Coquitlam residents can commute to other lower mainland cities with ease for work or learning. He encouraged young voters to come forward and make their voices matter.

Stewart was speaking to an informal gathering of community members at the private residence of LaVerne and Anwar Zuberi local socialites and prominent residents of Coquitlam.

Long time supporter and friend Paul Veltmeyer and his wife Suzanna were present on the occasion.

When asked, “What part is Coquitlam playing in the 2010 Olympics?” Stewart candidly admitted, “None.”

Stewart went on to recognize the contribution Maillardville has made to the French-Canadian community in Coquitlam. Stewart is fluent in English and French. He emphasized the importance of both as the official languages of the Olympics globally.

Stewart promised he will try to visit the local mosque before the election to introduce himself to the community members of Coquitlam.

Coquitlam has a diverse resident setup which makes it one of the very exciting and promising communities to live, work and study in.

The next General Local Election will be held on November 15, 2008. Qualified electors in the City of Coquitlam will vote to elect a Mayor, eight Councillors and four School Trustees.

Get your vote in and make it count.

Faiza Zia Khan