When she first decided to run, some sent sexist nepo-baby insults her way, but let me tell you: Caroline Elliott is an absolute superstar. Brilliant, hard-working, strong in both politics and policy, and had a number of Conservative Party of BC supporters still excited to help her win.

Great news 👇 “The number of opioid-related deaths in Alberta has declined again this year, with the province reporting fewer overdose deaths in May than in any month since before the COVID-19 pandemic.” theglobeandmail.com/canada/article…

On Sept 1, more than 10,000 mental health staff will transition to Recovery Alberta as it begins full operations. This marks an exciting new chapter for mental health and addiction services, with one dedicated agency to improve patient care: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Okay one more #bcpoli info drop before the long weekend. New vote intent & trend data out RN from us at Angus Reid Institute. Gonna do a quick thread here.

4 Brutally Honest Reminders From Seneca: 1. Stop putting things off 2. Most suffering is self-inflicted 3. Seek out challenges 4. Stop acting like you’re going to live forever

My heart breaks along with the entire Jewish community—and anyone who can still discern good and evil—at the news of Hamas executing six hostages. I am thinking especially of the Goldberg-Polin family, who have exhibited grace, strength, and moral clarity beyond description.

Everyone thinks self love is eating junk foods, watching movies & taking bubble baths. Self love is really about doing hard workouts, eating healthy & going to bed at a reasonable time.

Another 6 beautiful souls taken hostage on October 7th by the Hamas genocidal death cult were murdered while in captivity in Gaza. May their memories be a blessing. These same evil terrorists killed 7 Canadians and continue to be supported by the tyrants in Tehran. Hamas

Nice piece on NYT on the brain disease model of Addiction with many good insights (ie. Kirsten E. Smith PhD , Keith Humphreys and others :) nytimes.com/2024/09/03/hea…

In September, we celebrate Recovery Month! Our government knows that recovery is possible, and is something every person deserves an opportunity to pursue. Through the Alberta Recovery Model, we are helping people rebuild their lives and reconnect with those they love.

Remembering Queen Elizabeth II, 1926-2022.

I made it clear from the outset: I won’t be accepting a candidacy when so many of my fellow candidates have had to stand down under difficult circumstances. #bcpoli

Today, let this be the answer.

On this day 23 years ago, nearly 3,000 innocent people were murdered in the September 11 terrorist attacks. We remember the victims and honour the brave first responders who ran into danger to save lives. Canadians stand united with our American neighbours in fighting terrorism

The lessons of the fall of the twin towers continue to reverberate decades after the event itself. Canada is failing to come to grips with radical Islamism right here at home. #TwinTowers #September11attacks #september11th

Some short reflections on dealing with self-consciousness.

“Baloney factory”! That is how the NDP leader labelled my axe the tax demand 6 months ago. Who is full of baloney now? vancouversun.com/news/politics/…

B.C. woman reveals greatest life lesson after celebrating 100th birthday bc.ctvnews.ca/b-c-woman-reve…

Today, I stood alongside my fellow BC leaders, united in our call for urgent action on public safety, mental health, and the addictions crisis. We're pushing for real change - asking the Federal Government for the legal and financial support to make mandatory care a reality,

Today, Chief Constable Adam Palmer joined Vancouver Mayor Mayor Ken Sim and other community leaders from throughout Metro #Vancouver and issued an urgent call to action to address public safety, mental health, and addictions. “We serve this city with great compassion for our most