@karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social
Leader, CentreBC - Canadian, mom, gardener, musician, and former Member of the Legislative Assembly of BC. Worried about democracy. Follows politics. Loves science. Interested in innovative housing solutions and sustainability. MBA, LLM, CPA, FCPA 🇨🇦
@karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social, Leader of CentreBC, issued a statement today condemning BC Conservative leader Trevor Halford for a social media post supporting US President Donald Trump’s lawless seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
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CentreBC is calling for urgent provincial leadership after the December 2nd announcement that the Crofton Pulp Mill will close permanently, eliminating approximately 350 jobs and delivering a devastating blow to families and businesses across the Cowichan Valley.
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04.12.2025 01:03 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Sometimes you just have to sit back with some popcorn and think… if only BC had a calm, professional, centrist alternative political party that could defeat the BC NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social
Oh wait—we do. #CentreBC #bcpoli @centrebc.bsky.social
CentreBC is thrilled to welcome Cole Anderson as its new Membership Chair!
Huge thanks to Rachelle Chartrand for her amazing work these past months. She now returns to her role as Okanagan Regional Director to help get the region election ready. 💙
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CentreBC says the NDP government’s “Look West” economic plan is full of lofty goals but lacks credible solutions, failing to address private-sector stagnation, record deficits, or the affordability pressures facing families.
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Today on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we pause to reflect on the lives lost to violence and discrimination. It’s a reminder that everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to live without fear. Building a respectful, caring province is something we can all stand behind.
20.11.2025 17:34 — 👍 6 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
CentreBC is warning the NDP government’s ‘Look West’ economic plan is long on grand ambitions, short on credible solutions, and failing to reverse private sector stagnation, address record deficits, or offer relief for families facing BC’s affordability crisis.
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Great ideas and conversation were on full display last night at CentreBC's Victoria event led by @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social and Val Litwin. Focused on a pragmatic, solutions-driven vision and call for innovation and progress, over partisanship and chaos.
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Curiosity about CentreBC is growing; we’re inviting YOU to take a look for yourself at our next CentreCurious Event.
Hear from Leader @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social + our Executive team about:
• What CentreBC stands for
• Why interest is growing
• How you can get involved
RSVP 👇
Guess what 67% of British Columbians have in common? They see themselves in the political centre. #CentreBC is for the majority who want to move past extremes. Join us in making balanced, pragmatic, evidence based solutions the norm.
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Thank you @jonahfromcanada.bsky.social for sharing this. Yikes.
13.11.2025 00:03 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
#IndigenousVeteransDay Today we honour the sacrifice of First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples who have served in Canada’s Armed Forces, historically not receiving the recognition or rights as others upon return home.May we remember their bravery & commit to a future built on truth & reconciliation.
08.11.2025 22:37 — 👍 8 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
Former B.C. United MLA @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social is heading CentreBC, a new centrist party formed this year. Their spokesperson, @trevorloke.bsky.social, joins CBC to share the party's plan to take on the extortion crisis.
Listen here 👇
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Most British Columbians want cooperation, stability and real solutions — not yelling matches. That’s where we’re focused. Let's put forward solutions for British Columbians - not spread hate and anger. Politics need better! @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc
06.11.2025 20:36 — 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Remember that task force the Premier said would defend B.C. against U.S. tariffs? The one with business, labour & Indigenous leaders? It's already gone. The NDP @bcnewdemocrats.bsky.social confuse announcements with action. @votecentrebc.bsky.social #centrebc #bcpoli
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Extortion threats, arsons, and shootings are terrorizing families and businesses -- particularly in Surrey. Today, CentreBC is demanding an immediate, coordinated crackdown that uses the tools now available to law enforcement, while protecting victims and speeding prosecutions.
06.11.2025 18:07 — 👍 6 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0And more good news for BC on the sports front! What a night! The @WhitecapsFC win a thrilling shootout vs FC Dallas to advance to the Western Conference semifinal! 💙⚽️ #VWFC #MLSPlayoffs @whitecapsfc.com @centrebc.bsky.social
02.11.2025 06:24 — 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0So many games today! The BC Lions roar on! 🦁 A hard-fought win over the Stampeders sends them to the Western Final. Determination and teamwork on full display. Let’s go, Lions! 💪🏈 #BCLions #CFLPlayoffs @VoteCentreBC
02.11.2025 05:58 — 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0What a run, Jays. 💙 You gave us grit, heart, and a reminder of what Toronto and Canada pride looks like. The Series didn’t end our way—but the energy, unity, and fight were unforgettable. #BlueJays #WorldSeries #centrebc
02.11.2025 05:43 — 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We need teamwork, not political theatre.
Eby’s anti-tariff ad risks Canada’s unity and BC jobs.
CentreBC stands for smart, coordinated diplomacy — not grandstanding. @centrebc.bsky.social
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2/2 But not everyone is this lucky: lobular breast cancer is especially tricky to diagnose — it often grows in “lines” not lumps, and can blend in with normal tissue, making detection difficult. Don't delay your mammogram! 💗 #LobularAwareness #EarlyDetection #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
16.10.2025 00:21 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 01/2 Today, Oct 15, is Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. In 2022 I was diagnosed with lobular cancer — and I’m so grateful for the love, care & support that have brought me to a place of health and happiness.
16.10.2025 00:21 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0As always, your comments are sound and based on knowledge and experience. Thank you.
14.09.2025 16:16 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🔥 “Hot off the mic”🎙️
@centrebc.bsky.social leader, @karinkirkpatrick.bsky.social joined @joelgrenz.com & @seanwood-bc.bsky.social @nonpartisanhacks.com for a casual yet fascinating conversation on how we will do better #housing #mentalhealth #addictions
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Another great night at the Harmony Arts Festival @harmonyartswv . Great band March Hare had everyone up on their feet. My daughter enjoyed trying on clothes from our fabulous local designers. All topped off by a harvest moon. Festival continues to August 10!
08.08.2025 04:40 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Some difficult spending decisions will have to be made that will allow for debt repayment. Currently, government's 3rd highest expense is interest on debt. This money should be going to those desperately needed services. Nothing is simple.
08.08.2025 01:36 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Fair question. Raising taxes isn’t the only — or best — way to deal with a deficit.
The real solution starts with better financial management: tracking where money is going, using data to measure impact, and reallocating spending to what actually works.
BC’s debt has skyrocketed under the NDP & Premier David Eby — up $44 billion in just 2 years. A 49.4% increase, with over half of it going to cover operating costs, not schools or hospitals.
Families can’t live off credit forever. Neither can governments. #bcpoli
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