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George Anderson

@georgeandersonbc.bsky.social

BC Parliamentary Secretary for Transit. BC NDP MLA for Nanaimo - Lantzville Lawyer, Fmr City Councillor, Cyclist, Egalitarian, Saxophone & Piano Player. Proud British Columbia! https://linktr.ee/George.Anderson.BC

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I am hosting a Lantzville Community Townhall. It is an opportunity to connect, update residents on provincial initiatives, and answer any questions they have. If you want to join me, please RSVP through Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1984340139...

04.03.2026 23:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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100 days until the FIFA World Cup 2026 ⚽

Seven matches in Vancouver. Hundreds of thousands of fans. Billions watching around the globe.

Let’s show them the very best of our province.

πŸŽ₯ Watch my Legislature statement: youtu.be/rw7w4xB4w4Y?fe…

#WorldCup2026 #Bcpoli #fifa2026 #vanpoli #vancouver

04.03.2026 05:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Human rights must stand above politics.

I spoke in the Legislature about why dignity cannot be conditional. Rights are rarely lost all at once, they’re weakened little by little.

In B.C., human rights are not negotiable. Now or ever.

πŸŽ₯ Watch: youtu.be/hDKoRPYmQOw?si…

#bcpoli

03.03.2026 00:53 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Freight powers our economy.

I brought together leaders from ports, rail, trucking, labour & industry to strengthen B.C.’s supply chains, support skilled trades, & position us to compete in uncertain times.

See my statement: youtu.be/3Bm5VZtSNc4?si…

#bcpoli #Nanaimo #lookwest

01.03.2026 17:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honoured to attend the Wounded Warrior Run BC at Lantzville Legion 257 in Lantzville.

Service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. Supporting the mental health of our veterans, first responders, and their families is a responsibility we all share.

#Lantzville #WoundedWarriors #Nanaimo

28.02.2026 21:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On #PinkShirtDay, we reaffirm our commitment to respect, inclusion and the kind of leadership that brings people together. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

25.02.2026 21:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Black History Month isnt only remembered. It’s being built every day across BC.

Sankofa: learn from the past. Build the future.

Watch my full statement here: youtu.be/MQUg6cFAmbo?...

#Nanaimo #Lantzville #BlackHistoryMonth #BCpoli

24.02.2026 21:50 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to celebrate Lunar New Year with our community in Nanaimo.

Thank you to the Nanaimo Chinese Cultural Society, Chair Jerry Hong, Chairs Susanna Mah and Michael Guan of the Nanaimo Chinese Freemasons.

Wishing everyone a year of health, prosperity, and good fortune.
#LunarNewYear #Nanaimo

24.02.2026 01:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our community came together to mark four years since unjustified invasion of Ukraine.

We remember the lives lost and stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people as they defend their freedom and future.

Nanaimo stands with #Ukraine.

#SlavaUkraini #Nanaimo

23.02.2026 06:07 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrated the 25th Maple Sugar Festival and the QuΓ©bΓ©cois tradition of la cabane Γ  sucre.

Culture, community, and connection β€” because when we share our traditions, we build a stronger Canada.

Merci to the organizers and volunteers for 25 great years! 🍁

22.02.2026 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Grateful to join our community at Maffeo Sutton Park to stand with the people of Iran.

Those who protest peacefully will never stand alone.

In Nanaimo-Lantzville, we stand for human rights, dignity, and freedom for everyone.

#StandWithIran #Nanaimo #Lantzville

22.02.2026 06:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was an honour to welcome Donna Hais, Chair of the Fair Care Alliance, to the Legislature for the reading of Budget 2026. My colleagues and I have been advocating for a new patient tower in Nanaimo and I'm encouraged to see movement on hospital expansion in this year’s budget.
#Nanaimo #Lantzville

20.02.2026 17:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honoured to convene leaders from BC’s transportation, logistics & export sectors to discuss working together to diversify trade & strengthen BC’s gateways to global markets.

Thank you for a productive discussion on how we ensure prosperity for all British Columbians.

#bcpoli #lookwest

06.02.2026 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to connect with newcomers at the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society Newcomer Wellness Fair about the supports available in our community and how my office can assist. #Nanaimo #Lantzville

06.02.2026 22:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A great evening at Robbie’s Day Supper hosted by Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10 Nanaimo. Celebrating tradition and community.

Thanks to Brigadoon Dance Academy & Pacific Gael Pipes and Drums for keeping history alive. πŸ₯ƒπŸŒΉ

#Nanaimo #Robbieburnsday

26.01.2026 23:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The courage to belong. Courage is a bridge between fear and fairness. Courage is the app that proceeds compassion. We cannot legislate love, but we can lead with courage. We cannot erase the past, but we can face it with courage. We cannot stop every active heat, but we can drown it out with the sheer volume of courage and care. He divides easily, but courage unit units deeply. And if heat spread spreads like fire, then let courage spread like light. In our time, let it be said that British Colombian stood together, that we had the courage to see one another fully, and to love one another fiercely. MLA George AG Anderson. Statement on Auntie work in British Columbia Columbia, October 28, 2025.

The courage to belong. Courage is a bridge between fear and fairness. Courage is the app that proceeds compassion. We cannot legislate love, but we can lead with courage. We cannot erase the past, but we can face it with courage. We cannot stop every active heat, but we can drown it out with the sheer volume of courage and care. He divides easily, but courage unit units deeply. And if heat spread spreads like fire, then let courage spread like light. In our time, let it be said that British Colombian stood together, that we had the courage to see one another fully, and to love one another fiercely. MLA George AG Anderson. Statement on Auntie work in British Columbia Columbia, October 28, 2025.

This matters, today and every day. #Nanaimo #Lantzville
You can watch the full statement on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQTu...

08.01.2026 18:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At every visit this past year, I heard a common message: leadership isn’t measured in wordsβ€”it’s measured in impact. Heading into the new year grounded in community, guided by policy, and inspired by the people of B.C. #Nanaimo #Lantzville
Watch my full statement:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DApC...

01.01.2026 04:59 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Merry Christmas πŸŽ„βœ¨

Grateful for community, family, and the chance to serve.
Wishing everyone a day filled with warmth, joy, and prosperity in 2026!

25.12.2025 20:41 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚒🚌 On the ground with the Minister of Transportation and Transit Mike Farnworth.

Touring the Port of Nanaimo, visiting RDN Transit, and meeting with local stakeholders to hear directly what’s working β€” and what needs to improve.

#Nanaimo #Lantzville

22.12.2025 21:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This shooting in Bondi was an act of antisemitic violence. My heart is with the victims, their families, and Jewish communities in Australia & around the world. No one should live in fear because of who they are. Hate and violence have no place in our societies.

14.12.2025 18:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to join Mountain Equipment Company CEO Peter Hlynsky for the MEC Nanaimo grand opening.

When Canadian companies invest, hire, and grow here at home, they create real economic opportunity.

Let’s keep our elbows up & let’s keep building a strong, confident Canadian economy. πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦πŸ’ͺ

#Nanaimo #MEC

14.12.2025 05:09 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨The session may be over, but the fight to make B.C. more affordable isn’t.

I continue to push for housing affordability with my bill the Professional Reliance Act which aims to deliver real results for everyday British Columbians.βš™οΈπŸ—οΈ

#Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli

11.12.2025 02:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This stuff is so boring so people glaze over it, but this over the top statement is a clear example showing how some municipalities prefer micromanagement over solving the housing crisis.

Let me illustrate what UBCM is pushing back against by using an example from health care.

30.11.2025 17:23 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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36 years ago, the lives of 14 women were taken at Γ‰cole Polytechnique. Their memory urges us to build a future free of gender-based violence, where everyone can live and learn in safety.

Thank you to the Nanaimo Duncan and District Labour Council for holding this vigil.

#Nanaimo #Lantzville

08.12.2025 01:27 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Great analogy of why Bill M216 matters here from @ryanjabs.bsky.social.

The Legislative Assembly is taking public input until Jan 6: consultation-portal.leg.bc.ca/consultations

Let’s trust our highly educated, fully regulated professionals and get home costs down.

30.11.2025 17:51 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Big News: the Canadian Federation of Independent Business is supporting my bill.

Another strong voice pushing for faster, smarter housing approvals so young people and families can find homes they can actually afford 🏑🧑

#Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli

www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/media/let...

03.12.2025 22:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ””My bill passed second reading β€” a step toward lowering housing costs and creating more affordable opportunities for young people and families.

#Nanaimo #Lantzville #bcpoli

18.11.2025 19:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ””Big news! Strong Towns Nanaimo has endorsed Bill M216 β€” recognizing it as smart, practical reform that cuts red tape, speeds up housing, and keeps local planning control where it belongs.

beautifulnanaimo.ca/posts/2025/1...

#BuildBetterBC #Nanaimo #BCPoli

17.11.2025 16:37 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for supporting my Private Members bill.

#bcpoli

17.11.2025 16:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Grateful to receive support for Bill M216 from Homes for Living YYJ. A community housing advocacy group.

β€œTo meet affordability goals, we must ensure that it is faster and easier to build dense infill housing rather than suburban sprawl.”

#bcpoli #Nanaimo #Lantzville #Victoriabc

16.11.2025 22:36 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0