You’re not done yet!
December 26, 2009
Let’s be honest: 2009 was a challenging year for greens around the world. After the by-election, most of us had high hopes for significant progress in Copenhagen, but our leaders failed to deliver anything significant.
It is pretty clear now that if we are to save our planet and our futures, it is the citizens of the World will need to stand up and take action. Here is an inspirational video from youths around the world.
(If you can not see embedded video, you can see it here.)
Happy Holidays to all.
Wishing everyone an excellent – and green – 2010.
Remember to Vote today – Nov 9, 2009
November 9, 2009
Today is voting day in the New Westminster – Coquitlam riding.
Polls are open 7am to 7pm throughout the riding.
To find your poll station select WHERE TO VOTE from our menu, or follow this link.
A by-election is a good time to vote Green to send a message to Ottawa.
Please remember to exercise your right to vote!
“Most Candidates debate” at Douglas College
November 4, 2009
Rebecca did a great job of answer questions at tonight’s “Most Candidates debate” (to coin Fin Donnelly’s line). As expected, Diana Dilworth (Conservative) did not attend. Shame on her!
The 3 candidates that did attend all competed for the “green” vote. Almost every question turned into three targeted messages on sustainability. Fantastic!
Nov 4, 2009 - Debate at Douglas College
Here is a sample from tonight’s debate:
(If video does not load, you can see it here.)
Way to go Rebecca!
All Candidate Meetings this week.
November 2, 2009
Two all candidate meetings are coming up in this final week of campaigning. One is in New Westminster, the other in Coquitlam:
- Douglas College will be hosting a debate on Wednesday, Nov 4, 2009 at 6 pm on the 3rd floor of the student union building. The exact address is 88 – 7th Street, New Westminster.
- Burquitlam Community Association is hosting an all candidate forum on Thursday, Nov 5, 2009 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the gymnasium at Banting Middle School (820 Banting St in Coquitlam).
Come early to meet Rebecca Helps, our tireless Green Party candidate.
Plan for a Sustainable Future
October 29, 2009
Inside, guys with all the smarts and credentials say that it can be done, should be done, and how it will be done. It was the first positive hit by “mainstream” media and folks in the US that what we greens have been talking about all along is doable with today’s technology, not tomorrow’s. Great articles.
See the interactive online here.
CTV “Bridge to a Cool Planet”
October 25, 2009
Rebecca was quoted in CTV’s coverage of Vancouver’s contribution to the 350.org international day of climate action. Vancouver held Canada’s largest event “Bridge to a Cool Planet” with 5000+ in attendance.
(If video does not load, see it here.)
Rebecca joins thousands in Climate Action rally
October 24, 2009
Putting the planet before politics, Rebecca joins thousands on Saturday October 24, 2009 for Climate Action rally.
Rebecca Helps, the Green Party candidate in the by-election has been canvassing almost non-stop since the by-election has been called. However, her dedication to the campaign didn’t stop her from taking off a few precious hours on Saturday to take part in a climate action rally being dubbed “bridge to a cooler planet”.
“We must put the planet before politics,” said Helps. “I’ll be jumping on the Skytrain to show my support for real action on climate change.”
Helps, along with thousands of other BC residents will join together for a parade across the Cambie bridge, which is being partially closed for the rally. Similar rallies are happening around the globe on Saturday to mark the International Day of Action leading up to the Copenhagen Climate.
The rallies are pushing the government to reduce global carbon dioxide levels down to 350 ppm, the level leading scientist feel is safe, from their current 390 ppm. The current levels, according to recent reports are having devastating affects on the planets ice caps.
Rebecca Helps believes that a by-election is the perfect opportunity for voters to send a strong message that they want real action on climate, and that win or lose, a strong green vote will put pressure on the government.
“Every time the Green Party does well, the other parties suddenly announce new climate initiatives. Win or lose, I know a Green vote can make a difference.”
Elizabeth May, our amazing Green Party leader, went to Ottawa to join another similar demonstration called “Fill the Hill”.
(If video does not load, you can see it here.)
Age of Stupid Playing at Douglas College NW Oct 22 7:00 pm
October 21, 2009
This must see film is playing in New Westminster Thursday October 22 at 7:00 pm at Douglas College room 1614. Tickets are $6.00 at the door. Come early it appears likely to sell out.
If video does not load, see the movie trailer here.
If you want to find out more, go to Age of Stupid website.
David Suzuki in Toronto asked for “good news” about environment?
October 19, 2009
Watch David Suzuki in Toronto for “good news” about environment.
(If video does not load, you can view it here.)
Snow Job Launch Video
October 19, 2009
Sunday Oct 18th a large number of guests got to meet Elizabeth May, Rebecca Helps and listened as Bill Deverell launched his great new book Snow Job. Catch a glimpse of the launch on this short video clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ewL4z1HYF0 .