SECURITY
We prioritize the safety and security of our families and communities through strong police forces, national defense and a resilient border strategy. Crime should be punished. Criminals should be rehabilitated. Safety begins when we no longer accept criminal behaviour but also encourage pro-social actions.Â
BUSINESS
Small and medium business are the cornerstone of Canadian commerce and the lifeblood of a free market economy. We will encourage these business with tax relief, reduced red tape, and grants to help get new, innovative, companies off the ground to make our economy both home grown, and stronger.Â
HEALTHCARE
Our healthcare system needs help. No one should wait 12+ hours in an ER, nor should they wait 8 months to see a specialist. We will encourage health care professionals by creating tax incentives to attract them to Canada while giving them the support they need to do the life-saving jobs they do. This on top of increasing spaces at Canadian medical schools.Â
Key Issues
We are committed to addressing the priorities that matter most to our community in Courtenay–Alberni.
Housing and Affordability
We are dedicated to ensuring that our local infrastructure supports the growth and safety of our residents. This includes modernizing our roads and public transit systems to meet the needs of a growing community. It also means brining down the cost of the things that we need every day. We do that by making the transport costs as low as possible. This starts with cheap energy.Â
Economy and Taxes
Taxes are crucial at funding our public institutions. Fiscal accountability means money isn't lost to the system, or gone entirely with no receipt. Carbon, and other taxes diminish growth and raise the cost of living. High debts impact our budget and reduce spending power. Increasing the money supply drives up inflation. We need sound fiscal policy to get back to basics, allowing people and businesses to thrive.Â
Crime and Justice
Our justice system should be designed to discourage people from braking the law. And it should exist to ensure that those who do are properly punished for their transgressions in a fair a just way. Too often victims are left asking how recent sentencing is fair and just. We do not support two-tier justice.Â
Energy and Environment
GDP is the manifestation of energy. We will repeal anti-development legislation such as Bill C-69, fast-track resource projects, and support the development of east-west pipelines and LNG facilities. Canada, and the world needs our energy, and we can provide it in clean ways to light the future while balancing care for our environment.Â