It was a privilege to tour Johnson Manor in Victoria alongside local MLA @gracealore.bsky.social and see firsthand the impact this recovery-oriented housing is having for men rebuilding their lives.
Christine Boyle
@christineboyle.bsky.social
BC Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs. BC NDP MLA for Vancouver-Little Mountain. Community builder.
Thoughtful piece on how a Rent to Own program could benefit hard working families in BC, in @thetyee.ca today. More below! 👇
New infant and toddler childcare centre opening in Osoyoos www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-...
New infant and toddler childcare centre opening in Osoyoos
A new childcare centre is coming to Osoyoos in August, filling a longstanding gap in the tourist town.
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Blood donation date night, with @sethdklein.bsky.social! I am always blown away by how many ppl take time out of their schedule to donate. It is an incredible reminder that we are surrounded by good, generous people, everywhere. If helping others is in your blood, find out more: www.blood.ca/en
We’re getting people inside warm, supportive homes and off the street in New West 🏡 So proud of this 52 unit supportive housing building under construction in MLA @jenniferwhiteside.bsky.social’s community that will be a supported, fresh start for people who are homeless or at risk.
So excited for this little addition to our team! Congratulations @bowinnma.bsky.social!!!
Welcome to the world, baby Jack! Born 7 lbs 3 oz on July 6th, guided into the world at 8:42 pm by the amazing team at Lions Gate Hospital. ❤️ Fun Fact: In 2023, Bowinn Ma became the third woman in BC history to give birth as a sitting cabinet minister; she's now the first to do so twice.
🚨 New seniors housing in Coquitlam We broke ground on 158 new rental units for seniors at two locations in Coquitlam, ready for move-in starting in 2027! • 290 Laval Square (right by services at Maillardville Community Centre!) • 443 Clayton Street A #homesforpeople 🧵
Okanagan Falls is becoming a municipality—the first in B.C. in 16 years. As the District of Okanagan Falls, residents will elect a mayor and four councillors in the 2026 General Local Elections. This puts local decisions in local hands. [Photo by Jack Borno]
🚨BIG housing news for British Columbians🚨 Today, BC and the federal government announced that we’re investing more than $5 billion in our province’s infrastructure. We’re going to use that $ to build more housing that people can actually afford.
Great to see Sen̓áḵw getting some love here, featuring @khelsilem.bsky.social along with lots of other great local housing voices (e.g. @1alexhemingway.bsky.social @tomdavidoff.bsky.social & @christineboyle.bsky.social) thrown into the mix. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/15/o...
Opinion | One City Might Have Just Cracked the Housing Crisis
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I lost my dad last week. Below is a link to the obituary my sister @naomiaklein.bsky.social and I wrote this weekend (helps to have a sister who’s a pretty good writer 😉), along with a bunch of photos. A few more reflections. 🧵... everloved.com/life-of/mich...
Visit Michael C. Klein's Memorial Website
Take part in remembering Michael C. Klein. Read his obituary, share your own memories, and learn about any funeral details on Ever Loved.
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B.C.'s economy remains resilient in the face of global instability. In May: ↑ 25,200 jobs vs. last month - all full-time ↑ 14,800 private sector jobs ↑ 7,200 youth jobs (2nd largest gain in 🇨🇦) - Unemployment: 6.8% unchanged Since 2017, private sector emp. is up by 149K 1/2
Renters👇 this one’s for you. Housing is way too expensive. It makes life hard when such a large part of your income goes towards your rent. This has to change. Here’s the good news: asking rents in B.C. are finally going down — and it’s not by accident. A #homesforpeople 🧵
From 2007-2016 the average number of new purpose built rental units across BC was ~2,500 per year. In 2025 it was 26,000! 🎉 Asking rents are going down ⬇️ Vacancy rates are going up, creating more choice for renters ⬆️ We’re delivering #HomesForPeople, in communities they love. ❤️ #BCPoli
Across BC, renters are starting to see real relief: • Asking rents are down 12.5% from 2023 • Vacancy rates are rising • More options for renters, including ability to negotiate their rent • 26,000+ purpose-built rentals registered in 2025 Progress is underway, with more to do.
Across BC, renters are starting to see real relief: • Asking rents are down 12.5% from 2023 • Vacancy rates are rising • More options for renters, including ability to negotiate their rent • 26,000+ purpose-built rentals registered in 2025 Progress is underway, with more to do.
Even Conservative MLAs don't support Kerry-Lynne Findlay and her Trump-style politics. She attacked the family of Conservative MLA Peter Milobar just because they're Indigenous. She's the most extreme, divisive party leader in BC history. No wonder pro-Trump MLAs all back her.
Welcome to 375 Glen Dr, where we just opened 248 homes and shelter spaces for people in the DTES 🏢♥️ That’s 248 spaces added to 1,100 new and renovated spaces in the DTES opened since 2023, and almost 700 more opening by the end of this year! - A #homesforpeople thread 🧵
Save money & reduce energy use with the launch of Power Smart 2.0. For an average BCHydro customer - taking full advantage of programs & offers could offset one-third or more of their annual power bill. 👉 bchydro.com/toolbar/about/strategies-plans-regulatory/supply-operations/power-smart-plan.html
JOIN US! 🥳 Our annual Spring Fundraiser in #Vancouver #LittleMountain is coming up. And it is always a ton of fun! Come join us for an evening of lively conversation, cocktails and charcuterie (with veg options). Get your ticket now! Last year sold out: secure.bcndp.org/civicrm/even...
🚨It’s Emergency Preparedness Week🚨 And this year’s theme is “in it together,” because preparing for emergencies is a team effort to keep everyone safe. Today, Minister of Emergency Management @kellyrichmondbc.bsky.social introduced us to emergency response teams from across BC 🙌
Seniors are moving into 76 new supportive homes with 24/7 supports in Vancouver’s Victory Square 🙌 The Tung Sam Lau building at 177 West Pender just opened! A #homesforpeople 🧵 /1
That is why I’m calling on Ottawa to introduce strong, enforceable safety standards so that the law keeps pace with technological advancements. We cannot wait – lives depend on it. Read my full statement here: news.gov.bc.ca/33676
Attorney general’s, minister of state’s statements on federal online harms legislation
Niki Sharma, Attorney General, and Rick Glumac, Minister of State for AI and New Technologies, have released the following statements about B.C.’s ongoing advocacy to the federal government about online harms legislation and AI regulation:
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Every parent knows the struggle of keeping your kid safe online. Unregulated social media platforms & AI tools are exposing young people to real harm. Self‑policing by tech companies has failed.
Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌱 Today (and every day) it's important to work together to protect the people and places we love. That's on my mind in every decision I make, large and small. @randeneneillmlabc.bsky.social #EarthDay #EarthDay2026 #BCPoli #VanBike #ShorterShowers #Parenting
Thanks to the Hospital Employees Union for meeting with us. We’re grateful for their continued advocacy in healthcare & the work they do. @christineboyle.bsky.social @harwindersandhu.bsky.social @nikisharma.bsky.social @rparmarbc.bsky.social @sheilamalcolmsonbc.bsky.social @bcndpcaucus.bsky.social
Really pleased to share some good news alongside Mayor Tom Dyas this morning: Kelowna will be the first community to benefit from our accelerated short-term rental opt-out timeline after vacancy rates stayed above 3% for two years 🎉
We’re building COMMUNITY (QMUNITY, that is) in this housing 🚨🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Was so excited to visit the 981 Davie St construction site! 154 units of new, affordable rentals are being built for people with middle to low incomes. #vanpoli #homesforpeople /1
This is really important! Very happy to see this!
Bill 18 brings babies in the boardroom 👶 Just kidding, we can’t mandate that (even though we would love to). But I am so proud to bring forward this legislation that will allow parental leave for up to 26 weeks for local elected officials. CC: @ubcm.bsky.social