B-C politicians are calling on the premier to do more as the province prepares to face U-S tariffs on Canadian goods.
City of Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke says she wrote to David Eby yesterday urging him to roll out a comprehensive relief package, similar to what was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, to support businesses and families.
Locke says the tariffs will put the city in a vulnerable situation since Surrey has the largest border crossing on the west coast and over 20 per cent of businesses have ties with the U-S.
— Office of the Mayor (@SurreyMayor) February 2, 2025
B-C Conservative Leader John Rustad says his party has outlined a 10-point tariff response plan and is urging the N-D-P government to immediately put it in place to protect the provincial economy.
Almost two years ago, I ran for the leadership of the Conservative Party of BC with a simple slogan — “Fight for BC”.
— John Rustad (@JohnRustad4BC) February 3, 2025
Now, I’m asking all British Columbians to join me to “Fight for BC”.
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