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MILOBAR - We need to restore clarity, accountability, and democratic responsibility in this province


During the last debate, candidates discussed how we would respond to civil unrest following the repeal of DRIPA.

I’ve been on the front lines of this fight, and I want to be clear with you about what leadership looks like.

When protests turned into fires on the steps of the Legislature during the Wet’suwet’en blockades, I was there calling on then-Premier John Horgan to act. I said the same thing then that I’m saying now:

The rule of law applies in British Columbia, and as Premier, I will enforce it. Fairly, firmly, and without hesitation.

Let’s be honest about what’s coming. Repealing DRIPA won’t be quiet. It won’t be easy. There will be protests. There may even be attempts at illegal blockades.

But here’s the difference: under my leadership, the government will not stand by.

We will:

➤ Uphold the rule of law—consistently and without exception

➤ Ensure law enforcement has the backing they need to act

➤ Protect critical infrastructure, jobs, and communities

➤ Refuse to allow unlawful disruption to dictate public policy

Because if we’re not prepared to face some turbulence, then what’s the point of even having this conversation?

The real issue at stake is bigger.

DRIPA, especially Section 7, creates a framework where the Crown is no longer the final decision-maker. That opens the door to co-governance, something even this government refuses to clearly define, while others openly claim it already exists.

That’s not acceptable.

We need to restore clarity, accountability, and democratic responsibility in this province.

And that means:

➤ Fully repealing DRIPA, not tinkering around the edges

➤ Tasking Cabinet with reviewing and reversing changes already made under it

➤ Reasserting the Crown as the final authority in decision-making

I’ve fought this every step of the way. I was against the Haida Agreement, against Land Act changes, and I’m the only candidate who is an MLA, and has been in the Legislature holding Premier David Eby and the NDP accountable.

My track record is clear.

Now, I’m asking you to stand with me. British Columbia deserves leadership that doesn’t back down when things get difficult. 

I didn’t back down then; I won’t back down now.

 

Peter Milobar
Leadership Candidate,
Conservative Party of BC

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