FORSETH -- Our NDP government in British Columbia has continually belittled the jobs needed in the development of resource projects as just temporary, and of no real value
Just yesterday, Mike Farnworth, the BC governments Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, announced that there would be a ... "Jail replacement to bring local jobs, enhanced programs" With $157 million in capital funding approved, the replacement of Nanaimo Correctional Centre (NCC) will proceed, creating approximately 1,000 project-related jobs and a purpose-built facility that enhances safety, security and space to continue successful programs ... The BC government News media release also quoted said Jinny Sims, Minister of Citizens’ Services, who stated that: “ It’s estimated that replacing NCC will bring major regional economic benefits, including approximately 650 direct and 275 indirect jobs, plus nearly 100 spinoff jobs associated with spending by those workers ...” I'm guessing that right about now you’re probably wondering why I have I have made mention of this? To what purpose? Maybe you're wondering w...