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We need a lot more street trees shading people in public spaces, as well as heat pumps in homes and public buildings, and a lot less extraction and burning of fossil fuels. The deadly 2021 heat dome was just a symptom of what fossil fuels are doing to our home. #bcpoli #ubcm26
September 20, 2026 at 2:07 AM
ericdoherty.bsky.social
“To pull the Community Housing Fund is actually a threat to public health writ large... It's like asking a carpenter to build you a bookshelf … and then they take away half the wood,” @susankimyyj.bsky.social www.biv.com/news/real-es... #yyj #bcpoli #ubcm26
Municipalities urge B.C. to restore Community Housing Fund, realign housing targets
Victoria Coun. Susan Kim says: ‘It's like asking a carpenter to build you a bookshelf … and then they take away half the wood.’
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September 20, 2026 at 2:50 AM
ubcm.bsky.social
UBCM President Cori Ramsay pushed Premier David Eby to commit to holding off on a possible snap provincial election until after the general local government elections have completed. #UBCM26
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UBCM president challenges premier on election timing speculation
UBCM President Cori Ramsay pushed Premier David Eby to commit to holding off on a possible snap provincial election until after the general local government elections have completed.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:50 PM
ericdoherty.bsky.social
“It makes little sense to build protected bike and roll lanes that may be the safest place for someone to travel and then leave them uncertain if they are legally allowed to use them.” @davethompsonvic.bsky.social @victoria.ca #yyj #ubcm26 #bcpoli
September 17, 2026 at 9:47 PM
ericdoherty.bsky.social
Media Release - #UBCM26 delegates back allowing wheelchairs and mobility scooters on bike lanes: Photos and B-roll available #bcpoli #pwd @davethompsonvic.bsky.social @disaballiancebc.bsky.social @climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social @wearehub.bsky.social @ubcm.bsky.social

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September 17, 2026 at 5:08 PM
ericdoherty.bsky.social
Supposedly, resolutions including his one are happening now at #UBCM26. Can anyone there confirm?
climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social Climate Justice Victoria @climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social · Sep 16
#UBCM26 delegates will be voting on a resolution to welcome wheelchairs and (3&4 wheel) mobility scooters on bike and roll routes across the province. Maybe today? @cheknews.ca interviewed @davethompsonvic.bsky.social about this important climate justice initiative in Feb. #yyj #bcpoli
Victoria councillor asking for support to back ongoing call for mobility scooter use in bike lanes
YouTube video by CHEK Media
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September 17, 2026 at 4:09 PM
climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social
"Local government representatives endorsed a resolution... to allow wheelchairs and three- and four-wheeled mobility scooters on bike routes." @davethompsonvic.bsky.social said sends a “clear message” that the province needs to modernize the rules. #ubcm26 #bcpoli #yyj #wheelchair
UBCM delegates back push to allow mobility scooters in bike lanes
Many people using mobility scooters are already travelling on bike and roll routes because they’re faster, safer and more comfortable than sidewalks, says an advocate.
www.timescolonist.com
September 17, 2026 at 10:11 PM
fcm.ca
Building Canada starts locally. FCM is advocating for the investments needed to keep communities strong in BC and across the country.

Past President @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social is representing FCM at #UBCM26 This week in Vancouver.
September 17, 2026 at 7:36 PM
pointblankca.bsky.social
This week our staff are at #UBCM26 talking about the great work we do fighting for workers and the upcoming municipal elections. If you spot us, come say hi!
September 17, 2026 at 9:02 PM
fcm.ca
Cette semaine, la présidente sortante, @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social, représente la FCM au congrès de l’#UBCM26 à Vancouver.

La FCM continuera de porter au fédéral les enjeux locaux, comme ceux qui sont présentés dans cette salle.

#munican #polcan @ubcm.bsky.social
September 17, 2026 at 7:34 PM
sforseth000.bsky.social
New Blog Post: UBCM Delegates call for seperation between Local and Provincial General Elections. View at cariboopolitics.blogspot.com/2026/09/ubcm... #cariboopoli #bcpoli #cdnpoli #UBCM26 #UBCM2026 #VancouverBC #BCLocalElections2026
UBCM Delegates call for seperation between Local and Provincial General Elections
UBCM Delegates call for seperation between Local and Provincial General Elections
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September 17, 2026 at 9:29 PM
sforseth000.bsky.social
#UBCM26 #UBCM2026 #BCLocalGov #LocalGov #BCLocalElections2026

"B.C. mayors renew call for help with social disorder, street crime"

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No time for 'dithering': B.C. mayors renew call for help with social disorder, street crime - 100 Mile Free Press
Local leaders sign community 'contract' seeking 5 specific actions to make residents feel safer across the province
100milefreepress.net
September 17, 2026 at 10:40 PM
climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social
Update: Delayed until tomorrow morning 9-11:15 session. Not sure why. #ubcm26
September 17, 2026 at 1:59 AM
climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social
We and @seniorsforclimate.bsky.social Victoria organized this Earth Week ride and roll to push for this change. Hope that #UBCM26 delegates will vote in favor. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nw5b... #yyj #bcpoli
Earth Week Bike and Roll: Legalize it!
YouTube video by Eric D at Ecopath Planning
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September 16, 2026 at 4:16 PM
climatejusticeyyj.bsky.social
#UBCM26 delegates will be voting on a resolution to welcome wheelchairs and (3&4 wheel) mobility scooters on bike and roll routes across the province. Maybe today? @cheknews.ca interviewed @davethompsonvic.bsky.social about this important climate justice initiative in Feb. #yyj #bcpoli
Victoria councillor asking for support to back ongoing call for mobility scooter use in bike lanes
YouTube video by CHEK Media
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September 16, 2026 at 4:13 PM
ubcm.bsky.social
DRIPA represents a significant development in BC’s approach to reconciliation and Indigenous-provincial relations. UBCM's plenary session drew on local leaders, legal experts, provincial representatives and Grand Chief Stewart Phillip. The session is available in 6 videos. #UBCM26
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Understanding DRIPA: An Explainer of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
The Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) represents a significant development in B.C.’s approach to reconciliation and Indigenous–provincial relations. Reece Harding, Partner…
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September 16, 2026 at 9:04 PM
sforseth000.bsky.social
#100MileHouse #CNRail #UBCM2026 #UBCM26 #BCLocalGov #LocalGov

BC Rail Corridor Alliance renews call for action at UBCM

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BC Rail Corridor Alliance renews call for action at UBCM - 100 Mile Free Press
Members of the BC Rail Corridor Alliance renewed their calls for the B.C. government to take a more active role in preserving the rail corridor between Squamish and Prince George […]
100milefreepress.net
September 16, 2026 at 10:35 PM
associatedeng.bsky.social
Join Michael Walker at tomorrow's UBCM26 clinic to discuss practical approaches that can be put to work in your community. LEARN MORE: www.ae.ca/latest-news/...
September 16, 2026 at 4:21 PM
ubcm.bsky.social
Online harassment, personal attacks and hostile public debate are adding to the pressures elected officials deal with, yet they often don’t have access to mental health supports through their workplace.

UBCM is developing resources to ensure support is in place when it's needed.

#UBCM26
September 15, 2026 at 10:07 PM
arjunkam.bsky.social
I feel very lucky to be in the hall for this session.

The Union of BC Municipalities @ubcm offers some of the most practical, calm, nuanced information on our province's biggest challenges and opportunities.

#ubcm26
September 15, 2026 at 10:01 PM
ubcm.bsky.social
RCMP policing costs make up a significant portion of local government budgets, and UBCM is calling for more input in the next RCMP service agreement. #UBCM26 youtu.be/nttzwvzuWYQ?...
UBCM calls for input on RCMP service agreements
RCMP policing costs are rising and municipalities across BC are raising concerns that local taxpayers are paying the price without enough input into how policing is funded and delivered. With the…
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September 14, 2026 at 11:22 PM
sforseth000.bsky.social
#UBCM2026 #UBCM26 #bcpoli #BCLocalGov #LocalGov

The 2026 UBCM/Union of BC Municipalities Convention starts today and ends Friday (Sept 18, 2026) at 12pm and is jampacked with different events, etc.

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DRIPA and NDAs among themes at 2026 Union of B.C. Municipalities conference | CBC News
The annual week-long convention for politicians across British Columbia begins on Monday. But with a record deficit, a growing trade war, and a fast approaching municipal election, few people are anti...
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September 14, 2026 at 8:02 PM
arjunkam.bsky.social
Great to spend some quality time with dear friends and fellow #ubcm Past Presidents Maja Tait and Brian Frenkel before a busy week at the #ubcm26 convention.
September 14, 2026 at 5:37 AM
sforseth000.bsky.social
New Blog Post: Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Government/Board of Education Meetings | Week of September 14-18, 2026. View at cariboopolitics.blogspot.com/2026/09/cari... #cariboopoli #bcmuni #cdnmuni #BCLocalGov #LocalGov #Quesnel #SD27 #SD28 #UBCM2026 #UBCM26
September 13, 2026 at 8:27 PM
ericdoherty.bsky.social
You don't need an inquiry to know that "the effects of climate change" caused by extracting and burning fossil fuels is the elephant in the wildfire room. #ubcm26 #bcpoli
September 13, 2026 at 3:06 AM