Sheila Malcolmson
@sheilamalcolmsonbc.bsky.social
BCNDP MLA for Nanaimo-Gabriola Island
Former MP & Islands Trust Council Chair
Kayaker, islander, ocean protector 🌊
Former MP & Islands Trust Council Chair
Kayaker, islander, ocean protector 🌊
Protecting students is non-negotiable. Every child deserves a classroom where they are safe, respected and welcomed, and our #BCNDP Government will fight for that every day.
#EveryStudentMatters #SafeSchoolsForAll #BCeducation #InclusiveEducation #SupportALLStudents @sd68.bsky.social
#EveryStudentMatters #SafeSchoolsForAll #BCeducation #InclusiveEducation #SupportALLStudents @sd68.bsky.social
Protecting students is non-negotiable. Every child deserves a classroom where they are #safe, #respected & #welcomed, & we will fight for that every day.
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
November 28, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Protecting students is non-negotiable. Every child deserves a classroom where they are safe, respected and welcomed, and our #BCNDP Government will fight for that every day.
#EveryStudentMatters #SafeSchoolsForAll #BCeducation #InclusiveEducation #SupportALLStudents @sd68.bsky.social
#EveryStudentMatters #SafeSchoolsForAll #BCeducation #InclusiveEducation #SupportALLStudents @sd68.bsky.social
Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
Protecting students is non-negotiable. Every child deserves a classroom where they are #safe, #respected & #welcomed, & we will fight for that every day.
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
November 27, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Protecting students is non-negotiable. Every child deserves a classroom where they are #safe, #respected & #welcomed, & we will fight for that every day.
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
Rustad’s handpicked candidates who are now in #OneBC continue to spread fear & division, putting vulnerable students at risk.
#ProtectStudents
⚠️ Drug Alert ⚠️
Island Health Authority has issued a drug alert. There has been an increase in our drug poisoning indicators for the #nanaimo area, therefore IHA is issuing a Drug Poisoning and Overdose Advisory to alert the community.
For more information, go to towardtheheart.com/alerts
Island Health Authority has issued a drug alert. There has been an increase in our drug poisoning indicators for the #nanaimo area, therefore IHA is issuing a Drug Poisoning and Overdose Advisory to alert the community.
For more information, go to towardtheheart.com/alerts
November 21, 2025 at 9:58 PM
⚠️ Drug Alert ⚠️
Island Health Authority has issued a drug alert. There has been an increase in our drug poisoning indicators for the #nanaimo area, therefore IHA is issuing a Drug Poisoning and Overdose Advisory to alert the community.
For more information, go to towardtheheart.com/alerts
Island Health Authority has issued a drug alert. There has been an increase in our drug poisoning indicators for the #nanaimo area, therefore IHA is issuing a Drug Poisoning and Overdose Advisory to alert the community.
For more information, go to towardtheheart.com/alerts
We all want people to have access to affordable homes and now with innovations like DASH, a first-in-Canada online platform, BC is making it easier & faster to build affordable homes for people.
#homesforpeople #affordablehousing #bcpoli @christineboyle.bsky.social @bchousing.bsky.social
#homesforpeople #affordablehousing #bcpoli @christineboyle.bsky.social @bchousing.bsky.social
November 21, 2025 at 9:37 PM
We all want people to have access to affordable homes and now with innovations like DASH, a first-in-Canada online platform, BC is making it easier & faster to build affordable homes for people.
#homesforpeople #affordablehousing #bcpoli @christineboyle.bsky.social @bchousing.bsky.social
#homesforpeople #affordablehousing #bcpoli @christineboyle.bsky.social @bchousing.bsky.social
Doctors, nurse practitioners, and health professionals from around the world are choosing BC—and patients are getting connected.
Grateful for these 3 nurses who came from the US to work Nanaimo Hospital.
Know someone who might be ready for a change? Let them know: BCHealthCareers.ca
Grateful for these 3 nurses who came from the US to work Nanaimo Hospital.
Know someone who might be ready for a change? Let them know: BCHealthCareers.ca
November 11, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Doctors, nurse practitioners, and health professionals from around the world are choosing BC—and patients are getting connected.
Grateful for these 3 nurses who came from the US to work Nanaimo Hospital.
Know someone who might be ready for a change? Let them know: BCHealthCareers.ca
Grateful for these 3 nurses who came from the US to work Nanaimo Hospital.
Know someone who might be ready for a change? Let them know: BCHealthCareers.ca
People deserve to feel safe from violence and extortion, and know that perpetrators are held accountable in the court of law. BC has led the country in calling on the federal government for reforms that would make our communities safer
Thank you Minister Fraser for hearing BC’s call to change bail laws.
We will keep pushing to keep people and communities safe from violence and extortion.
We will keep pushing to keep people and communities safe from violence and extortion.
October 28, 2025 at 6:05 PM
People deserve to feel safe from violence and extortion, and know that perpetrators are held accountable in the court of law. BC has led the country in calling on the federal government for reforms that would make our communities safer
$2.4M in funding is helping youth across B.C. build the skills, confidence and experience they need to get good jobs through the YWCA’s NextStep program. Thank you, YWCA. This is the power of partnership.
Link: news.gov.bc.ca/32915
Link: news.gov.bc.ca/32915
October 15, 2025 at 8:22 PM
$2.4M in funding is helping youth across B.C. build the skills, confidence and experience they need to get good jobs through the YWCA’s NextStep program. Thank you, YWCA. This is the power of partnership.
Link: news.gov.bc.ca/32915
Link: news.gov.bc.ca/32915
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We know communities are feeling the impact of global economic uncertainty and big challenges.
Despite these pressures, B.C.'s economy remains resilient. In Sept:
✅Employment up 7,800
✅48,600 jobs gained yr/yr
✅25,000 private sector jobs, leading all provinces
#BCJobs
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Despite these pressures, B.C.'s economy remains resilient. In Sept:
✅Employment up 7,800
✅48,600 jobs gained yr/yr
✅25,000 private sector jobs, leading all provinces
#BCJobs
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October 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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$2.2M in funding is expanding support for youth, racialized, and rural communities across British Columbia through classes, workshops, and support to help people start worker-owned businesses that pay fair wages to both the owners and workers. Thank you Solid State. This is the power of partnership
October 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
$2.2M in funding is expanding support for youth, racialized, and rural communities across British Columbia through classes, workshops, and support to help people start worker-owned businesses that pay fair wages to both the owners and workers. Thank you Solid State. This is the power of partnership
Art Mann Park now has 3 new #accessible picnic tables and #accessible pathways to get to them, which means more people are able to enjoy this park. We funded $25K to the District of North Cowichan to make these changes. Grateful to see spaces across #BC becoming more #inclusive.
September 22, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Art Mann Park now has 3 new #accessible picnic tables and #accessible pathways to get to them, which means more people are able to enjoy this park. We funded $25K to the District of North Cowichan to make these changes. Grateful to see spaces across #BC becoming more #inclusive.
New supports for workers & communities impacted by tariffs. Build Your Own Future is expanding to help more people start businesses after job loss. RREIF will support rural communities with funding to plan & create jobs. Putting people first. Investing in resilience.
news.gov.bc.ca/32800
#BYOF
news.gov.bc.ca/32800
#BYOF
Workers, communities affected by tariffs will benefit from expanded supports
People adversely affected by tariffs imposed by the United States will benefit from expanded supports through two new initiatives delivered by the Province in partnership with the Government of Canada.
news.gov.bc.ca
September 22, 2025 at 8:31 PM
New supports for workers & communities impacted by tariffs. Build Your Own Future is expanding to help more people start businesses after job loss. RREIF will support rural communities with funding to plan & create jobs. Putting people first. Investing in resilience.
news.gov.bc.ca/32800
#BYOF
news.gov.bc.ca/32800
#BYOF
CLBC is accepting applications for a board director position. Starting on Jan 1, 2026 & you can to contribute to the work CLBC does to support adults with developmental disabilities across BC
Deadline extended to Sept 15, apply today!
www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
Deadline extended to Sept 15, apply today!
www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
CLBC Board Director Opening - Community Living BC
This posting has been updated as of August 27, 2025. Community Living BC (CLBC) is inviting applications for a board director position available from January 1, 2026. The CLBC Board of Directors gover...
www.communitylivingbc.ca
September 4, 2025 at 5:51 PM
CLBC is accepting applications for a board director position. Starting on Jan 1, 2026 & you can to contribute to the work CLBC does to support adults with developmental disabilities across BC
Deadline extended to Sept 15, apply today!
www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
Deadline extended to Sept 15, apply today!
www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
Starting Sept. 1, BC Bus Pass Program clients can tap to board buses with the Umo card reader. This will make transit more #inclusive, respectful and easier to use for #lowincome #seniors and people receiving #disability #assistance 🚎
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August 29, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Starting Sept. 1, BC Bus Pass Program clients can tap to board buses with the Umo card reader. This will make transit more #inclusive, respectful and easier to use for #lowincome #seniors and people receiving #disability #assistance 🚎
www.bctransit.com/bc-bus-pass-...
@bctransit.com
www.bctransit.com/bc-bus-pass-...
@bctransit.com
CLBC is accepting applications for a board director position. This position starts on Jan 1, 2026 & allows you to contribute to the work CLBC does to support adults with developmental disabilities across BC
Apply by Sep 8th! Learn more: www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
Apply by Sep 8th! Learn more: www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
CLBC Board Director Opening - Community Living BC
Community Living BC (CLBC) is inviting applications for a board director position available from January 1, 2026. The CLBC Board of Directors governs the overall way CLBC does its work. This includes ...
www.communitylivingbc.ca
August 26, 2025 at 4:53 PM
CLBC is accepting applications for a board director position. This position starts on Jan 1, 2026 & allows you to contribute to the work CLBC does to support adults with developmental disabilities across BC
Apply by Sep 8th! Learn more: www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
Apply by Sep 8th! Learn more: www.bcpublicsectorboardapplications.gov.bc.ca/s/noticeofpo...
🌟 Big news for #Nanaimo! The new High Acuity Unit at NRGH is complete 🎉
Patients with acute care needs will now get more focused, high-quality care—closer to home 🏥 💙
✅ 12 modern patient rooms
✅ Family-friendly spaces
✅ State-of-the-art equipment
@bowinnma.bsky.social @josieosborne.bsky.social
Patients with acute care needs will now get more focused, high-quality care—closer to home 🏥 💙
✅ 12 modern patient rooms
✅ Family-friendly spaces
✅ State-of-the-art equipment
@bowinnma.bsky.social @josieosborne.bsky.social
August 23, 2025 at 5:38 PM
🌟 Big news for #Nanaimo! The new High Acuity Unit at NRGH is complete 🎉
Patients with acute care needs will now get more focused, high-quality care—closer to home 🏥 💙
✅ 12 modern patient rooms
✅ Family-friendly spaces
✅ State-of-the-art equipment
@bowinnma.bsky.social @josieosborne.bsky.social
Patients with acute care needs will now get more focused, high-quality care—closer to home 🏥 💙
✅ 12 modern patient rooms
✅ Family-friendly spaces
✅ State-of-the-art equipment
@bowinnma.bsky.social @josieosborne.bsky.social
Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
The impact of Trump's tariffs is being felt across Canada, but B.C. shows resilience w/ private sector job gains compared to other provinces.
We'll continue defending B.C. workers & businesses while building a strong economy, less reliant on the U.S. and create good jobs for people.
#BCJobs 🍁
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We'll continue defending B.C. workers & businesses while building a strong economy, less reliant on the U.S. and create good jobs for people.
#BCJobs 🍁
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August 8, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The impact of Trump's tariffs is being felt across Canada, but B.C. shows resilience w/ private sector job gains compared to other provinces.
We'll continue defending B.C. workers & businesses while building a strong economy, less reliant on the U.S. and create good jobs for people.
#BCJobs 🍁
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We'll continue defending B.C. workers & businesses while building a strong economy, less reliant on the U.S. and create good jobs for people.
#BCJobs 🍁
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Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
Every dollar we invest in the education of our kids is an investment in our future success 📚 🏫
With these modern learning environments, we are making sure B.C. students are equipped to thrive in the #21stCentury
#StudentSuccess #PublicEducation #CloseToHome #bced
www.am1150.ca/75950/news/c...
With these modern learning environments, we are making sure B.C. students are equipped to thrive in the #21stCentury
#StudentSuccess #PublicEducation #CloseToHome #bced
www.am1150.ca/75950/news/c...
Classrooms under construction will add nearly 1,500 student spaces : AM 1150
Construction is underway for new classrooms at seven schools across B.C., creating nearly 1,500 additional student spaces to support rapidly growing communities. “Communities across the […]
www.am1150.ca
August 6, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Every dollar we invest in the education of our kids is an investment in our future success 📚 🏫
With these modern learning environments, we are making sure B.C. students are equipped to thrive in the #21stCentury
#StudentSuccess #PublicEducation #CloseToHome #bced
www.am1150.ca/75950/news/c...
With these modern learning environments, we are making sure B.C. students are equipped to thrive in the #21stCentury
#StudentSuccess #PublicEducation #CloseToHome #bced
www.am1150.ca/75950/news/c...
#Inclusion thrives when people lead with courage and #community. Kamloops’ SUSA Society was honoured with a WOW Award for empowering #selfadvocates and breaking #barriers. Their work uplifts voices and builds #belonging.
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #WOWAwards #AccessibilityMatters #KamloopsBC #CLBC
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #WOWAwards #AccessibilityMatters #KamloopsBC #CLBC
Kamloops society recognized for commitment to inclusion with provincial award win - Kamloops News
A Kamloops society has been recognized for its outstanding commitment to inclusion and accessibility as the Speak Up Self-Advocacy Awareness (SUSA) Society has won a provincial Widening our World (WOW
www.castanetkamloops.net
August 5, 2025 at 10:22 PM
#Inclusion thrives when people lead with courage and #community. Kamloops’ SUSA Society was honoured with a WOW Award for empowering #selfadvocates and breaking #barriers. Their work uplifts voices and builds #belonging.
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #WOWAwards #AccessibilityMatters #KamloopsBC #CLBC
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #WOWAwards #AccessibilityMatters #KamloopsBC #CLBC
Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
We've been preparing for tariffs as if there won't be any deals.
We’re fast-tracking 18 projects worth $20 billion to reduce our reliance on the U.S. and working with provinces and territories to remove interprovincial trade barriers thru a #TeamCanada🍁 collaborative approach.
We’re fast-tracking 18 projects worth $20 billion to reduce our reliance on the U.S. and working with provinces and territories to remove interprovincial trade barriers thru a #TeamCanada🍁 collaborative approach.
August 1, 2025 at 4:19 PM
We've been preparing for tariffs as if there won't be any deals.
We’re fast-tracking 18 projects worth $20 billion to reduce our reliance on the U.S. and working with provinces and territories to remove interprovincial trade barriers thru a #TeamCanada🍁 collaborative approach.
We’re fast-tracking 18 projects worth $20 billion to reduce our reliance on the U.S. and working with provinces and territories to remove interprovincial trade barriers thru a #TeamCanada🍁 collaborative approach.
Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
Know before you go this long weekend!
Whether you are staying home or travelling this weekend, make sure to visit:
DriveBC.ca for road info ✔️
EmergencyInfoBC.ca for emergency info ✔️
Weather.gc.ca for weather alerts ✔️
BCWildfire.ca for wildfire info ✔️
PreparedBC.ca for preparedness info ✔️
Whether you are staying home or travelling this weekend, make sure to visit:
DriveBC.ca for road info ✔️
EmergencyInfoBC.ca for emergency info ✔️
Weather.gc.ca for weather alerts ✔️
BCWildfire.ca for wildfire info ✔️
PreparedBC.ca for preparedness info ✔️
July 31, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Know before you go this long weekend!
Whether you are staying home or travelling this weekend, make sure to visit:
DriveBC.ca for road info ✔️
EmergencyInfoBC.ca for emergency info ✔️
Weather.gc.ca for weather alerts ✔️
BCWildfire.ca for wildfire info ✔️
PreparedBC.ca for preparedness info ✔️
Whether you are staying home or travelling this weekend, make sure to visit:
DriveBC.ca for road info ✔️
EmergencyInfoBC.ca for emergency info ✔️
Weather.gc.ca for weather alerts ✔️
BCWildfire.ca for wildfire info ✔️
PreparedBC.ca for preparedness info ✔️
Belonging starts with thoughtful design & #leadership grounded in empathy. Ann Janssen has helped make #inclusive #housing a reality in the Comox Valley, from award-winning #accessible buildings to a rent bank, supporting housing stability.
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #DisabilityAdvocacy #CLBC
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #DisabilityAdvocacy #CLBC
July 31, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Belonging starts with thoughtful design & #leadership grounded in empathy. Ann Janssen has helped make #inclusive #housing a reality in the Comox Valley, from award-winning #accessible buildings to a rent bank, supporting housing stability.
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #DisabilityAdvocacy #CLBC
@shanesimpson.bsky.social #DisabilityAdvocacy #CLBC
The 2025 State of BC’s Non-Profit Sector Survey is still open. Your input helps capture the realities of BC’s #nonprofits and informs the work we do across government. If you lead or work in a non-profit, I encourage you to share your voice!
Open until July 30th!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOTS2025
Open until July 30th!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOTS2025
July 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The 2025 State of BC’s Non-Profit Sector Survey is still open. Your input helps capture the realities of BC’s #nonprofits and informs the work we do across government. If you lead or work in a non-profit, I encourage you to share your voice!
Open until July 30th!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOTS2025
Open until July 30th!
www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOTS2025
Vernon’s local library branch received a WOW Award from CLBC for its commitment to accessibility & inclusion. Local advocate Katie Moore nominated the branch & praised staff for creating a welcoming space where all feel supported & respected. A well-deserved recognition for this vital community hub!
Vernon branch of the Okanagan Regional Library has been recognized for its efforts to make the downtown facility accessible - Vernon News
Vernon branch of the Okanagan Regional Library has been recognized for its efforts to make the downtown facility accessible
www.castanet.net
July 23, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Vernon’s local library branch received a WOW Award from CLBC for its commitment to accessibility & inclusion. Local advocate Katie Moore nominated the branch & praised staff for creating a welcoming space where all feel supported & respected. A well-deserved recognition for this vital community hub!
Reposted by Sheila Malcolmson
British Columbia has reached a trade agreement with Ontario.
This will make it easier for people to work in both provinces, provide producers easier access to markets, while giving consumers more choice.
This will make it easier for people to work in both provinces, provide producers easier access to markets, while giving consumers more choice.
July 22, 2025 at 5:13 PM
British Columbia has reached a trade agreement with Ontario.
This will make it easier for people to work in both provinces, provide producers easier access to markets, while giving consumers more choice.
This will make it easier for people to work in both provinces, provide producers easier access to markets, while giving consumers more choice.