David Eby: “It would reduce us to the economic equivalent of the 51st state.”

In light of recent events, I wanted to be here to mark the day.

“Getting them to world markets means less dependence on the U.S., while creating family-supporting jobs and the prosperity needed to strengthen health care and public services.”

We have got an important role to play in this pipeline process to protect the interests of British Columbians, but we also recognize that our projects, our priorities, need the same level of attention from the federal government.

Yes, government needs to step up and say, 'we'll reduce the tax on gas in this time to support families.