Elenore Sturko
Mom, Wife and your BC United MLA for Surrey South
25/11/2023
Yesterday I sent a letter to the BC school Trustees Association on behalf of the BC United Caucus affirming our commitment to safe and inclusive schools for all students.
25/11/2023
On this episode Shirley Wilson, a mother and advocate, shares her story of loosing her beautiful son, Jacob to a drug overdose. Shirley talks about the difficulty she encountered trying to find appropriate help for her son.
Outside The Chamber - Shirley Wilson - Mother and advocate | RSS.com On this episode Shirley Wilson, a mother and advocate, shares her story of loosing her beautiful son, Jacob to a drug overdose. Shirley talks about the difficulty she encountered trying to find appropriate help for her son.
Today a group of 5 female police officers visited the BC Legislature to advocate for changes to the Police Act which will provide better supports for women in policing who experience workplace gender-based harassment, sexual assault & discrimination. I delivered a 2 minute statement in recognition of their advocacy.
21/11/2023
21/11/2023
During Crash Responder Safety Week — and every week — stay alert, slow down, and move over for traffic incidents to keep professionals working to clear roadway incidents safe. These responders also have families waiting for them.
International Association of Fire Fighters
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International Association of Fire Fighters 6th District
Yesterday marked the beginning of National Addictions Awareness Week, but here in our province, perhaps more than anywhere else – we are acutely aware of addiction and the impact that addiction has had on our opioid overdose crisis.
19/11/2023
19/11/2023
Thank you to Royal the Canadian Marine search and Rescue for hosting a banger of a fundraiser last night in White Rock Great music for a great cause. Thank you for all you do to keep us safe on the water.
18/11/2023
Today I sent a letter to Selina Robinson Minister of Post Secondary Education, requesting the public release of the Study Protocol, relevant legal exemptions, and approved Ethics Certificate related to DULF.
https://bcunitedcaucus.ca/mla-letters/mla-sturkos-letter-to-minister-robinson-requesting-an-investigation-into-allegations-of-criminal-activity-and-breach-of-ethics/
This video of DULF co-founders Eris Nyx and Jeremy Kalicum at the Australian Stigma Conference in November 2022, demonstrates a cause for concern regarding the use of public funds. David Eby it's time for an independent audit.
16/11/2023
Last night I was please to attend the 8th Annual Clovies - the East Surrey Business Excellence Awards. Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners! It was fantastic to learn more about the philanthropy and mentorship in the Cloverdale and Clayton Heights Business Communities.
11/11/2023
Lest we forget the sacrifices of those who have served our nation in wartime and in peacekeeping operations. Here at home our Canadian Armed Forces help us in times of disaster and stand ready to defend our country against any threat. Thank you to all who have served, those who serve today, and to those who will take up the call to serve in the future. 🌹
11/11/2023
Congratulations Uniti! And SAS - so proud of the work you do in our community! ❤️
10/11/2023
Pleased to attend the 25th Annual Surrey Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards last night. Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners. Thank you for helping drive our local and provincial economy and for showcasing Surrey’s business opportunities.
Today in Question Period, BC United Caucus member & Critic for the Attorney General Mike De Jong asked Niki Sharma if, given recent comments & the direct involvement of members of the government, will she appoint a special prosecutor to make the charge assessment related to the investigation at DULF.
Today we voted in favor of Bill 34 - to bring in some basic protection for kids, families and any one who wants to use parks and playgrounds without open drug use.
Today in Question Period I asked, how can we expect the Premier to end his catch-and-release policy when his Attorney General, who oversees the Prosecution Service, has herself turned a blind eye to taxpayer-funded drug trafficking?
08/11/2023
This morning I sent a letter to the federal Minister of Mental Health and Addictions asking for a review of federal funding that may have been used to support illegal activities at DULF
https://www.bcunitedcaucus.ca/mla-letters/mla-sturkos-letter-to-minister-saks-clarifying-federal-funding-of-dulf/
05/11/2023
Last night I attended the Government House Foundation Gala Ball benefiting the Lieutenant Governor’s grants, bursaries, and awards for excellence across the province. Thank you to the many volunteers and board trustees who do this important philanthropic work.
I’m very proud of Kevin Falcon’s plan to make life more affordable in BC! ⬇️
At a presentation hosted by the National Safer Supply Community of Practice, the Director of Research for the BC Centre on Substance Use candidly confessed his role in the taxpayer-funded drug trafficking by the DULF. This key government advisor, steering government drug policies, is part of this taxpayer-funded drug trafficking network.
Today I asked the Premier if he will undertake a full forensic audit, cancel public funding for organizations involved in criminal activity, and fire this compromised Director of Research?
01/11/2023
Unprecedented times call for unprecedented leadership. We are in an affordability crisis that is crushing people across the province.
I am proud of Kevin Falcon’s plan to immediately help put money back in the pockets of British Columbians.
01/11/2023
Today I sent a letter to the Solicitor General requesting an investigation into allegations of criminal activity, a breach of research ethics, and the lack of oversight by the NDP Ministers of Mental Health & Addiction.
Last week I spoke in the second reading of Bill 34 - Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act. Bill 34 is likely to go to committee this week.
This is the first Bill related to decriminalization that has been debated in the BC Legislature.
The Bill, which is meant to enhance public safety highlights the NDP's failures to address public drug use, and provide adequate services for those using drugs.
29/10/2023
29/10/2023
In Vancouver alone, Eby's soft-on-crime approach has allowed the same 40 people to cause 6,385 negative police interactions in just one year.
Enough is enough. Our Safer BC plan puts law abiding citizens first.
Learn more: https://www.votebcunited.ca/united-for-a-safer-bc/
29/10/2023
Happy Halloween 🎃
This afternoon, our crews responded to a false alarm in Newton, coincidentally next to the Newton BIA's Spooktakular event. After the call, Hall 10 crews took a moment to engage with the event attendees. One of our team's most cherished aspects of the job is the strong bond we share with the community we serve.
29/10/2023
Around the world, successful decriminalization models have medical professionals at the core & aren’t peer run club programs. We need the BCNDP gov to fund access to approved & evidence based pharmaceutical alternatives - not to fund cartels, & gangs.
Daphne Bramham: B.C. group's call for legally regulated he**in sales is unfounded The B.C. Centre on Substance Use is proposing the regulated, legal sale of he**in. It's unprecedented and unfounded.
The Premier subsidized an organization that used cryptocurrency to buy illegal drugs off the dark web, from criminal organizations.
In my community, people are killed by gangs and drug dealers every year - including innocent bystanders.
Today, I asked the Premier to order a full forensic audit of DULF, VANDU, and any other publicly funded organization involved in criminal activity.
Treatment, recovery, and providing a clear pathway from addiction has to be the priority- but the NDP approach offers no off-ramps to recovery.
Today I asked the Premier when he will end his taxpayer-funded drug crisis that is creating an endless cycle of drug dependency?
22/10/2023
Having a groovy time at the Red Serge 2023 Disco Party benefiting the Semiahmoo Community Safety Society.
19/10/2023
In recent months, Oregon state’s drug decriminalization legislation has been facing significant pressure as Portland and other cities prepare to lobby the government to reform or repeal it.
Oregon sees pressure to change drug decriminalization - DATAC In recent months, Oregon state’s drug decriminalization legislation has been facing significant pressure as Portland and other cities prepare to lobby the government to reform or repeal it. In 2020, Oregon became the first U.S. state to decriminalize possession of illicit drugs as voters approved ...
19/10/2023
Interesting article from the USA
Philadelphia bans supervised injection sites – evidence suggests keeping drug users on the street could do more harm than good A group of academics look at the global evidence to examine the potential impact of supervised injection sites in Philadelphia and the US.
19/10/2023
“The teens believed that dillies are attractive to youth because they are cheap to buy and that, as the pills have an innocuous name, many peers underestimated how dangerous they are.”
Slowly Dying: Medical he**in substitute exacerbating violence of fentanyl crisis in Nanaimo The Bureau investigates alleged trafficking of government-issued he**in replacement pills from a safer supply clinic in British Columbia
18/10/2023
More trouble for the NDP's Surrey police transition. It's very alarming to see the OPCC wasn't even consulted on this process. David Eby and the NDP's policing mess in keeps getting worse.
Today I spoke during second reading of Bill 36 Police Amendment Act 2023. Listen here:
BC's Healthcare crisis is traumatizing frontline staff. Resource shortages are being felt acutely in Emergency Departments across the province.
Today I asked the Premier how he can tolerate an NDP "new normal" that leads to tragedies and harms frontline healthcare staff?
12/10/2023
Congratulations to all of the talented youth who are being honoured tonight at the 2023 Surrey lLbrary Yourh Writing Contest Gala.
07/08/2023
Happy to all our incredible fellow British Columbians!
Let's celebrate the beauty, diversity, and unity of our amazing province. On behalf of our entire BC United Team, we hope everyone has a safe and fun long weekend! 🌄
06/08/2023
It was a gorgeous morning for the White Rock Farmers Market! Thank you to all of the volunteers, businesses, artists and artisans who continue to make it a success.
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