Jennifer Whiteside 🇨🇦
@JM_Whiteside
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BC's Minister of Labour and MLA for New Westminster-Coquitlam. Fighting for dignity and a decent life for everyone.
New Westminster-Coquitlam
Joined February 2012
On this day in 1989, 14 women were murdered at L'École Polytechnique—because they were women. We honour their memory by taking action: supporting survivors, strengthening laws, and investing in prevention programs in schools and communities. Learn more: https://t.co/si2B0b1Vqj
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Stay safe & warm outdoors this winter by wearing: A hat & gloves ✔️ Waterproof winter boots with good grip to avoid slipping ✔️ Reflective and bright-coloured clothing ✔️ Clothes you can layer ✔️ Don’t forget your pets! Learn more: https://t.co/iExEClCbhZ
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We know communities like the forestry sector are feeling the impact of global economic uncertainty. But B.C.'s economy remains resilient. In Nov.: ✅ +6,200 jobs since Oct. ✅ +40,400 jobs yr/yr ✅ 6.4% unemployment (4th lowest in 🇨🇦) ✅ Highest women's FT jobs (+22K) #BCJobs 1/2
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(3/3) Our government will continue to work to strengthen protections and improve access to resources for migrant works. #workersrights #bclabour
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(2/3) We know migrant workers are an important part of our labour force and help keep our economy going. From legal advice and representation to advocating on OH&S, the work of MWC truly matters. To migrant workers working across our province - we see you and we value you.
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(1/3) Thank-you to the folks at the Migrant Worker’s Centre for the invitation to engage with your members at your AGM. @MWC_BC and its partners provide critical supports for people who come from other countries to work in our province.
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If you’re sick, stay home. This fall, we introduced new rules limiting when employers can ask for sick notes. This applies to your first two health-related, short-term absences of five consecutive days or fewer in a calendar year. Learn more:
news.gov.bc.ca
Effective immediately, new rules limit when employers can ask for sick notes and will allow more time for health-care providers to spend with patients.
Flu and Covid-19 can sideline your plans. Put respiratory illness vaccines on the to-do list for you and your family. Book your appointment today: https://t.co/hOaWNmfk92
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This fall, our government took an important step to protect workers facing serious medical challenges. New job protections will ensure people across #bc can take the time they need to heal and recover without worrying about losing their job. https://t.co/DRdpbOoTeu
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Our government has the backs of workers facing major health challenges. This fall, we announced new job protected leave to help ensure working people across #bc can focus on their health and recover fully without risking their livelihoods. https://t.co/DRdpbOoTeu
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(2/2) It’s about taking care of each other and making sure workers have peace of mind knowing that their job will be there when they’re ready to return. Thank-you to @cancersociety, @MSCanOfficial and all who advocated for this change. Learn more:
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Workers with a serious illness or injury can now take as many as 27 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave within a 12-month period to undergo medical treatment and focus on their recovery.
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(1/2) Pleased to report that Bill 30 received royal assent! The Employment Standards Amendment (Serious Illness or Injury Leave) Act ensures that workers faced with a serious illness or injury can take up to 27 weeks of unpaid leave to receive care and focus on their recovery.
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Grateful for my colleague @lisabeare, educators and school staff who stand up for vulnerable kids and protect them against hate.
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.
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Facing a major medical diagnosis is hard enough without having to worry about your job too. That’s why #bc is moving forward with new job protections so workers can take the time they need to recover with peace of mind. https://t.co/iXKob5ohh7
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It’s getting close!
This photo shows concrete waterproofing underway on the main bridge span in late October. Once waterproofing is complete, crews will place 2 layers of asphalt before painting lines on the roadway
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence. In the last 3 years, BC has secured stable funding for 475+ supports, expanded safe housing, strengthened protections and worked to toughen bail laws. Learn more or get help: https://t.co/gx7zaGhnSt
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No one should have to choose between their health and their job. This fall, I introduced new protections for #bc workers living with life-altering medical conditions, giving them the time to heal and to return when they’re ready. https://t.co/iXKob5ohh7
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Reconciliation strengthens BC’s economy and our communities. We reject racist, anti-indigenous rhetoric — and we’ll continue working in true partnership with First Nations to deliver jobs, certainty and prosperity for all British Columbians.
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We’re reducing the administrative burden on BC’s health-care providers so they can spend more time with patients, not on paperwork. Learn More: https://t.co/JTEjiFkiKn
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Did you know 80% of a skilled trades apprenticeship is paid, on-the-job training? November is Apprenticeship Recognition Month in BC, and we're celebrating the people who build the homes, roads and clean energy projects that power our future. Learn more: https://t.co/kv8XY1clvp
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(3/3) We recognize the struggles and barriers trans, non-binary, two-spirit and gender diverse people continue to face and where work needs to be done to build a safer more inclusive province. #transgenderdayofremembrance #translivesmatter
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