David Byng
@dbyng
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Board member, Honorary Consul General of Japan, retired Deputy Minister
Victoria, Canada
Joined December 2008
Pretty effective message from new BC Liberal leader @KevinFalcon. His party seems to be turning (albeit: slowly) a corner under his leadership. #bcpoli
I know many British Columbians are feeling helpless watching what's happening to those brave Ukrainians who are fighting for the important values of freedom and democracy. It's important to recognize that there are things we can do here in B.C. to make a difference. #BCpoli
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In defence of Dr. Henry
Nobody’s perfect, including BC’s Provincial Health Officer. But as @RobShaw_BC points out, she’s vastly more experienced, qualified, and capable than literally all of her critics. #bcpoli #covid19bc
https://t.co/3wTI2ezwYr
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Deadly diseases from wildlife thrive when nature is destroyed, study finds
theguardian.com
Rats and bats that host pandemic pathogens like Covid-19 increase in damaged ecosystems, analysis shows
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Garmin just published this account of our recent northern adventures, give it a read.
garmin.com
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Happy Pride! A climb to the top of Hatley Castle to raise the Pride flag... https://t.co/0vOJpKUGAw via @YouTube I'm really proud to represent Royal Roads University as it embraces equity, diversity and inclusion. Great work @rrupresident!
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I salute our Lieutenant Governor’s call for each of us to step up and speak out against racism and hate in our society. Listen to members of our indigenous and Asian communities and hear their perspective and inform yourself. We need to act #differenttogether @LGJanetAustin
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There is no question that now, more than ever, investments in our transportation network are essential to support our economic recovery and ensure we can continue to get our goods to market!
Port of Vancouver urges Ottawa to approve plans for $3.5-billion container terminal /via @globeandmail
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Having traveled extensively in developed and developing countries, I've long maintained we have one of the world's best healthcare systems. This reaffirms that belief. A huge debt of gratitude is owed to all those that serve us so capably-cleaners, techs, nurses, docs and admin.
Here's the chart showing that B.C. has the lowest #COVID19 deaths per capita of any jurisdiction with at least five million people in Canada, the United States and western Europe
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I want to take the opportunity to show my appreciation for health care workers across the province. On behalf of all British Columbians, thank you for everything you're doing.
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A compelling reminder why we need to heed Dr. Henry’s direction and maintain our social distancing.
washingtonpost.com
The Ohio Department of Health on April 9 released a coronavirus ad advocating for social distancing. The ad has since gone viral.
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Our transportation network is more important now than ever and we Canadians owe these workers our greatest appreciation. Every day they put our nation’s interests first.
Thank you to the terminal workers, marine pilots, railroaders, truck drivers - and everyone in between - who are pulling together to keep goods moving for Canadians! https://t.co/JUhioZ6GaT
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Great organizations such as Ocean Wise are creating educational resources for students learning online. This is worth checking out...even if you're no longer a student! @OceanWise
https://t.co/QocqreTwhw
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A big shout out to the folks keeping our supply chain operating, ensuring Canadians receive the goods we require and that our products get to market. During these times of global disruption these organizations and their workers are essential to our well-being! @PortVancouver
Canadian ports remain open with the continued flow of goods through terminals made possible through the efforts of many groups that make up the supply chain. For an overview of our preparedness and state of port operations, visit https://t.co/7B7ZOYEv2b.
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Congratulations @BCLegislature ! Having worked directly with Kate for many years while I was an executive with the Province of British Columbia, I can't think of a better qualified or more capable choice. British Columbians will be well served.
Special committee to appoint a new clerk of the @BCLegislature has unanimously recommended that current acting clerk Kate Ryan-Lloyd be appointed to the position #bcpoli
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This is appalling and I personally observed Lilydale transporting birds like this in very unfavourable winter weather. When I contacted them to make them aware, I didn’t even receive a reply...needless to say I no longer buy their products.
I ran up to this truck in traffic because I was so appalled. 😡 Hundreds and hundreds of chickens stacked on top of each other exposed to extreme heat. Their journey ends at the slaughterhouse. This is standard practice. 100% legal. No animal deserves this. RT if you agree. ✊
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Well said Wade and exactly the sentiment that we need to continue to embrace as a society that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms.
My Grandfather, Hong Tim Hing, came to Canada, paid the head tax and married a #firstnations #Musqueam woman, Agnes Grant. Their decision to embrace #multiculturalism strengthened our family. Canada is a better place because of ppl like them. #cdnpoli #bcpoli #reconciliation
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