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Josephine Beattie

BC Greens candidate for West Kelowna-Peachland

Affordability

Public transit

BC Greens's promise

I support fast, frequent and free bus service; this reduces traffic, greenhouse gas emissions, and reduces the cost of living.

Climate Change & the Environment

Forests and forestry

BC Greens's promise

We must end logging of old-growth forests and support forestry-revenue-dependant communities to create environmentally sustainable jobs.

Power generation

BC Greens's promises

I commit to bringing forward a private members bill to end fossil fuel subsidies.

BC Greens will end permitting for new fracking, phase out gas production, and reject any new LNG projects.

Public transit

BC Greens's promise

I support fast, frequent and free bus service; this reduces traffic, greenhouse gas emissions, and reduces the cost of living.

Education

K-12 funding

BC Greens's promise

Equity in education means that every student receives a school issues laptop, for students in grade 6-12.

K-12 learning needs

BC Greens's promise

We must equip teachers and students with the knowledge to keep pace with our rapidly changing digital world through digital literacy.

School nutrition

BC Greens's promise

I support a universal school program to ensure equal access, high nutritional standards and strong collaboration with communities.

Student mental health

BC Greens's promise

We must expand access to school psychologists and increase the number of guidance counsellors.

Healthcare

Drugs and addiction

BC Greens's promise

I support regulated alternatives to toxic supply, cutting profit for organized crime and increased connection to health and social services

Family doctors and primary care

BC Greens's promise

I will ensure that everyone has access to a Primary Health Care centre, offering timely and comprehensive care in once place.

Health staffing

BC Greens's promise

The province must support physicians with leases and administration so that physicians can focus on patient care.

Hospitals

BC Greens's promise

Our hospitals have been underfunded for too long; they are falling into disrepair. I will ensure they have the resources to re-open 24/7.

Housing & Homelessness

Drugs and addiction

BC Greens's promise

I support regulated alternatives to toxic supply, cutting profit for organized crime and increased connection to health and social services

Jobs, Businesses, & Labour

Forests and forestry

BC Greens's promise

We must end logging of old-growth forests and support forestry-revenue-dependant communities to create environmentally sustainable jobs.

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Biography

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Josephine Beattie, the BC Green candidate for West Kelowna-Peachland, is driven by a deep commitment to community and sustainability. Raised in Prince George by a teacher and social worker, she understands the importance of strong public services, including education and social support. This foundation of compassion and service is central to her approach to public life.

Josephine brings over a decade of experience in communications, having worked with Mercy Ships, the BC Greens Caucus, and various non-profit organizations. Her expertise lies in advocating for transparency and ensuring that the voices of the community are heard. Josephine is passionate about building connections and promoting tourism through local arts and cultural events, as seen through her involvement in creating music festivals with her family. She believes these events play a key role in strengthening the local economy and fostering unity.

Her platform addresses critical concerns for West Kelowna-Peachland, including affordable housing, wildfire preparedness, and quality healthcare. She is especially focused on balancing economic growth with environmental protection, ensuring future generations can enjoy a sustainable and prosperous community. With her approachable nature and dedication to transparency, Josephine Beattie is ready to be a strong voice for West Kelowna-Peachland.

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