Appoint BC Special Representative in Washington DC

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British Columbia

Made

Oct 1, 2026

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2026 British Columbia Provincial Election platform

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Statement

We will appoint a BC rep in Washington, D.C., joining Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec in defending our interests against attempts to punish BC products, including softwood lumber.

Overview

Establish a permanent provincial trade diplomatic envoy in Washington to lobby against tariffs and protectionist US legislation.

Sources

Ready to DELIVER - Lorne Doerkson's Plan for a STRONGER BC / 2026 (Page 48) (opens in a new tab) Source

Page 48 (Stand up for British Columbia): We will appoint a BC rep in Washington, D.C., joining Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec in defending our interests against attempts to punish BC products, including softwood lumber.

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