ORDERS OF THE DAYContinued
No. 79 — Thursday, May 31, 2007 — 10 a.m.

Schedule D

PRIVATE MEMBERS’ TIME

(Monday morning only)


PRIVATE MEMBERS’ STATEMENTS (STANDING ORDER 25a)


PUBLIC BILLS IN THE HANDS OF PRIVATE MEMBERS

ADJOURNED DEBATE ON SECOND READING

Adjourned Debate on Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 201) intituled Retail Petroleum Consumer Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Horgan. (Mr. Farnworth adjourned the debate.)

Adjourned Debate on Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 210) intituled Anaphylactic Student Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Cubberley. (Mr. Horgan adjourned the debate.)

SECOND READING

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 202) intituled Promotion of Safe Antifreeze Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Fraser.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 203) intituled Motorcycle Noise Control Act, PRINTED. Mr. Mayencourt.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 204) intituled Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Bains.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 205) intituled Employment Standards Act Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Puchmayr.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 206) intituled Workers Compensation Act Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Puchmayr.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 207) intituled Vancouver Social Housing Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Ms. Kwan.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 208) intituled Human Rights Code Amendment Act, PRINTED. Mr. Mayencourt.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 209) intituled Payday Lending Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Fleming.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 211) intituled Public Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Farnworth.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 212) intituled Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement (TILMA) Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Sather.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 213) intituled Human Rights Code Amendment Act (No. 2), 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Chouhan.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 214) intituled Minimum Wage Fairness Act, 2007, PRINTED. Ms. James.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 215) intituled Water Resource Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Austin.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 216) intituled Members’ Conflict of Interest Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Horgan.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 217) intituled Private Post-Secondary Accountability and Student Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Fleming.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 218) intituled Small Business Fairness and Protection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Robertson.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 219) intituled Business Practices and Consumer Protection Amendment Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Gentner.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 220) intituled Home Inspection Act, 2007, PRINTED. Ms. Thorne.

Second Reading—

Bill (No. M 221) intituled Local Government Conflict of Interest Act, 2007, PRINTED. Mr. Sather.


ADJOURNED DEBATE PRIVATE MEMBERS’ MOTIONS

4  Mr. Rustad moved—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the vital role of independent power producers in our goal of becoming energy self sufficient and our goal of producing more electricity in an environmentally friendly manner. (Mr. Bennett adjourned the debate.)

34  Mr. Yap moved—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the importance of creating a competitive tax climate in the province in order to create a vibrant and sustainable economy that benefits all British Columbians. (Mr. Hayer adjourned the debate.)

35  Ms. Kwan moved—

Be it resolved that this House calls on the new Auditor General to monitor the rate of Single Room Accommodation loss as a part of the Auditor General’s Office’s evaluation of the Olympics. (Mr. Mayencourt adjourned the debate.)

44  Mr. Chudnovsky moved—

Be it resolved that this House calls on the Government to improve substantially the system of road maintenance in British Columbia. (Mr. Wyse adjourned the debate.)

47  Mr. Chouhan moved—

Be it resolved that this House cover farm workers under all relevant provisions of the Employment Standards Act;

Be it further resolved that the BC government immediately reestablish the Agricultural Compliance Team (RCMP and WCB) and other inter-agency teams (RCMP, WCB, HRDC, CCRA and Motor Vehicle Branch) to ensure enforcement;

Be it further resolved that the roadside spot checks of vehicles is restored and increased;

Be it further resolved that the BC government order immediately a public inquiry into the roadside accident of a van carrying farm workers on March 6, 2007. (Mr. Puchmayr adjourned the debate.)

51  Mr. Hawes moved—

Be it resolved that this House strongly encourage the Federal Government to partner with the Province of British Columbia in emergency mitigation flood measures throughout the province and that the Federal Government be a full participant with the Province of British Columbia in developing and implementing a long-term strategy for flood prevention, which would include dike construction and management as well as gravel and silt removal processes where necessary. (Mr. Coons adjourned the debate.)

52  Mr. MacKay moved—

Be it resolved that this House support the electrification of Highway 37 so as to minimize greenhouse gas emissions in the north-west region of the province. (Mr. Cantelon adjourned the debate.)


PRIVATE MEMBERS’ MOTIONS ON NOTICE

1  Ms. James to move—

Be it resolved that this House unanimously urge the Government of Canada to affirm its support for the spirit and intent of the Kyoto Protocol and implement a fair and equitable national program of greenhouse gas emission reductions, carbon crediting and other mechanisms by which Canada will meet its obligations under the protocol.

2  Mr. Black to move—

Be it resolved that this House develop legislation to provide job security for reservists who volunteer for active duty or training.

3  Ms. James to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the Government of British Columbia to recognize the critical importance of taking a leadership role on climate change immediately by introducing legislation to cap total greenhouse gas emissions in BC at 2007 levels, with targeted reductions in total provincial greenhouse gas emissions in subsequent years.

5  Mr. Fleming to move—

Be it resolved that the Legislative Assembly urge the federal government to immediately implement a national strategy to reduce the use and availability of crystal meth and other addictive substances, and that the province of BC requests the federal government to include the following in a strategy:

(a) an increase in the number of Health Canada Inspectors to stop bulk shipments of crystal meth precursor chemicals, and

(b) the institution of a ban on the importation of ephedrine and pseudo-ephedrine, except for licensed pharmaceutical companies (the onus of proof must be on the applicant before an importation licence is issued), and

(c) That the province of BC demand special multi-year co-funding to implement immediate improvements in treatment for those suffering addiction to crystal meth, including:

(i) Addictions treatment programs specifically for youth 13-25 following best practices;

(ii) Centres capable of providing extended treatment, following the continuum of care model;

(iii) A treatment system prepared to meet current and future demands;

(iv) Immediate detox and safe houses for risk individuals waiting to get into treatment centres;

(v) Support for improved access to Family Counseling;

(vi) Support for improved access to emergency and psychiatric emergency services.

6  Ms. Whittred to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognize and support parents as volunteers in our public school system.

7  Mr. Puchmayr to move—

Be it resolved that this House directs the Government to audit all WorkSafe regulatory changes including the number and frequency of inspections and trends related to regulatory compliance further to the special Forestry Coroners inquest into the death of faller Ted Gramlich which made numerous recommendations directed towards the Ministry of Labour, WorkSafeBC, and the BC Forest Safety Council.

8  Mr. Yap to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes and commends community restorative justice programs for the important role they play in many BC communities.

9  Mr. Yap to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the valuable contribution that immigrant workers make to our provincial economy and that the BC government seek ways to remove barriers and encourage immigrants to come to BC and relieve the labour shortage.

10  Mr. Bennett to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes that hunting is a reasonable, scientifically-based method for managing wildlife in British Columbia and that resident hunters make a significant contribution to conservation in BC.

12  Mr. Black to move—

Be it resolved that this House fully support and acknowledge the ability of workers in British Columbia and Alberta to work in either province as identified under the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement.

13  Mr. Black to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognize the significant contribution of both time and energy by volunteer athletic coaches within communities throughout British Columbia.

14  Mr. Bloy to move—

Be it resolved that this House adopt a new model of the student unions within post-secondary institutions that would allow for the members of the student body to volunteer their involvement within the union and subsequently, the fees associated with the student union.

15  Mr. Bloy to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the BC government to create more bicycle lanes, specifically in the Burnaby and Coquitlam districts.

16  Mr. Hawes to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the Federal Government to speed up the approval of permits for gravel extraction on the Fraser River to protect the Fraser Valley from the risk of flooding.

17  Mr. Hawes to move—

Be it resolved that this House encourages the Federal Government to support the expansion of the Abbotsford International Airport by providing funding for runway and apron improvements as well as federally supplied and funded customs service for international flights.

18  Mr. Hayer to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the importance of the fight against terrorism, and supports the need to hold terrorists and/or their supporting organizations responsible through both the criminal and civil courts.

19  Mr. Hayer to move—

Be it resolved that this House supports the need for extension of the validity of Canadian passports from five years to 10 years.

20  Mr. Jarvis to move—

Be it resolved that in the tradition of honouring British Columbia’s fallen soldiers from previous wars, the BC government will create a monument honouring British Columbia’s soldiers who have been killed in the war in Afghanistan.

21  Mr. Lee to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the enormous trade and economic opportunities British Columbia has due to its position as Canada’s Pacific Gateway.

22  Mr. Lee to move—

Be it resolved that this House supports the continued reduction of our debt as measured by our debt to GDP ratio.

23  Mr. Mayencourt to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the BC government to enact legislation to ensure that regulated professions and individuals applying for registration by regulated professions are governed by registration practices that are transparent, objective, impartial and fair.

24  Mr. Mayencourt to move—

Be it resolved that this House commit to the prevention of child exploitation in British Columbia.

25  Ms. McIntyre to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the tremendous environmental and economic benefits associated with fostering the development of alternative energy technologies.

26  Mr. Nuraney to move—

Be it resolved that this House support initiatives taken by this government to support literacy at all levels.

27  Ms. Polak to move—

Be it resolved that this House support a ban on the use of in-store “power wall” style tobacco advertising in British Columbia.

28  Ms. Polak to move—

Be it resolved that this House supports the seizure of vehicles used in the act of solicitation for prostitution.

29  Ms. Polak to move—

Be it resolved that this House encourages the participation of all British Columbians in celebrating BC2008 and, in particular, recognizes the contributions of First Nations and all immigrants in building BC over the past 150 years into a province we are all proud of today.

30  Ms. Roddick to move—

Be it resolved that this House support an emergency response plan to ensure the Fraser Valley is prepared in the event of flooding.

31  Mr. Rustad to move—

Be it resolved that this House supports pipeline projects such as the Enbridge pipeline once they have undergone and met the requirements of an environmental assessment.

32  Mr. Rustad to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the vital importance of privately owned and operated key industries in British Columbia, including, but not exclusive to, the energy, mining, transportation, communications and manufacturing sectors.

33  Mr. Yap to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognize February 7, 2008 as Safer Internet Day as part of ongoing efforts to combat internet crimes against children.

36  Mr. MacKay to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the financial burden faced by northern residents who need to travel for health care reasons, and the role Government can play in helping to ease that burden.

37  Mr. MacKay to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes that private property rights are the essential foundation of a free, democratic society and the foundation of a strong, sustainable economy.

38  Mr. MacKay to move—

Be it resolved that this House does not support organizations that call for boycotts of products from British Columbia’s resource industries.

39  Ms. Thorne to move—

Be it resolved that this House instruct the Government to act quickly to impose restrictions on mass evictions of apartment blocks, by introducing amendments to the Residential Tenancy Act to provide that:

(a) Mass evictions for renovations can not be issued for the months of November, December, January and February.

(b) Mass eviction notices will be deemed invalid until renovation permits are in place if required.

(c) Mass evictions of rental holdings will require a 90 day notice.

(d) An expedited arbitration will be concluded with a decision being rendered no later than 60 days prior to the eviction date.

(e) That the filing fees for the hearing be charged to the landlord and not the tenants.

(f) That every reasonable attempt to mitigate the social impact of these evictions be attempted by the building owner.

41  Ms. Karagianis to move—

Be it resolved that this House urges Government to consult with First Nations communities to establish protection protocols for artifacts, middens, and sacred sites for all communities in British Columbia; and a program to assist in protection, conservation and stewardship of significant First Nations heritage sites.

42  Ms. Karagianis to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the BC Government to petition the Federal Government of Canada to extend Employment Insurance Benefits to self-employed individuals

45  Mr. Wyse to move—

Be it resolved that this House demand the Minister of Health provide the necessary resources required to provide the level of ambulance service determined by the Ministry of Health for each ambulance station in British Columbia.

46  Ms. Trevena to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge the Government to reintroduce the Violence Against Women in Intimate Relationships policy in cases where violence against women is alleged.

48  Ms. Trevena to move—

Be it resolved that this House urge VANOC and other sports organizations to ensure that women’s ski jumping be recognized as an official sport in the 2010 Olympics.

50  Mr. Brar to move—

Be it resolved that this House recommend the construction of the Ambulatory Care Facility in Surrey to begin in 2007 as recommended by the Fraser Health Authority and announced by the Minister of Health, rather than delaying the construction to 2008 as announced by the Premier; and,

Be it further resolved that the construction of the Ambulatory Care Facility be completed by 2009 as recommended by the Fraser Health Authority and accepted by the Minister of Health, rather than delaying it to 2010 as recently announced by the Minister of Health.

53  Mr. Nuraney to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes that as we move into a global economy, innovation in advanced education becomes increasingly more important, and that this House supports the post-secondary initiatives of this Government.

54  Ms. Polak to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes the necessity of twinning the Port Mann Bridge as a key initiative in opening up our Pacific Gateway.

55  Mr. Fleming to move—

Be it resolved that the Government support individuals pursuing education and becoming a part of BC’s skilled workforce by eliminating tuition and ancillary fees for adult basic education (ABE) programs and fully funding ABE programs at BC’s public post-secondary education institutions.

56  Ms. James to move—

Be it resolved that this House calls upon the government to amend the Lobbyist Registration Act to make lobbying of government and crown agencies open and accountable and to protect public interest by:

• establishing a code of conduct for lobbyists; and

• expanding the definition of lobbying to include those currently allowed to lobby without registering; and

• requiring that lobbying contacts with senior public office holders be recorded; and

• implementing a review and complaint process; and

• empowering the Commissioner to investigate, write and enforce orders regarding violations of the Act; and

• increasing penalties for violation of the Act.

57  Mr. Bains to move—

Be it resolved that this House direct the BC government to work with professional organizations and foreign trained professionals and other stakeholders to develop a process to speed the recognition of foreign credentials so that foreign trained professionals can realize their full potential and so that BC and Canada can benefit from their work.

58  Ms. Trevena to move—

Be it resolved that this House recognizes that 3rd May, 2007 is World Press Freedom Day. In so doing, this House notes, underlines and commits to the importance of the freedom of the media to democratic government.

In light of that recognition be it further resolved that this House urges the Government of Canada to work with other governments which are demanding the release of BBC journalist Alan Johnston, who was kidnapped in Gaza in March.

59  Ms. Trevena to move—

Be it resolved that this House agrees to the principles of domestic violence courts. Be it further resolved that by so doing this House urges the Ministry of the Attorney General to set up a pilot project to establish such a court.

60  Mr. Chouhan to move—

Be it resolved that this House apologize to South Asian, Chinese, Japanese and First Nations peoples for the adoption of the Provincial Election Act and for subsequent amendments which took away their right to vote.

61  Mr. Austin to move—

Be it resolved that the Final Report of the Special Committee on Sustainable Aquaculture tabled in the House on May 16, 2007 be adopted.

62  Mr. Mayencourt to move—

Be it resolved that this House require that all commercial guides contracting to bring clients into any British Columbia Provincial Park for mountain guiding and related mountaineering activities should have the minimum qualifications outlined by the following:

• Rock Climbing — ACMG Rock Guide or equivalent standard

• Ice and Alpine Climbing — Alpine Guide or equivalent standard

• Ski-Mountaineering — ACMG Ski Guide or equivalent standard

63  Mr. Fraser to move—

Be it resolved that the Select Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs be empowered:

1. To examine, inquire into, and make recommendations with respect to the progress made by the provincial government in achieving the commitments explicitly made by the Premier in the New Relationship, including:

a. The establishment of processes and institutions for shared decision-making about the land and resources and for revenue and benefit sharing, recognizing, as has been determined in court decisions, the right to aboriginal title “in its full form”, including the inherent right for the community to make decisions as to the use of the land and therefore the right to have a political structure for making those decisions;

b. To restore, revitalize and strengthen First Nations and their communities and families to eliminate the gap in standards of living with other British Columbians, and substantially improve the circumstances of First Nations people in areas which include: education, children and families, and health, including restoration of habitats to achieve access to traditional foods and medicines;

c. To achieve First Nations self-determination through the exercise of their aboriginal title including realizing the economic component of aboriginal title, and exercising their jurisdiction over the use of the land and resources through their own structures;

d. To ensure that lands and resources are managed in accordance with First Nations laws, knowledge and values and that resource development is carried out in a sustainable manner including the primary responsibility of preserving healthy lands, resources and ecosystems for present and future generations; and

e. To revitalize and preserve First Nations cultures and languages and restore literacy and fluency in First Nation languages to ensure that no First Nation language becomes extinct.

2. To consider and make recommendations regarding the implementation of Action Plans committed to by the Premier in managing change and taking action on the following:

a. Develop new institutions or structures to negotiate Government-to-Government Agreements for shared decision-making regarding land use planning, management, tenuring and resource revenue and benefit sharing;

b. Identify institutional, legislative and policy changes to implement this vision and these action items;

c. Develop additional protocols or accords to further the implementation of the vision, as required from time to time;

d. Identify processes to ratify agreements;

e. Establish funding and distribution structures/institutions to support First Nations’ capacity development and effective participation in the processes established through these action items;

f. Establish effective procedures for consultation and accommodation;

g. Appoint a joint working group to review Forest and Range Agreements and make recommendations to the parties on options for amending those agreements, in order to make them consistent with the Vision and Principles above;

h. Identify and develop new mechanisms on a priority basis for land and resource protection, including interim agreements;

i. Develop impartial dispute resolution processes and work towards a decrease in conflicts leading to litigation; and

j. Create an evaluation process for monitoring and measuring the achievement of this vision and these action items.

3. To examine the rationale for the continued and growing support of the Unity Protocol (first signed in Nanaimo, BC on October 28th, 2006) exemplifying the frustration and rejection of current government practices and mandates relating to recognition, accommodation and reconciliation of Aboriginal Titles and Rights.

4. In addition to the powers previously conferred upon the Select Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs, the committee shall be empowered:

a. to appoint of their number one or more subcommittees and refer to such subcommittees any of the matters referred to the committee;

b. to sit during a period in which the House is adjourned and during any sitting of the House;

c. to adjourn from place to place as may be convenient; and

d. to retain personnel as required to assist the committee,

and shall report to the House as soon as possible, or following any adjournment or at the next following session, as the case may be, to deposit the original of its reports with the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly during a period of adjournment and upon resumption of the sittings of the House, the Chair shall present all reports to the Legislative Assembly.

64  Mr. Brar to move—

Be it resolved that this House apologize for the incident of Komagata Maru that took place at the Port of Vancouver in 1914 and urge the Federal Government to read a formal apology in the House of Commons; to recognize the government’s role in the disgraceful incident of Komagata Maru; and, support the establishment of a permanent memorial to serve as a reminder of the tremendous hurdles that members of the South Asian community faced when they first came to Canada.