Donna Barnett

Helping nurses work together

Last week, our government passed Bill 18, which allows nurses to work together under the same bargaining structure.

Meeting the needs of seniors

About two and a half weeks ago, our government introduced legislation for the creation of a new Seniors’ Advocate.

Supporting our ranchers

Ranching is a central industry and culture here in the Cariboo-Chilcotin

Put an end to bullying

This Wednesday is Bullying Awareness Day in B.C., also called Pink Shirt Day.

Appreciating our Chambers of Commerce

This week, from Feb. 18-22, is Chamber of Commerce week across the province.

Families come first

Feb. 11 was British Columbia’s first ever Family Day

Families come first

Yesterday was B.C.’s first ever Family Day. I hope you all had a wonderful long weekend with your loved ones!

Rudy deserving of recognition

Rudy Johnson is a true Cariboo pioneer. Our region is what it is today because of people like him.

Speaking out for rural B.C.

Earlier this month, the Rural BC Project, released a discussion paper.

Out with the old, in with the new

Beginning in the middle of February, a new BC Services Card will be brought in to replace the aging CareCard.

Alzheimer Awareness Month

January is Alzheimer Awareness Month across Canada, and so this week I would like to take some time to talk about this condition.

A 2013 wish list

MLA Donna Barnett presents a wish list for 2013 in her first column of the new year

Merry Christmas and best wishes

It’s hard to believe that Christmas is already here and a new year is just around the corner!

Recognizing leaders in our communities

Over the past few weeks, several community leaders in our region have been awarded Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medals.

Diverse needs, unique responses

Last week was Restorative Justice Week in B.C., which celebrates the important work being done by groups dedicated to restorative justice.

Celebrating adoption

MLA Donna Barnett weighs in on November as adoption month in B.C.

Lest we forget

This Sunday, Nov. 11, we will take the day to remember and recognize those who have died in the line of duty.

Education by the numbers

Education is important — making sure that our kids start off on the right foot is every parent's goal.

Celebrating small business

October is Small Business Month in British Columbia.

New skills and training

While many governments struggle to deal with issues, such as unemployment and a shortage of jobs, we know BC will face a shortage of workers