Nicholas Simons

People are being connected with family doctors or nurse practitioners faster than ever before. Every week, about 4,000 people in BC get connected to a care provider.
We’re welcoming new doctors and nurses quicker than other provinces. And we’re taking strong action to train more people for great jobs in health care, close to home. SFU will open a new medical school in 2026, and we're adding more seats to other types of health care training programs. We’re also making it faster and easier for internationally trained nurses to join BC's health care workforce.
There’s more to do, but it’s starting to make a difference. BC has more doctors and nurse practitioners in place to care for people. Surgery backlogs are gone. And more people are accessing health and cancer care faster and closer to home.
To register for a family doctor or nurse practitioner visit: https://www.HealthLinkBC.ca/Health-Connect-Registry

Today the Province, the shíshálh Nation and the Waterfront Protection Coalition came together for an appreciation gathering here during the UBCM meetings in Vancouver. Since the Plan was introduced by the previous government, all parties have worked collaboratively to make it better, and they deserve all our appreciation.

Thank you Sunshine Coast Community Services Society for all you do in our community. 🙏

Today, we proudly honour Captain ( N ) ( R ) Ret'd Stewart Alsgard as the recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This prestigious recognition is awarded to those who have made significant contributions to Canada, and Stewart’s dedication to our community is nothing short of extraordinary. As the former Mayor of Powell River for 12 years, Stewart has been a tireless advocate for truth and reconciliation, a steadfast ally to the Tla'amin Nation, and instrumental in the creation of the Community Accord. He is deeply respected for his 28 years of service in the Navy and his enduring commitment to our region.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Elder Elsie Paul for her blessing, former Tla'amin Chief Maynard Harry, and former City Councillor Aaron Pinch for their kind and thoughtful words about Stewart. A special thank you to all those who came out to celebrate, including the Brooks Secondary students, who—under the direction of teacher Steven Cramaro—played a beautiful rendition of O Canada on their trumpets. And a big thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #164 for allowing us to host this event.

In a touching surprise, Stewart Alsgard presented MLA Nicholas Simons with his own King Charles III Coronation Medal, recognizing Nicholas for his years of dedicated work as a representative of the Government of British Columbia.

This award represents the highest level of recognition for public service under King Charles III's reign, and Stewart Alsgard’s legacy will continue to inspire us all.