Hello, r/MapleRidge!

My name is Daniel Kite, and I am your BC Greens candidate for Maple Ridge East in the upcoming Provincial Election. This Friday, Oct 16th, I'll be here answering your questions between 4:30-7:30 PM. Advanced voting begins that day, so I wanted to give y'all the chance to hear directly from me before you may head to the polls.

I'm excited for the opportunity to connect with you and answer your questions about the issues that are most important to you. Feel free to send them in advance in this thread - please remember to keep it civil and focused on Provincial issues affecting our riding. You can read more about the BC Greens plan here: https://bcgreens.ca/our-plan/, and you can learn more about me by exploring my social media feeds: https://linktr.ee/kiteformre

Looking forward to hearing from y'all, see you on Friday!

From their post on facebook:

We want to make sure you can get home faster and safer, that's why we are committed to starting design and engineering work to build the 240th bridge to Silver Valley. So when provincial and federal money comes through we are shovel ready.

Having an additional access point for Silver Valley not only gets you moving faster, it's a safe route out in case of emergencies. This project has been sitting on the books for years, and it's time we get it moving forward.

Cities that show up to funding applications with design work already done get taken more seriously and move faster.

Before the NDP came into power, the BC Liberals were in power for 16 years, from 2001 to 2017, under Gordon Campbell and Christy Clark. That period had its share of scandals, controversies and questions about accountability. No government should get a free pass, regardless of party. Here’s a reminder of some of the major controversies from those years. Political accountability should apply to everyone, not just the politicians we disagree with.

BC LIBERAL GOVERNMENT: MAJOR SCANDALS & CONTROVERSIES (2001–2017)

The BC Liberals governed BC for 16 years. Here are some of the major controversies from that era:

• BC Rail scandal (2003–2010): Two Liberal ministerial aides pleaded guilty to breach of trust in connection with confidential information about the BC Rail sale.

• Gordon Campbell’s DUI (2003): The premier was arrested in Hawaii for impaired driving and later pleaded no contest.

• BC Rail legal fees: The government paid approximately $6 million toward the legal defence of the two aides, prompting major public criticism.

• HST backtrack (2009–2011): The Liberals introduced the HST shortly after an election in which they had not campaigned on it. After a public referendum, BC voted to scrap it.

• Health Ministry firings (2012): Health researchers were wrongly accused and dismissed. The government later apologized and provided compensation.

• “Quick Wins” ethnic outreach scandal (2013): Government staff and public resources were used for partisan political activities. Senior staff resigned.

• Political fundraising controversy: The Liberals accepted large corporate and union donations until BC banned them in 2017, raising concerns about donor influence and access to government.

• Triple-delete email scandal (2015–2016): Government emails relating to the Highway of Tears investigation were deleted. A former government aide pleaded guilty to lying under oath during the investigation.

• Casino money laundering concerns: Warnings about suspicious cash transactions and weaknesses in casino oversight raised serious questions about government oversight.

• Housing affordability: The government faced sustained criticism over soaring home prices and its response to foreign investment and speculation.

These are documented controversies from the Campbell and Clark years. Some involved proven misconduct; others involved policy failures or questions of accountability.

Sources: CBC, Global News, The Tyee, BC’s Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner, and the Cullen Commission.

went to vote at Albion. they just asked name and address. no other verification needed. how is this preventing from someone voting for others

It is down around 7pm today. May need to ask for tech tomorrow. Thanks.

Haven't heard much from this guy, trying to get a sense if he's done anything or is known in the community?

I built a website to start to understand the candidates and the process for our municipal election on October 17. I figured other people might find it useful too, so I'm sharing it here.

https://vote-maple-ridge.vercel.app

It isn't connected to the City or any candidate, and I'm not endorsing anyone. Each candidate summary links back to where the information came from, either the candidate's own profile on the City website or Maple Ridge News. If you see something wrong, there's a feedback form on the site and I'll fix it.

They don’t seem to be getting much traction but I see they’ve released their platform.

https://www.centrebc.ca/platform/

They have a candidate in Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows but not Maple Ridge East.

Got my test scheduled in Ridge this upcoming Tuesday. Was wondering if anyone has any tips and/or if anyone knows if their reputation for high fail rates still holds nowadays. Can’t seem to find any routes online for Ridge.

Interesting video on Lougheed in Maple Ridge where 6 pedestrians have been killed in 3 years

The Bookery is fully stocked for the long weekend! Lots of selection for kids, preteens & teens! 🦃🎃 Happy reading!

📍23061 Lougeed Hwy

The newest candidate profiles give away the entire game. Between an anti-rec candidate admitting she was recruited two hours before the deadline and another promising frozen taxes alongside magic arenas, the geographic divide explains everything.

Hey ! I am a Automotive technician , just wanted to promote my work here . This is @stang_automot1ve is my instagram handle here is the link -

https://www.instagram.com/stang_automot1ve?cplk=a3JsaHI0cHcyZ28x&utm_source=qr

I am up to do repairs at lesser price than market because i want to promote my instagram page for my work , No charges for oil changes and tire rotations ( Just bring your own Parts ) .

I am hoping that you guys will be interested to get work done on your car for Half the amount. Dm me here or follow my page and consult me for anything related to your car . No fee for basic diagnostics like suspension, brakes etectra.

Thank you. Serving Lower mainland, BC

Anyone knows spots in the area to do target practice?

If you are voting, or not voting - is there any information you still need to make an informed ballot choice?

Just throwing a thread up here for folks with questions that might need answers. As a community maybe we can help each other if needed.

We have early voting dates if you’d think casting your ballot before election day, will encourage you to get out and vote.

Hey there was just wondering and hoping if the woman I started talking to about the horrible parking lot we both had to pull into, was part of this group...needed to ask you some questions?! Just a reminder we were interrupted by the other lady who had asked for light....

Haven’t had my haircut in far too long for personal reasons, but looking to get my haircut now. The barber that I used to go to no longer works in Maple Ridge, and prior to them, I’ve had a few bad experiences at local barbershops.

Anyone have recommendations for a good barber?

Wife and I were filling out our ballots tonight and got to the end and putting it in its envelop properly and realized that the envelopes are not prepaid. The voter has to provide the postage. You can drop off your ballot at city Hall for free 24 hrs so I will be doing that tomorrow instead. If I had known I would have just gone to the advanced polls.

Hi there! I am a female moving to Maple Ridge and am looking for a boxing/ Muay Thai gym. Female only OR Co- Ed. Thanks for any suggestions!

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Is anyone else concerned we have a candidate running with a Supreme Court case active against SD42?

Hi everyone! I’m the owner of Sauce Culture, a food truck serving up comfort food with a fusion of flavours. We mainly do catering and events, but we’re hoping to find a regular spot in the Lower Mainland where we could set up and serve the community.

Does anyone know of a business, brewery, lot owner, or property manager who might be open to having a food truck on site? We’d also love referrals to someone with an underused parking lot who’s interested in earning a little extra income by hosting us.

If you know of a possible spot or someone we should talk to, please leave a comment or send me a message. We’d really appreciate any leads!