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SUMMARY:Sunday August 16th | Virtual – Zoom | Online Town Hall - Stop the Billionaire Farmland Grab 🚜
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Stop the Billionaire Farmland Grab — Online Town Hall on Sunday\, August 16\, 2026. 🗓️ \nAcross British Columbia\, farmland\, food security\, and local communities are increasingly threatened by billionaire land ownership and concentrated corporate power. \nThis online town hall will bring together political leaders\, farmers\, advocates\, and community members to discuss what is happening\, why it matters\, and how we can protect BC farmland for future generations. \nHear from BC Greens Leader Emily Lowan\, representatives from the National Farmers Union and the Dunster Farmland Coalition\, as well as Rick McGowan\, a BC angler who spent 10 years fighting one of these billionaires in court. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the effects of billionaire land acquisition on locally owned farms\, rural communities\, public access\, and BC’s long-term food security. \nWe’ll also discuss what governments can do to defend agricultural land\, strengthen local ownership\, and make sure BC’s farmland continues to serve the people and communities who depend on it. \nEvent Details: \n🗓️ Date: Sunday\, August 16\, 2026 \n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PT \n📌 Where: Online via Zoom \n💚 Registration: Sliding-scale tickets are available\, including a free registration option. \nFeaturing: \n\nEmily Lowan: Leader of the BC Greens\nThe National Farmers Union: Sharing the perspective of farmers and agricultural communities\nThe Dunster Farmland Coalition: Discussing efforts to protect locally owned farmland\nRick McGowan: A BC angler who spent 10 years fighting one of these billionaires in court\n\nWhat to expect: \n\nUnderstanding the farmland grab: Learn how billionaire land ownership is affecting farms\, communities\, and public interests in British Columbia.\nVoices from the ground: Hear directly from farmers\, advocates\, and people who have challenged powerful landowners.\nProtecting local ownership: Discuss policies that could help keep farmland in the hands of local farmers and communities.\nQuestions and discussion: Take part in a live conversation about the future of farmland and food security in BC.\nTaking action: Learn how you can support efforts to stop the billionaire farmland grab.\n\nFarmland is essential to our food security\, local economies\, and the future of rural communities across British Columbia. \nReserve your spot today and join the conversation about protecting BC farmland from billionaire land grabs. \nRSVP below or at this link: https://bcgreens.donordrive.com/stop-the-farmland-grab \nRSVP here!
URL:https://bcgreens.ca/event/sunday-august-16th-virtual-zoom-online-town-hall-stop-the-billionaire-farmland-grab-%f0%9f%9a%9c/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Emily Lowan
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SUMMARY:Friday August 21 | Brentwood Bay | SUPER Canvass with Rob Botterell and Emily Lowan
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Join MLA Rob Botterell\, BC Greens Leader Emily Lowan\, and the volunteer team for a SUPER Canvass in Brentwood Bay! \nJoin us on Friday\, August 21st from 10:45 am to 1:00 pm to connect with neighbours\, show Green visibility in the community\, and listen to the issues that matter most to local residents. \nNew to canvassing? No problem! New canvassers will be paired with an experienced volunteer\, and training will be provided before heading out. \n🚪 Connect with neighbours\n👥 Canvass alongside Rob\, Emily\, and the Green Team\n🌱 Training provided for new canvassers\n💬 Listen to what matters to the community \nAfter canvassing\, join Rob\, Emily\, and the Saanich North and the Islands team at Centennial Park for hot dogs\, refreshments\, lawn games\, and good conversation. \nThe meeting location in Brentwood Bay will be shared with everyone who RSVPs. \nRSVP Here!
URL:https://bcgreens.ca/event/friday-august-21-brentwood-bay-super-canvass-with-rob-botterell-and-emily-lowan/
LOCATION:Brentwood Bay\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Emily Lowan,Rob Botterell,SAN - Saanich North and the Islands
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SUMMARY:Friday August 21 | Saanichton | Rob\, Dogs and Cobs Summer BBQ
DESCRIPTION:🐶 Join MLA Rob Botterell\, BC Greens Leader Emily Lowan\, and your local BC Greens for the Rob\, Dogs and Cobs Summer BBQ! 🌭 \nJoin us on Friday\, August 21st from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Centennial Park Picnic Shelter #1 in Saanichton for an afternoon of community\, conversation\, and summer fun. \nBring your family\, friends\, and four-legged companions! We will be serving complimentary hot dogs\, including vegetarian options\, local corn on the cob\, refreshments\, and doggie treats. \n🌭 Enjoy complimentary hot dogs and local corn\n🐶 Bring your four-legged friends\n💬 Connect with Rob Botterell and Emily Lowan\n🌿 Spend an afternoon with your local BC Greens \nWhether you are a longtime Green or simply want to connect with Rob\, Emily\, and your local community\, everybody is welcome to enjoy the beautiful summer weather at Centennial Park. \nLocation: Centennial Park Picnic Shelter #1\, near the children’s playground\, 1809 Hovey Road\, Saanichton. Parking is available on Hovey Road or Wallace Drive. \nRSVP Here!
URL:https://bcgreens.ca/event/friday-august-21-saanichton-rob-dogs-and-cobs-summer-bbq/
LOCATION:Centennial Park Picnic Shelter #1\, 1809 Hovey Road\, Saanichton\, BC\, V8M 1S9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Emily Lowan,Rob Botterell,SAN - Saanich North and the Islands
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