Category Archives: Political Citizenship

Eat, Drink & Be Controversial: Why We Need the 1%

You’ve heard the fuss over the Occupy Wall Street movement.  For a while now, “We are the 99%” has been the rallying cry of many.  But what about the 1%? Where do they fit in the political equation? Where should they be? … Continue reading

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EDC: Why Insight Safe Injection Sites are a Good Idea

Upper Cafeteria at UNBC today at 5:30 PM: Come discuss the pros and cons of the safe injection program in BC with the Political Science Student Association. One of the key policy makers of the program will be leading the … Continue reading

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Prince George All Candidates Forum

Still undecided about who to  vote for in the May 2 elections? Want to know if you’re making the best decision for you? Well, it’s your lucky day! The Prince George Public Library (Bob Harkins branch) is hosting an All … Continue reading

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[PICTURES!] Politician’s Dinner Recap

Good food. Good people. Good conversations. What more can we ask for? We had a fantastic time at our annual politician’s dinner! A big thank you to all the politicians who took time off their busy schedules to talk to … Continue reading

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UNBC to host a Vote Mob, Asks YOU to Surprise Your Politicians

Just two weeks ago, the Rick Mercer Report featured UNBC, and in his rant, he challenged young people across the country…. “If you are between the age of 18 and 25 and you want to scare the hell out of … Continue reading

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Call for Nominations!!!!

The nomination and campaign period for the Political Science Student Association has begun!  Positions Open: President Vice President – Internal Vice President – External Vice President – Finance Interested candidates are asked to send in a short statement of interest … Continue reading

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Environmental Quality plus Human Equality – The Path to True Sustainability

Visiting British academic and author Professor Julian Agyeman offers solutions for achieving a better quality of life for all through a combination of environmental sustainability and social justice, in a special public lecture in Prince George on Monday 14th march, … Continue reading

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Jerrilyn Schembri at UNBC (Recap & Pictures!)

This is a guest post by Rob Currie-Wood, President of the UNBC Young Conservatives. He can be reached at curriewr @ unbc.ca. Jerrilyn Schembri gave a great presentation to the PSSA regarding her candidacy for the Conservative Party in the Prince George-Peace … Continue reading

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Come Meet Conservative MP Candidate Jerrilyn Schembri

Conservative Candidate Jerrilyn Schembri is in the running to replace Jay Hills now empty Peace River riding in the (hopefully) upcoming election. She will be talking at the school today at 3 PM in the cafeteria. Please join us for … Continue reading

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Your Provincial Government Wants to Hear from You!

The BC government wants your feedback on the services it gives. From your expectations, to your preferences, to your ideas–the government want to hear them. Head on to http://blog.gov.bc.ca/citizensvoice/ to get your voice heard.

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