Whew! This week was a whirlwind! We had Minister @ravikahlon.bsky.social and Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social in the Okanagan. We met so many people doing incredible things in our communities. Here are a few highlights!
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Sneak peek at the #OkanaganGondola with Tourism Minister @annekangburnaby.bsky.social
Opening next spring, it will showcase stunning views of Kal Lake and the Okanagan Valley, plus local food, a mountain coaster, zipline & trails. Exciting #newjobs and opportunities for our region! #VernonLumby

What a great opportunity to be able to bring Housing Min @christineboyle.bsky.social to Turning Points' newest supportive housing apartment in #VernonLumby that includes 52 units and 24-7 supports for folks!
@bchousing.bsky.social

It's been great to show @christineboyle.bsky.social around our #VernonLumby and connect with so many Housing providers and Municipal leaders! #bcpoli

We are so lucky in #VernonLumby to have incredible partners and collaborative government partners at all levels! This is the perfect example of what working together can do! Let's keep this up! @christineboyle2428.bsky.social @governmentofbc.bsky.social #HousingFirst #MentalHealthisHealth

A weekly update graphic featuring MLA Harwinder Sandhu. She stands smiling outdoors against a brick wall, wearing a light pink blazer over a dark floral blouse, with her hands folded. The text on the left reads: OUR WEEK IN REVIEW MAY 23 - 30 Premier unveils plan to build prosperity through partnership, conservation Spring session focuses on standing strong for B.C. Vernon added as a priority community for housing BC Parks improves accessibility, inclusion Funding improves access to food in northern B.C.

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Thank you for your kind words 🙏 It was my honour.
I am proud to be a champion for workers’ rights, and I will continue to stand strong with all the workers in this province, because your future is worth fighting for.
#BCNDP #BCpoli #Okanagan #VernonLumby #BCFED

3/3: Here are some ways we can support our bee friends:
🌸 Plant bee-friendly flowers
🚫 Skip the pesticides
🏡 Support local beekeepers and producers like Planet Bee in #VernonLumby
🌱 Advocate for environmental protection
Every small action helps keep our planet thriving for bees and for us. 💛

#vernonlumby #okanagan

Tammy Robinson (left) and Vernon-Lumby MLA Harwinder Sandhu in the Oopsie Daisy Flower Shop in Vernon BC.

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit one of my fave local shops in #vernonlumby , Oopsie Daisy! It’s always such a good time talking with the owner, Tammy Robinson and her amazing staff. #buybc #supportlocal

Ahead of #RedDressDay, I stood today in the Legislature to recognize the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (#MMIWG2S). @metisnationbc.bsky.social @cmhavernon.bsky.social #vernonlumby

Check out the statement on food security I gave today 👇

#BCpoli #VernonLumby #Okanagan

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Vernon's very own Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery!
They won 11 Gold and 5 Silver medals at the 2025 World Spirits Awards!! PLUS the World-Class Distillery in Worldwide Whisky designation!!!
Congratulations to the entire team! 👏👏 👏
#buylocal #vernonlumby #buybc #canadasky

Our week in review - newsletter for MLA Harwinder Sandhu Vernon-Lumby BC

It's been a busy and fantastic week with 3 Ministers visiting Vernon-Lumby! Read more about what we were up to! My newsletter is hitting inboxes now!
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I delivered my first speech today in the Legislature! I gave a shout out to #VernonLumby and our beloved #wintercarnival ❄️Check it out 👇
#Bcpoli
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7 Ways to Support B.C.’s Food and Beverage Makers When you buy from local farmers, producers, and processors, you’re supporting a sustainable, thriving B.C. economy.

We are blessed to have so many producers of goods across our province, lets show them our support by buying local when possible! We are stronger together.

#BuyBC #buylocal #StrongerTogether #vernonlumby

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As colder weather continues across BC, it's important to stay safe and warm. If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, please contact your local government or Band office for more information.
Let's look out for each other during these chilly days!
#vernonlumby #bcpoli #BC

There's never been a more important time to support BC Here's what you can do

Shop local Choose BC-made products and services, and shop at local retailers whenever possible

Travel Local Discover all BC has to offer while supporting local communities

Eat Local Look for the BuyBC logo at your grocer or visit a farmer's market to support our growers and producers

Supporting B.C. has never been more important! 💙 From the mountains to the coast, we have incredible food, world-class wine, breathtaking travel spots & amazing local products. Now’s the time to support B.C. in big & small ways! 🍷🏔️ 🌊

Plan: HelloBC.ca
Buy local: BuyBC.gov.bc.ca

#vernonlumby #bcpoli

B.C. helps fruit growers prepare for extreme weather New funding is available to help tree-fruit growers prepare their orchards for extreme weather so people can continue to enjoy the B.C. peaches, cherries and apples that so many farming families and c...

Tree fruit growers can apply now to the new #TreeFruitClimateResilienceProgram to help protect their orchards and farms from #climatechange. Growers can receive support to buy equipment, invest in infrastructure and pursue innovative projects #VernonLumby @lanapopham.bsky.social news.gov.bc.ca/31932

'Screaming at the top of our lungs as nurse 20 years ago': MLA Harwinder Sandhu - Vernon News With two healthcare clinics on verge of shuttering in the North Okanagan, MLA Harwinder Sandhu says healthcare professionals saw the healthcare crisis coming two decades ago.

Access to sexual & reproductive health services is critical for our communities. I'm actively advocating for Vernon & Lumby clinics facing closure & working with the Ministry of Health to find solutions.
Healthcare is a right, we must protect it!
#bcpoli #vernonlumby
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I had an amazing time at the grand opening of the @salvationarmy’s new location in Vernon! It was wonderful to see so many people supporting such an important cause. #vernonlumby

Thank you for all you do for our community @harwindersandhu.bsky.social 🧡

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#bcndp
#bcpoli
#vernonlumby

I had an incredible time connecting with Sparkling Hill Resort’s CEO and team this week to discuss how to better support tourism in our beautiful area! We are so blessed to have this renowned, world-famous health resort here in #VernonLumby!

This is fantastic! Supporting our movie industry = more jobs in B.C. And in rural areas like ours #OkanaganBC #VernonLumby

This holiday season, let's keep our dollars local! In #VernonLumby, we're blessed to have an incredible variety of shops that have anything and everything I could ever imagine! I love supporting local and connecting with our amazing entrepreneurs and business owners! #Buylocal

Feeling festive! Kids did the Christmas decorations and I love it! #christmas #christmastree #christmassweater🎄 #vernonlumby