Ep 220: Short session

Shannon Waters is back to talk to Scott about the BC NDP’s short fall 2020 session. Plus the Trudeau government announced more details for the climate plan that includes a $170 carbon tax by 2030. And the BC Government released its first Climate Accountability Report, including updated emissions targets. Check out our partner: BC Today is the daily newsletter dedicated exclusively to BC Politics. Sign up for a free two-week trial and listen to the episode for your code for an exclusive subscription deal if you decide to continue. Start your trial at politicstoday.news/free-trial Stay tuned to our social media for details about our Leg-in-Boot PolitiCoast/Cambie Report Holiday Crossover special on December 30, Live on YouTube. Links Segment 1: Short Session Fiscal update shows continued impact of pandemic on BC’s economy B.C.’s deficit projected at $13.6B, with partial economic recovery anticipated for 2021 ICBC filing for 15% decrease on basic car insurance rates to prepare to switch to no-fault Former speaker claims ‘Me Too’ allegations at B.C. legislature not properly investigated Segment 2: Carbon Taxes Prime Minister announces Canada’s strengthened climate plan to protect the environment, create jobs, and support communities  A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT AND A HEALTHY ECONOMY [pdf] Liberals pitch $15-billion in new spending, hike carbon tax to pass 2030 emissions goals BC sets new 2025 emission target, details climate action in CleanBC report 2020 Climate Change Accountability Report [pdf] Image: flickr/bcgovphotos