Prince George garnered a lot of attention following the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention that concluded yesterday (Friday).
This came in the recognition of public safety and street disorder, and a new involuntary care centre that will be put in Prince George, which was announced by Premier David Eby.
Eby also spoke about seeing other communities, specifically mentioning the northern capital, which created a loud applause from the gallery.
“I understand that Prince George would like to host UBCM in their community next year. I fully endorse it!”
Prince George Councillor Kyle Sampson told Vista Radio that hosting an event like this would elevate the city on the political and provincial platform.
“It brings significant economic impact to the communities that host it, and most importantly, it brings the eyes of the entire province.”
“That means government staff are in Prince George seeing our issues, and that means delegates from every municipality across this province would see Prince George as a major player that we are.”
Whether PG will host next year’s UBCM convention is yet to be determined, but Sampson said the endorsement from the Premier speaks to what’s being done in the city.
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