Inuk / Parent / Owner of Knotty by Nature / Views are my own
Lekwungen Territories
Joined July 2020
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Friends—I am disheartened to tell you that I will not be representing the Victoria-Beacon Hill @bcndp in the provincial election. While this is not the result we wanted, I am so deeply appreciative for this experience and for all of you.
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What the public seems offensive leaves it wide open to racism. How about aligning to anti racism and anti hate language towards BIPOC #yyj @SarahPottsH @BenIsitt @JeremyLoveday #racismIsOnTheRiseInBC
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And so my last thank you is to my ancestors, the people before me who preserved, shared, and celebrated their cultures—our culture. You made me who I am today.
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“I would be absolutely thrilled to see Stephanie representing our community. As a small business owner, I have witnessed her impeccable track record of supporting grassroots, community-based businesses through her work with Knotty by Nature & Fibrations.
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"As a Clinical Nurse Specialist I'm encouraged that she will be championing expansion of mental health services, harm reduction & compassionate care. It is imperative that we meet people where they are at, & I know Stephanie's experience & foundational lens aligns with this.
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"Our community and province will greatly benefit from having Steph in the role of MLA.”
-Laila Peterson, Owner of Twig and Boat
It is great to have so much support from the small business AND healthcare community! Thank you, Laila!
#peopleforpapik #papikforvbh
“At this time when we so clearly must ensure that the chorus blends diverse voices, Stephanie brings a unique and valuable contribution. Not only is she deeply rooted in the culture of her lineage, but she also shares the fundamental democratic socialist values of the NDP.
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"I am delighted to support her as she seeks the nomination. Please join me in voting for Stephanie!”
-Trish Richards, long-time NDP Member, living in Fernwood, Past Pres. of Vic-Swan Lake Constituency Assoc., Founding Member & Past Chair of the S. Island Regional Council (NDP)
Voting in the @bcndp VBH nomination race ends at 10pm tonight! Thank you to everyone who shared their stories, all those who got in touch, & the volunteers who took the time to connect w/members in the riding.
We can build the province of our dreams; we just need to get to work.