Opinion: Fine print shows how much the government has taken control over the ferry company, even taking control of wording press releases
A second condition said some of the money could be used “to support greenhouse-gas-emissions reduction through electrification of vessels and other initiatives to green the fleet and operations.”
“That policy direction was determined by the finance minister and the premier,” said Fleming, all but admitting that he and his ministry had little to do with it.Article content“The number was arrived at by looking at information that was known to government and that was provided by B.C. Ferries,” replied Fleming.“A contribution agreement will be drafted and completed, flowing the legal authority for these funds — that will be done and completed by March 31.
The money can only be used for one of two purposes: to limit fare increases and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The most revealing part of the agreement — revealing in what it says about NDP government’s political intentions — is the section dealing with public statements about the $500 million.Article content
Moreover “B.C. Ferries will not use any logo, trademark, official mark or other branding of the province except in accordance with the province’s written approval.”
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