Fund independent childcare providers to provide $10-a-day childcare spaces
"Expand $10 a day childcare availability by ending the NDP’s funding bias against independent childcare providers, who are experienced and ready to provide the $10 a day spaces that families need - right now." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
As more $10-a-day spaces become available, prioritise access for kids who have the fewest alternatives
Remove unnecessary regulations on childcare
"Increase the supply of childcare, everywhere by identifying and fixing unnecessary or unreasonable regulations - by any level of government - that prevent high-quality childcare spaces from opening, whether in home-based childcares, commercial spaces, or in public buildings like schools and rec centers." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
Review and increase the Affordable Childcare Benefit and BC Family Benefit
"Provide financial relief for all lower and middle income families. The Affordable Childcare Benefit and BC Family Benefit will be reviewed and increased so families have what they need to look after their kids - whether they prefer childcare outside the house, at home with parents, or with support from family members." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
Create 24-hour childcare spaces to support shift workers and first responders
Support schools to offer childcare programmes
Simplify credential conversion for educators, social workers, and teachers to switch to childcare
Allow educators to work as Early Childhood Educator assistants during the summer
Invest $500M in new accessible, affordable childcare spaces
"That’s why we’re making a $500 million initial investment to add new desperately needed accessible and affordable child care spaces, initiating a long- term capital plan that will be built with input from families, providers, school districts, municipalities, sector experts and more." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
Provide affordable before- and after-school care for kids up to the age of 12 in every school district
"Deliver affordable before- and after-school care for kids up to age 12 across BC. By working with school districts, education assistants, and other trusted staff, we’ll bring costs down for even more families through affordable before- and after-school care in every school district." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-16
"Expand the school meals program to save families money on groceries and put our kids’ health first – study after study has shown these critical meal programs improve students’ health, learning and outcomes." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
"Eliminate the PST on affordable used vehicles that have already had PST charged on them. Double taxation is unfair, especially for basic cars that people need for their commute. Additionally, we will reverse the NDP’s tax grab and ensure that any PST charged on a used vehicle is based on the sale price, not an arbitrary value made-up by the government." — Common Sense Change for British Columbia, retrieved 2024-10-15
Index the vehicle Luxury Tax to average vehicle values
"Index the vehicle Luxury Tax to average vehicle values to reflect car price inflation, and ensure people are not punished for buying vehicles needed for work. The so-called ‘luxury tax’ kicks-in at $55,000, even though the average price of a new car sold in BC is $66,000." — Common Sense Change for British Columbia, retrieved 2024-10-15
End inspections for out-of-province vehicle imports
Require speed cameras and road safety units to be highly visible
"Prioritise traffic safety over ticket revenue by requiring speed cameras and road safety units to be highly visible. This will improve deterrence, increase fairness for drivers, and prevent reactionary law enforcement tactics that lead to distracted driving.
o We believe the primary role of traffic enforcement should be to promote road safety via visibility and deterrence, with penalties for those who break the law."
Increase the supplemental income cap for people receiving disability assistance
"Increase the supplemental income cap for people receiving disability assistance. The current cap of $16,200 is too low - discouraging people from seeking work. Raising the cap would also reduce pressure on family members who currently often have to provide additional financial support." — Common Sense Change for British Columbia, retrieved 2024-10-15
Review disability assistance rates annually
"Review disability assistance rates annually. NDP-Trudeau inflation has been devastating for people across BC, especially people with disabilities who rely on assistance payments to cover the costs of living. We will review rates annually to make sure people with disabilities have the support they need." — Common Sense Change for British Columbia, retrieved 2024-10-15
Add a north-south SkyTrain line along the King George corridor to Newton in Surrey
Work with municipal leaders and TransLink to identify the highest priority projects from Transport 2050 to fund
"Fundkey projects in the Transport 2050plan, working with municipal leaders and TransLink to identify the highest-priority projects which may include expansions of SkyTrain, Bus Rapid Transit, Rapid Bus, and express and local bus services." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
Address service deficits in Surrey
Implement a zero-tolerance policy for drug use, threats, and violence on public transit
"Implement a zero-tolerance policy for drug use, threats, and violence on public transit. Offences against both riders and operators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, and we will work with TransLink and the Transit Police to make sure they have all tools needed to keep the system safe." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
Invest in BC Transit, focusing on high-growth areas where services are lacking
Expand HandyDART services and strictly enforce service quality standards for HandyDART contractors
"Expand HandyDART services to areas of greatest need, ensuring seniors have access to affordable, reliable transportation.
Strictly enforce service quality standards for HandyDART contractors to improve transportation reliability for seniors."
Fully fund TransLink for two years, while auditing and reforming their financial model
"Fully fund TransLink for two years to maintain uninterrupted, reliable service. Commuters shouldn’t need to worry about whether they can get to work or school. We will ensure full funding for transit as the financial model is audited.
Audit and reform TransLink's financial model to ensure the long-term availability of funding that not just maintains service, but fuels expansion for the future."
Launch dedicated RapidBus service on the new expanded Highway 1 shoulder lanes
Expand the Broadway Subway project to go all the way to UBC
Build two additional Bus Rapid Transit corridors
Provide fast, frequent, and reliable service along the King George Highway from Surrey Centre to White Rock
Connect Langley to Maple Ridge with rapid transit
Build a Bus Rapid Transit corridor to the North Shore
Extend West Coast Express to Chilliwack
Bring HandyDART services into government, instead of sub-contracting it to a private company
Review all use of private contractors for delivering BC Transit
"Review all private delivery models within BC Transit to make sure British Columbians are getting the best value for tax dollars and the best service for their needs." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
Work with TransLink and the Mayors' Council on the Access for Everyone plan
"Continue expanding and strengthening transit service by working with TransLink and the Mayors' Council on the Access for Everyone plan to ensure service continues to be there for people." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
Qualify more people for Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters, and increase the support available to individual renters
"Helping more seniors make rent and reduce costs by qualifying more people for SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters) and increasing the support available for individual renters." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
Increase the Senior's Supplement by $50 to $149/month
Require approval from voters via a referendum or election for any new tax
Allow people to exempt $3,000/mo of rent or mortgage interest costs from provincial income taxes, starting with $1,500/mo in 2026
"1) Largest tax cut for renters and homeowners in BC history – $3,000 per month of rent or mortgage interest costs will be exempt from provincial income taxes. This will be achieved by issuing a tax credit worth 5.06% of eligible housing costs, equivalent to the rate of BC’s base tax bracket.
2) Immediate relief in Budget 2026 - by exempting $1,500 per month, increasing by $500 per year to the full level of $3,000 per month. This is a clear and long-term commitment to British Columbians who work hard.
3) A fair and fiscally responsible tax credit – The 2026 budget impact will not exceed $900 million, and we will design a targeted tax credit that ensures the relief goes to people who need it to get ahead in life." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08
Provide a rebate programme for making energy efficiency upgrades to your home
"Cut the cost of heating and cooling your home, making it more comfortable and efficient while helping reduce your carbon footprint. Our rebate program will help you with the cost of energy efficiency upgrades, that then help you save even more money over the long term through lower energy and heating bills." — An Action Plan for You, retrieved 2024-10-07
