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Jennifer Blatherwick, MLA

Jennifer Blatherwick, MLA

@j-blatherwick-mla

MLA for Coquitlam-Maillardville Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity

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Pride is more than a month. Pride is a continuous act of courage, love, and allyship 🌈 It’s about honouring those who came before, standing beside those who are here, and creating space for those still finding their voice 🏳️‍🌈 #mlajennb #genderequity #pridemonth #prideseason #prideallyear

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Every step was for the science as much as the stories. Alzheimer’s begins long before symptoms show, and research is key to earlier detection, better treatment, and hope for prevention. Walking together means pushing that progress forward. One step at a time. #walkforalzheimers #mlajennb #coquitlam

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#mlajennb #healthcare #coquitlam #maillardville #dothework

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Huge congratulations to our Coquitlam HC squads! 👏 The U-18 team bringing home the Provincial Championship 🔥 and the U-17 team capturing the Prospects Cup 🏆 #champions #coquitlam #mlajennb #icehockey #parentsupport

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A major step forward for healthcare in our community. This Sunday, welcome to the new Jim Patterson Acute Care Tower at Royal Columbia Hospital. 💙 #mlajennb #medicalexcellence #hospitalinovation #rch #bcpoli

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No one should be held back because of their period. #MHDay2026 #MenstrualHygieneDay #PeriodFriendlyWorld #EndPeriodPoverty

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Grateful for the decades of dedicated service Mayor Richard Stewart has given our community. His steady, capable leadership has made a lasting difference. #mlajennb #coquitlam #publicservice #behindthescenes #retirement

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The journey to building a family can hold both deep loss and enduring hope 🦋 #ButterflyNetwork #IVF #LossAndHope #mlajennb #infertility

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Closing the gender gap in health isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. 💜 #womenshealthresearch #bcwomenshospital #healthequity #menopausematters #mlajennb

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What a beautiful day! ☀️ The Tri-City Chinese Community Society’s Annual Spring Festival Fair is always filled with amazing performances and fashion! Thank you to the organizers and all the volunteers for putting on such a wonderful cultural event right here in Coquitlam! 🌸 #mlajennb #coquitlam

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Last Saturday, Dave and I went to see a Les Échoes du Pacifique concert in the historic Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Maillardville. This choir started in Maillardville but draws from all over the Lower Mainland. It has been a week - and I am still thinking about those harmonies. 🎵 #mlajennb

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Inspirational to start the day with educators, advocates and allies at the ConnectHer Conference at BCIT. The conference brings leaders together to discuss ways we can make trade training and the workforce more equitable for women and underrepresented groups #skilledtradesbc #womenintrades #mlajennb

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Tiny fish, big impact. 🐟 💙 had an amazing time at the Fingerling Festival at Noons Creek Hatchery in Port Moody on Saturday - celebrating salmon, stewardship, and community by the creek. #mlajennb #fingerlingfestival #noonscreek #tricitiesbc #salmonstewardship

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Small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow. Take time this week to build a kit, make a plan, and talk to your family - because being prepared is being empowered. #mlajennb #emergencypreparedness #beprepared #readytogether

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Celebrating 30 years of ExplorASIAN at the opening ceremony in Coquitlam’s 🌸 Here’s to a month of culture, connection, and community! #mlajennb #asianheritagemonth #coquitlam #culturalheritage #30years

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An evening of red velvet glamour and remarkable achievement. Congratulations to the outstanding nominees and winners of the Tri‑Cities Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. Thank you for working so hard to contribute to our community. #mlajennb #tricitiesbusiness #coquitlam

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Proud to partner with @qmunity on a new helpline to address rising incidents of trans and queer hate in British Columbia. Their work will provide a space for people feel safe, welcome, and supported. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ #mlajennb #genderequity #trans #queer #twospirit

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With heavy hearts, we observe the National Day of Mourning in British Columbia. Remember those who never came home from work and support those who remain. #nationaldayofmourning #workersrights #momentofsilence #inremembrance #mlajennb

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Human rights ignorance isn’t just immoral—it’s expensive. Lawsuits, settlements, and failed policy are the price of irresponsible leadership. #MLAJennB #DutyOfCare #HumanRights #GoodGovernance #PublicTrust

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It was an amazing turnout at Surrey Vaisakhi! The hospitality, love, and support there was so meaningful! #vaisakhi #mlajennb #surrey #bcpoli #britishcolumbia Music: Goa Musician: ASHUTOSH Site: ashutoshmusic.fanlink.to/goa

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This week, our government introduced the K’omoks Treaty Act and the Kitselas Treaty Act - a landmark step forward for reconciliation and economic stability in British Columbia. #nationtonation #moderntreaties #selfdetermination #economiccertainty #mlajennb

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Grateful to be invited to speak at NEVR’s (Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships) 2026 Conference. #nevr #mlajennb #policytopractice #preventionmatters #genderequity Music: Silence theme Musician: Xuxiao

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Because life is better when you take a paws. 🐾 Happy National Pet Day! #mlajennb #nationalpetday #petlove #furryfriends

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Happy Education Week to everyone who teaches children - but especially to my favourite teacher! #education #mlajennb #kindergartencop #educationweek

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Last year I had the privilege of rising in the Legislature to talk about the anniversary of The Battle of Vimy Ridge. This battle took place April 9-12, 1917 and was a pivotal battle in the history of Canada. 🇨🇦 #history #canada #vimyridge #lestweforget🇨🇦 #mlajennb

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Happy spring everyone! We’re getting very close to my birthday, and all I am hoping for this year is support to continue the good work that we are doing with the BC NDP in our province. (Donation link in comments) #mlajennb #bcndp

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Happy Easter! Another egg-citing Easter egg hunt at Blue Mountain Park! Thank you to the families who came out to join in on this beautiful day! #coquitlam #maillardville #easteregghunt #easterbunny #familyfun Music: We Were Made For Adventure Musician: Friggin Foxes (from Audiio)

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It was a busy month! #mlajennb #coquitlam #community #healthcare #maillardville

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Today, we celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility and the achievements of transgender, Two-Spirit and non-binary people. #tdov2026 #mlajennb

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The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (EFry) is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to supporting women, girls and children at risk, involved in or affected by the justice system.

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So happy to get out in the community on Thursday night to spread the word about the new Primary and Urgent Care Centre that just opened in Port Coquitlam and the new Foundry Tri Cities. Having a place for youth to get same day mental and primary care is crucial to their health. #mlajennb

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Touring CityReach Care Society in Port Coquitlam with Mike Farnworth and seeing how community support comes to life. ❤️ #mlajennb #tricities #foodsecurity #foodrecovery

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My annual Easter Egg Hunt is here! 🥚 📍Blue Mountain Park 🗓️Saturday, April 4th 🕚0-5 years start at 11:00am 🕦6+ years start at 11:30am 😃Register using the QR code in the video 🐰Hop(e) to see you there! #mlajennb #coquitlam #maillardville #easterfun #egghunt

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It’s devastating to victims and their families when an intimate image is shared without consent. The sharing of intimate images without consent is wrong and now you could pay up to $75,000 in damages. Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/33489 #IIPA #intimateimageabuse #onlineharms #mlajennb #genderequity

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A huge thank you to Pasta Polo and Ahyoung for donating food to people in a really difficult time. Happy to be able to deliver it with Mike Farnworth. #mlajennb #tricities #community #helpingothers

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I was happy to be able to accompany the Premier on a tour of Foundry Tri-Cities on Tuesday. #mlajennb #youthmentalhealth #wraparoundservices #coquitlam #tricities

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Yesterday was International Francophone Day! La Organisation international de la Francophonie has 56 full members, including Canada. It is a multi-purpose organization that is also an observer of the UN. #mlajennb #internationafrancophonieday #internationalcooperation #frenchimmersion #bilingualism

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At the opening of the new urgent and primary care centre in Port Coquitlam, which will open to the public on March 26! This is the 11th UPCC in the Fraser health region. #mlajennb #bchealthcare #coquitlam #portcoquitlam

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A muted but defiant crowd last night at Towne Centre Park in Coquitlam for Chaharshanbe Suri. The Premier joined us as we marked the beginning of Nowruz, the Iranian New Year. #mlajennb #coquitlam #nowruz #chaharshanbesuri #lightoverdarkness

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One month ago, my family and I took the opportunity to walk across the Patullo Bridge on the last night it was open to the public. This bridge has particular meaning to me as it is the one that linked Dave and I when we first met. #mlajennb #patullobridge #infrastructure #buildingabetterbc

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It was amazing to be able to speak at the opening of the new Foundry Tri-Cities! #mlajennb #youthmentalhealth #wraparoundservices #coquitlam

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I lead the house in prayer the last day of session before International Women’s Day. #mlajennb #iwd #womensresilience #genderequity #innocentsinconflict

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March is Women’s Health Month. Women have been traditionally ignored when healthcare systems have been planned and implemented as well as when testing for things such as medications have taken place. #mlajennb #womenshealthmonth #internationalwomensday #womenshealth #womenshealthmatters

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A year ago, I rose in legislature to speak about the Festival du Bois and the many amazing volunteers who make it happen every year! #mlajennb #maillardville #coquitlam #festivaldubois #frenchculture

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Some amazing things going on at the three Secondary Schools in my riding. Provincial Championship in basketball at Centennial, help for those in need from Charles Best, and an amazing annual celebration of skill in music and culinary arts at Gleneagle. #basketball #culinaryart #jazz #unhousedhelp

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With so many people out there creating division and attacking people’s basic human rights, great to get out to the Train Station and celebrate Pride Night with the Coquitlam Express. It was great to reconnect with friends at Access, HIM, and Cutting Edges Hockey. #mlajennb #bchl #coquitlam #pride

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If you are experiencing relationship violence, please contact VictimLink BC at 1-800-563-0808 #mlajennb #genderequity #endgenderedviolence #victimlinkbc #gethelp

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Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Henderson Mall! In particular, I would like to thank the organizers and performers who made the celebration such a success. #mlajennb #coquitlam #lny #yearofthehorse #communitycelebration

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A wonderful display of talent from young artists at the TCCCS Spring Festival Concert celebrating the Year of the Horse. #mlajennb #coquitlam #pianoconcert #youthtalent

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February 11 marked International Day of Women and Girls in Science 🔬✨ Throughout British Columbia, women and girls are making incredible contributions in STEM and helping shape a stronger future for our communities.

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Saturday was a visit to the City of Lougheed and their Lunar New Year celebrations. Then a trip to Hanin Village, spending time connecting with local businesses in Coquitlam. #mlajennb #coquitlam #buylocal #lunarnewyear2026🐴 #yearofthehorse

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Kicked off Taste of the Tri-Cities with a feast from our amazing local eateries – and WOW did they deliver! 🍔🥘🍤🧁 #tasteofthetricities #mlajennb #coquitlam #eatlocal #buybc

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A great way to kick off the Year of the Horse! Thank you to the Golden Maple Multicultural Society for hosting the Lunar New Year Gala last night at the Evergreen Cultural Centre. It is amazing what people in our community can do! #mlajennb #coquitlam #yearofthehorse #lunarnewyear #britishcolumbia

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Twenty temporary shelter spaces are now open at səmiq̓ʷəʔelə. These spaces will operate nightly to support people experiencing homelessness in the Tri-Cities. This shelter will operate through April, providing much-needed shelter and support for people. #mlajennb #coquitlam #kwikwetlemfirstnation

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2025 was a year of listening, learning, and building together. From strengthening services to investing in opportunities for every family, our progress reflects the power of community. #mlajennb #coquitlam #maillardville #togetherwecan #strongertogether Music: Voyage Musician: @iksonmusic

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Thursday night, I joined an ancient Hanukkah tradition - the menorah lighting. The message of light, hope, and resilience is age old, and particularly poignant in light of the recent tragedy in Australia.

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A huge thank you to everyone who came out to Wednesday’s holiday open house, and our consistency office staff for working so hard to put it together. Wishing everyone in Coquitlam Maillardville and across the province the very best of this holiday season. #mlajennb #coquitlam #happyholidays

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