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Shannon Waters is back to talk to Scott about the BC NDP's short fall 2020 session. Plus the Trudeau government announced more details for the climate plan that includes a $170 carbon tax by 2030. And the BC Government released its first Climate Accountability Report, including updated emissions targets.

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Segment 1: Short Session

• Fiscal update shows continued impact of pandemic on BC's economy
• B.C.'s deficit projected at $13.6B, with partial economic recovery anticipated for 2021
• ICBC filing for 15% decrease on basic car insurance rates to prepare to switch to no-fault
• Former speaker claims ‘Me Too’ allegations at B.C. legislature not properly investigated

Segment 2: Carbon Taxes

• Prime Minister announces Canada’s strengthened climate plan to protect the environment, create jobs, and support communities 
• A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT AND A HEALTHY ECONOMY [pdf]
• Liberals pitch $15-billion in new spending, hike carbon tax to pass 2030 emissions goals
• BC sets new 2025 emission target, details climate action in CleanBC report
• 2020 Climate Change Accountability Report [pdf]

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