The decision by the Federal Government to close the Centre of the Universe, at the end of August, should be reversed. The facility provides important education and public outreach, especially for schools and youth summer camps. This is an institution that gets youth excited about science, and helps to foster a better understanding of our complex world. The Centre has the added benefit of attracting tourists to the region. This issue cuts across partisan lines, especially here in Greater Victoria. A petition is being circulated by Saanich South NDP MLA Lana Popham, the riding where Centre of the Universe is located. If you would like to sign this petition, please visit my constituency office (219-3930 Shelbourne Street) to sign in person, or your can print off a copy at my website: andrewweavermla.ca/2013/07/30/action-centre-universe/ The signatures we collect will be passed along to Lana Popham to be submitted en mass to the Federal Government. I will be meeting with different groups over the next couple weeks to discuss options to keep this landmark institution open.
Posted on: Wed, 31 Jul 2013 22:13:25 +0000
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