By Canadian Press

B.C. premier condemns Russian leader Putin, says B.C. supports people of Ukraine

Feb 25, 2022 | 2:28 PM

VICTORIA — Premier John Horgan says British Columbia supports the people of Ukraine in their battle to turn back Russian military forces and President Vladimir Putin.

He says B.C. is working with the federal government and will support whatever sanctions Canada can impose to help condemn Russian actions.

Russian forces launched an invasion of Ukraine on Wednesday, with reports of casualties on both sides of the conflict. 

Horgan says he hopes international pressure will convince Putin to turn back his troops.

Earlier this week, B.C.’s political leaders, including Shirley Bond of the Opposition B.C. Liberals and Green Leader Sonia Furstenau, delivered emotional statements of support for the Ukrainian people in the legislature.

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The flag of Ukraine is flying at the B.C. legislature. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 25, 2022.

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