Minister defends fire-related travel ban that cost Okanagan communities millions
"I want to emphasize that decisions around states of emergencies and travel orders are not made lightly," said Bowinn Ma.
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"I want to emphasize that decisions around states of emergencies and travel orders are not made lightly," said Bowinn Ma.