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Some Okanagan Liberal MLAs - Norm Letnick, John Slater, Eric Foster and Bill Barisoff - meeting in Victoria with Michael J Ballingall to work on issues for Big White.
Bill joins Penticton Indian Band Chief Johnathan Kruger and other guests for the opening of the beautful new Outma Sqilxw Cultural School.
Bill (second from right) and other members of the BC Liberal Caucus were proud to join Michael Hurley (first on left) to honour fire fighters who have died in the line of duty. Mr. Hurley is President of the British Columbia Professional Fire Fighters’ Association.
Bill and fellow MLA John Slater on hand with members of crews to unveil work done to improve protection against wildfires.
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Penticton MLA Bill Barisoff and Boundary-Similkameen MLA John Slater join MP Stockwell Day and Osoyoos City Councilors to mark the beginning of the Northwest Sewer Project which will prevent potential contamination of wells and Osoyoos Lake.
Bill joins Summerland Mayor Janice Perrino and MP Stockwell Day turning the sod to prepare for infrastructure improvements at Prairie Valley Road and Rosedale Avenue.
Bill, with Mayor Dan Ashton and MP Stockwell Day turn the sod to kick off upgrades to the swimming pool at the Penticton Community Centre.
Bill with Premier Gordon Campbell, MP Stockwell Day, and Penticton Mayor Dan Ashton looking on as Susie Welch celebrates lighting the Olympic Cauldron.
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Bill with Premier Gordon Campbell and fellow MLA John Slater before the Olympic Torch arrives in Penticton.
Bill cheering on the Torch as it arrives to the stage.
Bill greats the Torch bearers as they arrive on the stage of the official celebration in Penticton.
Bill displays the 2010 Olympic torch.
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Penticton MLA Bill Barisoff is escorted to the Speaker's Chair by Opposition House Leader Mike Farnworth and Government House Leader Mike de Jong after being elected for his second consecutive term as Speaker of the House. Photo by John Yanyshyn
Bill Barisoff, pictured with Premier Gordon Campbell and Clerk E. George MacMinn, was sworn in today as MLA for Penticton. June 8, 2009.
Bill alongside his colleagues in front of the B.C. Legislature at an announcement of $500,000 to deliver four safety programs designed specifically for the silviculture industry, including how to safely drive ATV's on the job. February 24, 2009.
Mrs. Bordin’s West Bench Elementary Grade 2 class participating in the Raise A Reader program designed to build literacy skills. February 13, 2009.
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MLAs Rick Thorpe and Bill Barisoff, along with some eager young helpers, get ready to serve some cake at the Giants Head Strong Start Centre in Summerland. November 7, 2008.
Bill cuts the ribbon on Structurlam's new value-added wood plant with Forestry and Range Minister Pat Bell, Structurlam President Bill Downing and a project supporter. September 25, 08.
Bill touring Structurlam's new cutting edge value added wood facility. September 25, 08.
Bill trying out new fitness equipment that will be installed in ActNow BC Seniors Community Parks that will encourage B.C. seniors to live healthy, active lives. September 23, 2008.
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Bill at the opening of the new South Okanagan Event Centre with community representatives and the Penticton Vees. September 18, 2008.
Bill with Mayor Kimberly unveiling the sign for Penticton’s LocalMotion project, the new Ellis Creek Trail, while Councillor Litke looks on. August 28, 2008.
Bill talking about the benefits of Penticton Joining the BizPaL network. August 20, 2008.
Bill with Andre Martin and Bruce Judd receiving the funds for the BC Hockey Hall of Fame Project. August 12, 2008.
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Premier Gordon Campbell had the opportunity to admire Penticton's centennial book at the Pavilion. It tells the story of the charming city in British Columbia's sunny Okanagan Valley. Local writer Yasmin John-Thorpe worked with some of Penticton's best storytellers, historians and photographers to produce the book which is on display at the BC Canada Pavilion in Beijing. August 10, 2008
Al Horning, Bill Barisoff, Rick Thorpe, with community members and Premier Gordon Campbell unveiling the plaque to celebrate the reopening of the Myra Canyon Trestles. June 20, 2008
Bill With Minister Rick Thorpe presenting funding to the Agur Lake Camp Society, a unique organization that provides family respite, recovery, education, and a barrier-free facility for children with special needs and seniors.
Bill joining Minister Rick Thorpe and Penticton Councilor Rory McIvor on a Tour of the Summerland Based Geometrik manufacturing. Here Geometrik Director of Engineering Vladimir Bolshakov displays the new hi-tech acoustical wood paneling that will be used in the new South Okanagan Events Centre.
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Bill joining the Minister of State for Mining Kevin Kruger and Osoyoos Town Councilor and geologist Alan Carswell at the recent $ 1.2 million reclamation event for the former 108 year old Lakeview Dividend Mine in Osoyoos. The environmentally sensitive project and special mine tunnel cap will allow the local bat population to continue to access their favorite habitat; the mine site.
Bill introduces Gordon Hogg, Minister of State for ActNow BC at the launch of the ActNow BC Road to Health Community Tour at the Legislature in Victoria.
Bill participates in some of the ActNow activities at the launch of the ActNow BC Road to Health Community Tour in Victoria.
Bill presenting Oliver with $25,000 to support a pilot project to establish the first Agricultural Resort Area in B.C.
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Bill meets with members of the Naramata Elementary PAC to view the new playground equipment.
Bill and Penticton Mayor Jake Kimberly at the future site of the new Penticton Centennial Spirit Square Site.
