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Operator announces mediated talks as Metro Vancouver HandyDART transit workers strike

Operator announces mediated talks as Metro Vancouver HandyDART transit workers strike

VANCOUVER — The operator of Metro Vancouver's specialized HandyDART transit system says it will meet with striking workers and a mediator on Sunday in an effort to resolve the dispute that has shut down most of the service.
B.C. Conservatives recruit three more BC United MLAs, shaking up candidate list

B.C. Conservatives recruit three more BC United MLAs, shaking up candidate list

The B.C. Conservatives have recruited three more sitting BC United legislators to run under their banner in the fall provincial election, shaking up the previous Conservative candidate list in a process that has angered some supplanted nominees.
UBC cleantech startup neutralizes forever chemicals

UBC cleantech startup neutralizes forever chemicals

Wood waste used in carbon filter that destroys PFAS chemicals in drinking water
What travellers need to know about Air Canada's new check-in cut-off time

What travellers need to know about Air Canada's new check-in cut-off time

Travellers need to be more punctual for flights with Canada's flag carrier.
B.C. post-secondary institutions navigate student caps as school starts

B.C. post-secondary institutions navigate student caps as school starts

Schools with international student populations exceeding 30 per cent will bear the brunt of the restrictions.
FortisBC launching pilot program to reduce peak natural gas loads

FortisBC launching pilot program to reduce peak natural gas loads

Pilot program offers $100 in incentives for gas customers reducing peak winter energy use
Canadian Western Bank shareholders approve National Bank takeover

Canadian Western Bank shareholders approve National Bank takeover

EDMONTON — Canadian Western Bank says shareholders have overwhelmingly voted in favour of a sale of the company to National Bank of Canada. Edmonton-based CWB says the vote at the special meeting Tuesday was 99.
B.C. Premier David Eby vows better public consultation on supportive housing projects

B.C. Premier David Eby vows better public consultation on supportive housing projects

Improvement on B.C.'s healthcare, housing, education and climate change actions among NDP's promises for upcoming election.
S&P/TSX composite closes down more than 300 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

S&P/TSX composite closes down more than 300 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

TORONTO — Canadian and U.S. markets started September under pressure as signs of weakening economic activity pushed commodities and stocks lower. A report on U.S.
Cars allowed again: Gastown pedestrian pilot project comes to an end

Cars allowed again: Gastown pedestrian pilot project comes to an end

You will be able to drive through Gastown once again