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WestJet loses appeal, must compensate for preventable safety delays

WestJet loses appeal, must compensate for preventable safety delays

WestJet had argued 'safety reasons' should exempt them from payouts, even if crew shortages arose through their own lack of planning or inaction.
Asked about Chinese ferry deal, Gregor Robertson says 'Buy Canada' policy needs work

Asked about Chinese ferry deal, Gregor Robertson says 'Buy Canada' policy needs work

COQUITLAM — Gregor Robertson, the minister responsible for the federal agency that helped fund a BC Ferries contract to buy ships from China, says Canada needs to "catch up" with the United States when it comes to protecting domestic jobs and the eco
First Nations 'making history' to buy B.C. port terminal that moves critical minerals

First Nations 'making history' to buy B.C. port terminal that moves critical minerals

Two First Nations have formed a joint partnership with a transport company to purchase the Port of Stewart bulk terminal on the Portland Canal that separates British Columbia and Alaska.
Tsawwassen First Nation reviews ruling on Cowichan Nation claims

Tsawwassen First Nation reviews ruling on Cowichan Nation claims

B.C. Supreme Court decision on Cowichan Tribes land claim rattles government.
Auditor general to study the modernization of the federal pay system

Auditor general to study the modernization of the federal pay system

OTTAWA — The federal government's troubled attempt to modernize its pay system will be probed by the federal auditor general as the government begins its move to another new payroll program.
Many good reasons to invest in Canadian commercial real estate, says report

Many good reasons to invest in Canadian commercial real estate, says report

Canada has stronger fundamentals than the U.S. in seven key areas, says Colliers.
Negotiations between Canada Post, union delayed again

Negotiations between Canada Post, union delayed again

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says Canada Post has cancelled a meeting planned for the two sides today. The union says the corporation cancelled the meeting because Canada Post needs more time to review the union's latest global offers.
B.C. coal mine penalized after dust emissions reach 375% over limit

B.C. coal mine penalized after dust emissions reach 375% over limit

The B.C. government penalized Conuma Resources Limited $13,000 after it breached air quality limits 32 times over 18 months.
Tariffs could impact Surrey $310M project

Tariffs could impact Surrey $310M project

The report notes it is anticipated the trade despite relating to tariffs will have a likely impact on the city’s major capital projects.
Rob Shaw: All stick, no carrot in B.C.'s housing strategy

Rob Shaw: All stick, no carrot in B.C.'s housing strategy

Coquitlam's mayor says his city is beating provincial housing targets, but government hasn't stepped up on schools, transit or child care.