April 23, 2024

BC’s Attorney General is pressuring Ottawa for clarification of RCMP wage hike costs.

BC's Attorney General is pressing the federal government for more details on raises for the RCMP that could prevent some municipalities from signing on to a new 20 year contract with the force.  Shirley Bond says she understands that some mayors are reluctant to sign the 20 year deal before the April 30th deadline after being blindsided by … [Read more...]

Teachers seek court clarification

The BC Teachers' Federation wants to go back to court in the case of the class size and composition after hearing what the government is offering. BCTF president Susan Lambert says they have had five meetings with the government on the issue but no progress is being made. She says it's becoming clear at the bargaining table government has no … [Read more...]