The City of Vancouver is considering changing parts of its public hearing process, but some ideas aren’t sitting too well with observers. Randy Helton with cityhallwatch.ca says one proposal would let councillors who miss part of a hearing still vote on a matter, after just a short briefing from staff. "If it's a very contentious issue and … [Read more...]
Harper concerned about rising health care costs
November 26, 2011 by
Now that provincial and territorial ministers have wrapped up 2 days of meetings on the future of Canadian health care, the Prime Minister admits he's worried about rising costs. Even so, Stephen Harper says Ottawa will keep increasing funding.... for now. "We have committed to the six per cent for a few more years. Over the long term, I … [Read more...]
Minister concerned about allegations over RCMP
November 9, 2011 by
BC's top cop is concerned about allegations of sexual harassment levelled at senior Mounties but doesn't expect it to impact contract talks. Solicitor-General Shirley Bond measured her words carefully in addressing the complaint made by RCMP Corporal Catherine Galliford, "Well, anytime there is an allegation like this it is a concern … [Read more...]
Family member concerned over Pickton hearing
September 29, 2011 by
A move to strong-arm Victoria into granting full, funded status for groups wanting to participate in the Missing Women's Inquiry has a family member afraid of the consequences. Ernie Crey's sister, Dawn, is one of dozens suspected of falling victim to serial killer Robert "Willy" Pickton, but whose case never went to trial. He says it's … [Read more...]
