The Liberal government is making changes to forest policy in a bid to boost harvesting in the central coast area, but the NDP is crying foul. Forests Minister Steve Thomson says a combination of lower export fees for logs from the central coast - plus higher fees elsehwere - will mean one thing. "More would be made available to the domestic … [Read more...]
Mayor has questions about coal exports
December 5, 2012 by
Vancouver's Mayor is asking questions about plans by local port authorities to increase coal exports. Gregor Robertson's written a letter to Port Metro Vancouver requesting full public consultation before any decisions are finalized. He's concerned because if two proposals to boost exports are approved, Vancouver's Port will become the … [Read more...]
Far East connection for Canadian exports
August 30, 2011 by
B.C. and other Canadian exports are riding first-class straight to China through a new cargo service that’s expected to boost the province’s seafood and fruit export market. China Southern Airlines launched in July Canada’s first dedicated all-cargo service from Vancouver to mainland China. The service has been transporting B.C. seafood, other … [Read more...]
