The Mayor of Burnaby is laughing off claims by Heritage Minister James Moore that recent marine service cuts were done with broad consultation. Derek Corrigan says the Federal Government is out of touch with the Lower Mainland. When asked if his community was consulted, "No, of course not, they certainly haven't been looking at us to be part … [Read more...]
Feds keep a close eye on CP Rail strike
May 23, 2012 by
The federal government is taking steps to impose back-to-work legislation against striking CP Rail workers. The announcement from Labour Minister Lisa Raitt comes hours after picket lines went up across the country. She's urging both sides to keep talking and she's not saying when the legislation could be tabled, but she insists they're ready to … [Read more...]
Bond says province, feds working to clear confusion on RCMP raises
April 7, 2012 by
B.C. Justice Minister Shirley Bond says both the province and federal government are working to clear up confusion around RCMP pay increases. As they consider signing a new 20-year contract with the RCMP, municipalities complain there was no consultation. Bond says the province's working relationship with Ottawa is good – but admits the … [Read more...]
Feds claim provinces were in the loop on RCMP pay hikes
April 6, 2012 by
The federal Public Safety Ministry says the provinces were actually in the loop on the RCMP wage hikes which seem to have caught many off guard. In an email the ministry says the terms of the raises were discussed with the provinces in April of 2011 and again in a teleconference in July of the same year. However Langley City Mayor and … [Read more...]
Feds look to let in more new Canadians
November 7, 2011 by
The federal government is gearing up to welcome a record number of immigrants to Canada by next year, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages James Moore announced yesterday. Under the Provincial Nominees Program, one of the country’s largest economic immigration programs, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) aims to bring in … [Read more...]
Feds, B.C. to do joint review on dam project
September 30, 2011 by
VANCOUVER - The B.C. and federal governments have agreed to one environmental and review process for the proposed Site C dam in the northeast corner of the province.B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake says the $ 8 billion project on the Peace River needs a thorough review and this agreement will eliminate duplication and make the assessment more … [Read more...]
Federal Heritage Minister optimistic BC and feds will reach RCMP deal
September 30, 2011 by
Federal Heritage Minister James Moore says he's optimistic Ottawa will reach a new RCMP contract with the provincial government before the end of November. Moore says the two sides are actually very close to a deal after four years of negotiations. He say, "you know, we agree. We agree on a 20 year timeline, we agree with the … [Read more...]
Feds to pull RCMP from B.C. unless new 20-year deal signed end of November
September 27, 2011 by
The federal government is threatening to pull the RCMP out of B.C. if the province doesn’t agree to a new 20-year contract by the end of November. Solicitor General Shirley Bond revealed the ultimatum yesterday as she updated the Union of B.C. Municipalities on contract negotiations for the province’s police services. Bond told municipal leaders … [Read more...]
Feds start Canadian pension plan tour
July 18, 2011 by
The federal government is launching a cross-country tour to discuss the potential for pooled registered pension plans as another option to help Canadians save for retirement. The plans would give ... Vancouver News latest RSS headlines - Big News Network.com … [Read more...]
