The company that operates Translink's HandyDart service in Metro Vancouver is vowing to look into complaints levelled by drivers about a decline in service quality. M-V-T Canadian Bus Regional V-P Don Johnson says its the first time he's heard some of the allegations, which include passengers being left waiting so long they ran out of … [Read more...]
The City of Langley says they are also willing to look at leaving Metro Vancouver
April 23, 2012 by
The Mayor of Langley City says he too is willing to take a look at the pro's and con's of leaving Metro Vancouver and starting a new regional district. Peter Fassbender says he isn't the only one who is taking a look at the idea, a lot of Mayors South of the Fraser are "..Well we had a meeting with Mayor Watts, Mayor Froese, myself, Mayor … [Read more...]
VPD look for new ways to catch hockey rioters
April 22, 2012 by
While the Vancouver Canucks try to stay in this year's race for hockey's Holy Grail, local police are examining new ways to track down last year's rioters. Posters and images placed online helped identify many of the 85 suspects already facing charges. The head of the riot investigation team, Insp. Les Yeo, says they're now considering running a … [Read more...]
Visit the Newseum in Washington, DC for a look at campaign coverage through the years
April 18, 2012 by
In this election year, head to the Newseum in Washington, DC for a look at media’s role in presidential campaigns. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
BC’s Transportation Minister says at first look the Translink commissioner’s report seems to be on target.
April 12, 2012 by
Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom says he needs time to review Translink commissioner Martin Crilly's full report on the agency today but in general he agrees with its conclusions. He said "but it does build upon I think what the public sentiment is out there which is look, we understand we have a world class transit system, we … [Read more...]
A Look At Machine To Machine Communications
April 9, 2012 by
How is Machine to Machine communications changing major industries? How do industry giants automate mines, forestry operations and terminals? What technologies do they need in the future? These are some of the questions our panel will discuss. Moderated by Dave Thomas (Rocket Builders) and VEF Board member, our panel includes: John Tolkamp, … [Read more...]
Know where to look for this colorful Costa Rican native
February 23, 2012 by
Costa Rica is known for its variety of wildlife, but you might need to seek out some of the shyer species. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
A Look At Local Accelerators
February 21, 2012 by
This event is brought to you in partnership with NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada). Register now at the early bird rate of $ 45 through our website: www.vef.org. In conjunction with NSERC, VEF is offering a student discount of $ 35 for pre-registered tickets. Please contact the VEF Manager for registration code: … [Read more...]
A behind the scenes look at the Engadget CES stage!
January 11, 2012 by
Guys, haven't you heard? We've got our own stage at the Las Vegas Convention Center this year, right in the thick of the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show. And all week we'll be delivering live podcasts, as well as nonstop interviews with some of the most prominent companies setup here on the floor. Keep it locked here all week for the usual CES … [Read more...]
