A Judicial Review beginning Monday in BC’s Supreme Court in Vancouver has champions for the environment crossing their fingers. The case, started by The Friends of Strathcona Park, challenges the Provincial Government's authority on how they protect parkland. At the centre of the case is a park use permit for a private resort on Vancouver … [Read more...]
Judicial Review gets underway in BC Supreme Court over Vancouver Island park use permit
February 4, 2013 by
Bieber investigation over: BC Liquor Branch
February 3, 2013 by
It took more than three months, but an investigation into why an under-age pop star was allowed to party at a Vancouver nightclub is finally over. Justin Bieber was 18 in October when he was spotted drinking alcohol at 'Republic' -- the Granville Street bar hosting the after-party for his sold-out concert. BC's Liquor Control and Licensing … [Read more...]
Premier says no confusion over Education Plan
January 28, 2013 by
The Premier does not think her government's Education Plan conflicts with another agreement signed between the Teachers Union and the Employer. Premier Christy Clark says her plan to reach a 10-year deal with teachers is a framework for the future. Clark denies it would be moot if the Teachers Union and the Employers group reach a new … [Read more...]
RCMP and province still wrangling over new HQ costs
January 25, 2013 by
There is still no progress to report on the negotiations over the cost sharing of the RMCP's new Surrey headquarters. Justice Minister Shirley Bond is repeating the province will only pay what is fair. "The issue of Green Timbers continues to be a priority for us and again in my recent meetings in Ottawa this was a topic of discussion with … [Read more...]
BC Place Stadium bill getting a once over
January 18, 2013 by
The pricey tab to renovate BC Place Stadium is about to get a going over by BC's Auditor General. NDP Tourism Critic Spencer Chandra-Herbert says he has recieved a letter from Auditor General John Doyle after asking his office to launch an audit into BC Place costs. "They are going to do a fact finding exercise look at the budgets, … [Read more...]
The leader of the BC Conservatives and turfed members disagree over state of legal battle
January 17, 2013 by
The leader of the BC Conservatives and rebel members thrown out of the party for opposing him are at odds once again, this time over the state of a legal battle. John Cummins told reporters Wednesday the court showdown with the so called dissidents is over. "Oh no that is far behind us it has been dealt with and it is no longer an issue." But one … [Read more...]
Vancouver man upset over smart meter installation
January 17, 2013 by
A Vancouver man is pursuing criminal charges against BC Hydro after he ended up with a smart meter he didn't want. Madeson Chase has at least half a dozen signs around his home saying "no trespassing," to try and keep hydro installers off his property. As well, his fence is spiked and he had wrapped his old meter in metal and attached two … [Read more...]
Health officials concerned over “rampant” flu outbreak
January 15, 2013 by
The Fraser Health Authority have classified a rampant flu outbreak in Metro Vancouver a health hazard. Chief Medical health officer Doctor Paul Van Buynder says serious steps are being made to take on the outbreak. Van Buynder says greater attention will be given to vulnerable residents fighting flu outbreaks in long term care facilities. "So our … [Read more...]
Vancouver Councilor upset over increased tanker traffic
January 13, 2013 by
With Kinder Morgan’s proposed pipeline expansion, Vancouver’s harbor will see seven-times its current tanker traffic. City Councilor Andrea Reimer says council was taken by surprise by the numbers—and they’re not happy about the increase. She says they're looking at bringing back a bylaw making sure companies are responsible … [Read more...]
