April 26, 2024

Two jail guards assaulted at overcrowded facility

It's another example of rampant overcrowding in B.C. jails.That's according to the Corrections Chair of the BCGEU, reacting to the recent assaults of two jail guards at North Fraser Pretrial Centre.Dean Purdy says the facility was maxed-out with more than 500 inmates, and relief isn't expected for at least a couple of years."The employer has … [Read more...]

Four new schools for overcrowded Surrey

SURREY, B.C. - B.C.'s fastest-growing school district will get four new schools to accommodate expanding enrolment in Surrey and aging buildings in other districts will be upgraded or replaced.Premier Christy Clark says land has been bought for four future schools in Surrey and that a total of nine new schools will be built in B.C.Education … [Read more...]