The province is expanding its veteran's licence plate program to include those currently serving for the Canadian Forces. It takes effect in September. Attorney General Shirley Bond says it’s just one way to thank service members for their contributions to Canada. CKNW Vancouver News … [Read more...]
Funding cut for kids’ Science World program
June 28, 2012 by
The chair of Science World's board of directors calls it unexpected. The provincial government has cut funding for a program that brings science to kids. Andrew Harries says the program takes Science World on the road, reaching kids all over B.C. who otherwise would never get a chance to visit the Vancouver attraction. He says it’s important … [Read more...]
Windows Phone 8 updates coming over the air, early access to ‘registered enthusiasts,’ 18 month support program announced
June 24, 2012 by
Tired of plugging your Lumia 900 into your PC or Mac in order to apply software updates? Tough luck -- you'll still be doing it while future buyers snack on Windows Phone 8. Harshness aside, Microsoft made clear at today's Windows Phone Summit that all WP8 updates will be delivered over the air, with an available program to give "registered … [Read more...]
Support for taxi-saver program
June 19, 2012 by
The fight against the planned scrapping of Translink's Taxi-saver program is ramping up. The program lets users with mobility issues use a taxi for half the price. Seniors can also use the service, should HandyDART not be available. Supporters at City Hall argue Taxi-saver allows for last minute trips, unlike on HandyDART. Translink first announced … [Read more...]
Vancouver moving ahead with bike share program
June 13, 2012 by
Plans for a public bike share program in Vancouver are forging ahead, despite opposition from commercial bike rental companies. Staff are reporting the total cost over ten years is expected to be about two-million dollars, but similar programs in other cities have failed, with taxpayers forced to bail out private contractors. Two companies … [Read more...]
Avalon Waterways Launches Avalon Choice Program
June 1, 2012 by
One of the best river cruise lines around, Avalon Waterways is changing the game by offering their Avalon Choice program, allowing for more customization for passengers. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Translink puts decision to chop Taxi Saver program on ice
May 30, 2012 by
Translink is "taking a step back" from its decision to cancel the Taxi Saver program, which subsidizes taxi's for handy dart users. Instead, it will consult with stakeholders, after close to 200 people packed its annual general meeting to express outrage. Translink CEO Ian Jarvis suggests the process taken to come to the decision wasn't … [Read more...]
Changes coming to Aircare program
May 24, 2012 by
CKNW has learned the provincial government will phase out emissions testing of cars and light trucks in the Aircare program. Environment Minister Terry Lake will make an announcement in Burnaby this afternoon on the future of the 20-year-old agency. Sources say the focus will be shifted to heavier vehicles like semi's and R-V's, but it's not clear … [Read more...]
Mobile needle exchange program hoping for permit from City of Abbotsford
May 19, 2012 by
A mobile needle exchange program run by the same organization that runs Insite is hoping to get a permit to legally operate in Abbotsford. Mark Townsend with the Portland Hotel Society says the van distributes up to 400 needles per trip, and that in the six months the van has operated informally in the city, he's heard of no complaints. "They've … [Read more...]
Seniors, others incensed over TaxiSaver program getting the axe
May 16, 2012 by
Advocates for seniors and people with disabilities are speechless after Translink announced it is phasing out the TaxiSaver service. For the past 20 years, TaxiSaver allowed HandyDart customers to call for a cab ride at half the price. Translink expects the move will save more than 3 million dollars over the next three years -- to be reinvested … [Read more...]
