They thought Legislature would be sitting, but anti-pipeline protesters are still planning a huge demonstration on Legislature grounds Monday morning. Victoria City Councilor, Dr. Ben Isitt, says it will include a form of civil disobedience: "In some way, the protesters will be breaching what's called the Legislative Grounds Protection Regulation. … [Read more...]
Taxisaver proponents celebrate program’s survival
July 12, 2012 by
Advocates for seniors and people with disabilities are relieved at Translink's decision to no longer cut its Taxisaver program. Jill Weiss, who chairs the City of Vancouver's persons with Disabilities Advisory Committee, says she's happy Translink's board of directors finally listened. "It's wonderful, and it means that for thousands of people who … [Read more...]
