March 28, 2024

Surrey protests possible transit cuts

Threatened with service cuts, Surrey residents and members of council have gathered in protest. Almost 100 people are waving signs in the rain, opposing any transit service cutbacks. Mayor Dianne Watts has just told the crowd any transit cuts are not acceptable. She says the city needs more transit, not less. Watts says Translink has given her a … [Read more...]

Vancouver Idle No More protests continue

Today's Idle No More event is continuing tonight in downtown Vancouver. About a hundred or so protesters blocked off Robson and Burrard Streets brought traffic to a stand still. People are beating drums and singing traditional songs -- and some drivers have retaliated with music of their own by honking their … [Read more...]

CLBC faces protests over executive bonuses

Tears and outrage. That's how families reliant on Community Living BC are responding to the Clark  government's refusal to address ongoing concerns about the program. Brenda Aarstad says her 22 year old daughter Lindsay, who's a CLBC client,  lost her job in April. "We've not had any service since and its been very, very frustrating. very … [Read more...]

Canada-wide protests planned over cuts to refugee health care

Several groups representing healthcare workers are set to protest looming cuts to refugee medical care tomorrow, as part of a national day of action. Ottawa is set to slash refugee healthcare service as part of changes made to its interim federal health program. Nurse practitioner Sonja Rietkirk is one of many healthcare workers planning to … [Read more...]

Prince Rupert rally protests Northern Gateway pipeline

Almost 2,000 people have taken to the streets of Prince Rupert to protest the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline. City councillor Jennifer Rice says residents and members of the Hartley Bay band are worried about possible oil spills. "Say no to having oil tankers here, super oil tankers in the north coast, because this doesn’t mesh with … [Read more...]