A sobering look at the world economy today from federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, who briefed his provincial counterparts on his discussions at the recent G20 Summit. BC Finance Minister Kevin Falcon says the news is not good. "He's confirming what I've been saying publically for quite some time now and that is that the world economy is … [Read more...]
Provincial government loses another bid to keep IBM contract secret
June 14, 2012 by
The B.C. government has lost another round in its eight-year battle to withhold the details of an out-sourcing contract with IBM. BC Supreme Court Justice Keith Bracken has rejected the government's appeal of a Freedom of Information ruling requiring it to release details of the $ 300-million deal with IBM. Bracken says the government could not … [Read more...]
Vancouver park board chair launched bid for provincial NDP nomination
June 3, 2012 by
Constance Barnes is stepping down as park board chair to seek the provincial NDP nomination in Vancouver-False Creek. "There’s just no voice, so in my opinion it's time. I'm not getting any younger. I just think in my heart and soul, it's what I want to do. I feel very passionate about this place." Barnes says she will remain as a park board … [Read more...]
BCGEU and Provincial Government to resume negotiations
May 26, 2012 by
More than 25,000 BC Government employees won't be walking off the job anytime soon... because contract talks are continuing. Negotiations involving the BC Government and Service Employees Union are set to resume June 6th in Victoria. Talks started up again this week after breaking off at the end of March. On May 15, members --including liquor … [Read more...]
BC mayors call for discussions with provincial and federal governments
May 19, 2012 by
BC mayors want to increase the lines of communication between their municipalities and the other two levels of government. 86 mayors from across the province want to have a round table chat with the Premier, as well as a round table on infrastructure with the provincial and federal governments. Surrey mayor Dianne Watts says, "Those conversations … [Read more...]
Provincial ministers to discuss proposed cuts to urban search and rescue
May 5, 2012 by
Proposed federal funding cuts to urban search and rescue teams is on the agenda as provincial ministers responsible for emergency management meet in Victoria this weekend. "Obviously the search and rescue units that are at risk across the province, I'm sure will be a topic of discussion for the provincial ministers with the federal minister," says … [Read more...]
Provincial government set to end teacher dispute
February 24, 2012 by
Another year, another stalemate. Education Minister George Abbott announced Thursday that the provincial government will begin drafting legislation to end its dispute with teachers. A year at the collective-bargaining table has done nothing to bridge a decades-long gap or bear a contract that was mutually agreed upon. “It’s unacceptable that this … [Read more...]
A provincial court judge has closed the door to camera’s in his riot court.
February 10, 2012 by
A provincial court judge tasked with being the first to decide whether the sentencing of a Stanley Cup rioter should be broadcasted has indicated, he's going to say no. Judge Malcolm Maclean spent nearly three hours hearing arguments before announcing he needs more time to make an "Informed decision." He's not willing to postpone … [Read more...]
Provincial Government shuffles roles to allow reformed justice system
February 8, 2012 by
Premier Christy Clark has announced several changes to her government, to allow Attorney General Shirley Bond to focus on reforming B.C’s justice system. Responsibility for ICBC will be transferred to Finance Minister Kevin Falcon, while Gaming goes to Housing Minister Rich Coleman. Clark says the province needs a reformed … [Read more...]
The NDP accuse the provincial government of self promotion on the taxpayers dime.
January 23, 2012 by
News of the Provincial Government dropping over $ 800,000 to promote their jobs plan has the opposition NDP upset. Finance Critic Bruce Ralston says the advertising campaign is nothing more than shameless self-promotion on the taxpayers dime Ralston says "The so called plan that they have depends on foreign investment yet all the ads … [Read more...]
