The BC Teachers Federation and the BC Public School Employers Association will vote Saturday on a new deal potentially changing how bargaining works. While the BC Teachers Federation has said they will recomend ratification to its members, BCPSEA is playing coy. Spokesperson Mel Moy says, "we are just going to go into the discussion … [Read more...]
Skier injured on Hollyburn Mountain Saturday passes away
December 9, 2012 by
A man who fell about ten feet into an embankment while backcountry skiing on Hollyburn Mountain Saturday, has now died. West Vancouver Police Sgt. Paul Skelton says the 26 year old Vancouver man passed away Sunday afternoon. "He was described by his skiing partner as being an avid and experienced backcountry skier. It's also my understanding … [Read more...]
Busy Saturday night for Surrey mounties
September 30, 2012 by
One man is in hospital and no one in custody after a hit and run in Surrey last night. Staff Sgt. Blair McColl says a man -- about 40 years old -- suffered "very significant injuries" -- his prognosis is not known. It happened at the intersection of 130th Street and 86th Avenue around 8:00. "There are no suspects at this point. Our traffic … [Read more...]
Canada’s largest public sector union to hold day of action Saturday
September 15, 2012 by
Thousands are expected at nationwide rallies Saturday -- as members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada fight planned cuts. New Democrat MP Kennedy Stewart says local rallies are planned for Vancouver and Surrey. "Speaking out really against the public sector service cuts that we've been having, really that the Harper government's been … [Read more...]
“Doctor Who” Returns Next Saturday
August 22, 2012 by
The BBC and BBC America have announced a simultaneous launch date of Saturday September 1st for the upcoming seventh season of "Doctor Who" in both the United States and the United Kingdom. BBC1 and BBC1 HD will air it from 7:20pm GMT in the UK, while BBC America will screen it from 9pm US-ET in the US. A five-part web prequel mini-Adventure … [Read more...]
Sedin won’t join Canucks on Saturday flight to L.A. for next playoff battles
April 14, 2012 by
Good news for L.A. Kings fans, but not so much for Canuck Nation. It appears injured Canucks winger Daniel Sedin won't be flying to L.A. today with the rest of the team for Games 3 and 4. CKNW sports reporter Stu Walters says it's a big blow. "I still think that there's a chance to win without Daniel. He is arguably their best player, but all told, … [Read more...]
Jim Green to be remembered Saturday afternoon
April 13, 2012 by
The public memorial for Vancouver community leader Jim Green is set for Saturday afternoon at the Orpheum Theatre. City Councillor and friend Geoff Meggs says it's a chance for people to come together and celebrate Green's contributions. "There are a lot of people out there who were close to Jim who have not had a chance to get together and share … [Read more...]
Get your Saturday caffeine fix at this hot spot in San Francisco
January 14, 2012 by
On Saturday at the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market, don't miss the coffee at Blue Bottle—and yes, the line is worth it Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Score a free Saturday tour of downtown Chicago with this tip.
October 29, 2011 by
Every Saturday morning at 11, Chicago Gallery News offers complimentary gallery tours. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
In Pictures: Live At Squamish Saturday
August 21, 2011 by
Live At Squamish returned to the B.C. town this weekend, boasting big name talent like Girl Talk, Weezer and Metric, as well as homegrown acts Black Mountain and She Stole My Beer. All photos by Jennifer Gauthier. … [Read more...]
