Those taking part in tomorrow's Idle No More rally at the peace arch border crossing say they have no plans to block traffic. The demonstration, set for 1 p.m., is expected to see more than 800 people attend from both sides of the border. Organizer Kat Norris says this is not a blockade, as similar events for the indigenous movement have been in … [Read more...]
BC Liberals absent from this Saturdays rally to save Kits coast guard base
August 22, 2012 by
There is a big rally set for this Saturday in Vanier Park to protest against the federal government's decision to close Kitsilano Coast Guard base. The rally features NDP leader Adrian Dix, green party leader jane sterk, and mp's from the federal ndp and liberal party's. Absent are anyone from the Conservative party. Union of … [Read more...]
Strike may affect Saturday’s BC Lions game
October 24, 2011 by
Plans are being made to move the Lions' next home game of the year, if there's a strike by unionized employees of BC Place. The Leos are supposed to host Edmonton on Saturday, however, the league has told the Eskimos to be ready to host the game at Commonwealth Stadium if necessary. Since the BC Government Service and Employees' Union … [Read more...]
