Premier Christy Clark continues to face questions about the recent firing of her former Chief of Staff Ken Boessenkool. Much like she did last week, Clark refused to explain exactly why there's no formal paperwork on the decision. The Vancouver Sun's Freedom of Information request turned up nothing. This time, Globe and Mail reporter Ian … [Read more...]
VCC support staff to hold one-day strike on Tuesday
October 26, 2012 by
No class for students at Vancouver Community College next Tuesday. Unionized support staff will be holding a one-day strike. Helen Carkner with the college says the job action affects both campuses. "We've put plans in place to notify all the people that we need to let know. Administrative staff, so non-union members will be there and will be … [Read more...]
CBSA believes staff security level is where it should be
October 18, 2012 by
As Canadian border officer Lori Bowcock continues her recovery in hospital, the conversation is turning to whether Tuesday's shooting at the Peace Arch could have been prevented. Border officials seem to be saying, no. CBSA Executive Director Kim Scoville says he's reviewed the security footage over and over again, "I've lived this non-stop … [Read more...]
Premier defends handling of Chief of Staff resignation
September 25, 2012 by
Premier Christy Clark is urging the media to respect the privacy of the person involved in the incident that lead to the resigation of Ken Boessenkool as her chief of staff. Clark told reporters today that person has done nothing wrong. "I certainly hope that in the course of this public dialogue that we're now having that no one who … [Read more...]
BREAKING: Premier names new Chief of Staff
September 24, 2012 by
There is another shake-up in Premier Christy Clark's inner circle. She's announcing a new Chief of Staff. The following email is from the Premier's office. STATEMENTFor Immediate Release2012PREM0116-001409 Sept. 24, 2012 Office of the Premier Premier's Statement/Media AdvisoryNew Chief of Staff Announced VANCOUVER - Premier Christy Clark issued the … [Read more...]
Staff Change On Jeff Buckley Biopic “Boy”
September 14, 2012 by
While "Greetings From Tim Buckley" premiered in Toronto recently, the other (and officially sanctioned) Jeff Buckley biopic "Mystery White Boy" still hasn't made it into production. Now, Showbiz 411 (via The Playlist) seem to have discovered one possible reason why - a reshuffling of personnel behind the scenes. At last report a few months ago, … [Read more...]
Nurses union says no consultation on mandatory staff flu shot
August 24, 2012 by
The BC Nurses Union says it's concerned about an order requiring all medical workers in B.C. to get a flu shot or wear a mask this flu season. Union official Margaret Dhillon says the order from chief medical health officer Dr. Perry Kendall came out of the blue. "There hadn't been any consultation with us beforehand, and we did … [Read more...]
Former Premier’s chief of staff sticking to criticisms of current administration
August 22, 2012 by
A member of former Premier Gordon Campbell's inner circle isn't backing down from his criticism of BC's current premier. "It's the politics of division that doesn't serve the public interest." Martyn Brown, Campbell's former chief of staff, has written a $ 6 e-book claiming Christy Clark would need a miracle to keep her job. "I … [Read more...]
Newest Airport Staff Members Are Courteous, Helpful, and Not Human
July 5, 2012 by
They have names like Paige and Carla, and can provide directions on security procedures in two languages, information on forms of identification for customs-destined international travelers, or other basic facts. And they are not human. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
City staff say “keep the bike lanes”
June 6, 2012 by
Vancouver's bike lanes should stay. That's the recommendation from city staff to council. Staff say the separated bike lanes on Hornby and Dunsmuir streets and the Dunsmuir viaduct as well as connecting streets should remain in place as part of the city's regular street infrastructure. A staff report going to council says the bike lanes have had … [Read more...]
