Contract talks involving striking support workers at Simon Fraser University resume today. 1000 members of CUPE Local 3338 are in the middle of a 24-hour walk-out forcing the cancellation of numerous classes at all three campuses in Metro Vancouver, but SFU's Don MacLachlan says there's still hope a settlement can be reached. "The good news is that … [Read more...]
Thousands rally in support of striking teachers
March 6, 2012 by
Thousands of teachers and their supporters have wrapped up a boisterous rally outside the BC legislature. The teachers are on day two of a three day walkout. The protestors carried placards saying things like "Kill Bill 22". BCTF President Susan Lamber calls the bill a "brutal" piece of legislation, and another indication of the arrogance of … [Read more...]
Striking Chilliwack teachers changed venues today forcing the Premier to make changes of her own.
March 5, 2012 by
Striking Chilliwack teachers were outside a private school today where the Premier was scheduled to attend an event. President of the Chilliwack Teachers Association Katharin Midzain says after they set up shop on the sidewalk outsdie Unity Christian school, the Premier cancelled. Midzain said "And I am surprised she would think that … [Read more...]
