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B.C. government to launch employer registry to safeguard foreign workers

B.C. government to launch employer registry to safeguard foreign workers

'Things are moving and we really hope it’s in the right direction,' says Mexican consul general, following months of criticism after the COVID-19 pandemic left hundreds of foreign workers ill and revealed systemic problems in a bilateral program many say is ripe for an overhaul.
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Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

The Air Canada Infinite Canada Flight Pass is available for purchase in Canada from Sept. 16 to 23.
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94 new COVID cases in North Shore Coast Garibaldi health region

94 new COVID cases in North Shore Coast Garibaldi health region

Virus is spreading even in smaller gatherings, warns Dr. Bonnie Henry
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Stanley Park reopening seawall to cyclists, full vehicle access to return

Stanley Park reopening seawall to cyclists, full vehicle access to return

The changes go into effect Sept. 26, after more than five months of modified access
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Early morning vehicle fire at Squamish campground

Early morning vehicle fire at Squamish campground

One motorhome lost and another with 'extensive damage' as a result of blaze at municipal campground
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BC Ferries to get $308 million in federal-provincial funding

BC Ferries to get $308 million in federal-provincial funding

Rural transit systems also in line for safe restart money
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Petition demands licence cancellation for North Van physio who beat blind dog

Petition demands licence cancellation for North Van physio who beat blind dog

North Van man pleaded guilty last month to animal cruelty charge
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Watch out for employment scams targeting post-secondary students, says BBB

Watch out for employment scams targeting post-secondary students, says BBB

College students on the hunt for part-time jobs to cover their school expenses are being warned to look out for potential scams, according to the Better Business Bureau. The BBB says it has received reports from B.C.
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Carbon Engineering: There it grows again

Carbon Engineering: There it grows again

Squamish green tech company fielding investors and making deals for the future
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Drone strikes Coquitlam councillor in the forehead, triggers concussion

Coquitlam Coun. Teri Towner says people need to be careful when using flyable devices after she was struck while riding her bike
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