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Union urges arbitrator to consider 'ick' factor of Burnaby death-care workers' jobs

Union urges arbitrator to consider 'ick' factor of Burnaby death-care workers' jobs

Recently unionized workers at the Burnaby-based Vancouver Personal Care Centre do jobs people outside the industry might find 'disturbing, if not horrifying,' according to a recent arbitration ruling.
Why tariff-related price hikes on U.S. wine could take a while

Why tariff-related price hikes on U.S. wine could take a while

Expect taxes on taxes: When Canadian retaliatory tariffs are levied on U.S. wines, this will be before liquor boards add mark-ups
Rob Shaw: Blaming Trump won’t fix B.C.’s budget mess

Rob Shaw: Blaming Trump won’t fix B.C.’s budget mess

The largest deficit in provincial history delivers little beyond the status quo
B.C. firm turning gas-guzzlers electric to curb emissions

B.C. firm turning gas-guzzlers electric to curb emissions

Richmond-based BlueForce says its technology has the potential to reduce organizations’ fleet emissions
Tariffs spark Canadian calls for cross-country electrification

Tariffs spark Canadian calls for cross-country electrification

'Now is the time' to build out national electricity grid, says executive director of Pembina Institute.
B.C. ends electric vehicle tax exemption amid budget deficit

B.C. ends electric vehicle tax exemption amid budget deficit

Ending the used EV tax exemption was part of a B.C. budget that offered little new spending on climate measures, and $4 billion to cover 'unpredictable costs,' including tariff responses.
Opinion: Canada is now in a trade war with the U.S. Here's what you need to know to prepare for it

Opinion: Canada is now in a trade war with the U.S. Here's what you need to know to prepare for it

To minimize the impact of the tariffs, governments and enterprises need to adopt policies that minimize economic strain and result in fairer outcomes for all.
New Vancouver art gallery a place for 'intercultural exchange'

New Vancouver art gallery a place for 'intercultural exchange'

The group wants to "counteract common misconceptions by highlighting the relatability and universality of our experiences"
New West to advocate for lobbyist registry for B.C. municipalities

New West to advocate for lobbyist registry for B.C. municipalities

Should lobbyist registries be in place for B.C. municipalities and regional governments?
B.C. drivers reminded to stay alert as clocks spring ahead this weekend

B.C. drivers reminded to stay alert as clocks spring ahead this weekend

"Losing just one hour of sleep can affect our driving ability and increase the risk of crashing."
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