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Unions challenging government intervention in major rail, ports labour disputes

Unions challenging government intervention in major rail, ports labour disputes

Three unions are now challenging the federal government's recent decisions to intervene in major labour disputes, saying it's undermining workers' rights.
Union says it will challenge Ottawa's intervention in B.C. port work stoppages

Union says it will challenge Ottawa's intervention in B.C. port work stoppages

Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon is intervening to end lockouts at ports in British Columbia and Montreal.
Coastal Rides expands rideshare service to Port Alberni

Coastal Rides expands rideshare service to Port Alberni

Coastal Rides also operates in Tofino, Comox, Campbell River, and the Sunshine Coast.
'Do the work': Ottawa urges both sides in B.C. port dispute to restart talks

'Do the work': Ottawa urges both sides in B.C. port dispute to restart talks

The lockout at B.C. container terminals began last week after members of International Longshore and Warehouse Union Ship and Dock Foremen Local 514 began strike activity in response to a "final offer" from employers.
Twin port shutdowns risk more damage to Canadian economy: business groups

Twin port shutdowns risk more damage to Canadian economy: business groups

The work stoppages come after operations at Canada's two main railways were halted in August and port shutdowns last year.
Port employers 'refusing to bargain,' cut off talks in less than an hour: Union

Port employers 'refusing to bargain,' cut off talks in less than an hour: Union

VANCOUVER — The union for locked-out port workers in British Columbia says the BC Maritime Employers Association cut off talks in less than an hour Saturday, refusing to budge on a final offer that the union has so far rejected.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week, including an update on October home sales.
Victoria Hospitals Foundation CEO honoured by health-care philanthropy group

Victoria Hospitals Foundation CEO honoured by health-care philanthropy group

Avery Brohman is one of 12 Canadians to receive the award at a ceremony Friday in San Diego
Kevin Greenard: Fear, hope and greed and the stock market

Kevin Greenard: Fear, hope and greed and the stock market

Investors who are able to manage stock market volatility will have greater success then those who do not. Here are some insights on the ups and downs.
Volvo dealership breaks ground on new $20M location on Government Street

Volvo dealership breaks ground on new $20M location on Government Street

The new facility at 2512 Government St., next to GAIN’s Mercedes-Benz dealership, will have two lower levels with a ground-floor showroom, offices above and rooftop parking