Bus strike may shut Vancouver SkyTrain too, union says
The union representing SkyTrain employees in Metro Vancouver says it's prepared to shut down all services Monday in solidarity with bus supervisors.
Traffic
Jan 22
Travel advisories, flight cancellations in place as snow hits B.C. South Coast
A snowfall warning from Environment Canada remains in place as some areas are expected to receive up to 20 centimetres over the day Wednesday.
Weather
Jan 17
TransLink says to expect delays on buses, SkyTrains due to snowfall
TransLink is warning passengers to give themselves extra time and to dress warmly in anticipation of delays in its systems.
Weather
Jan 17
Slippery roads in Lower Mainland with freezing rain on horizon
Global News filmed some vehicles struggling to get up an unplowed hill at Laurel Street and West 8th Avenue in Vancouver.
Weather
Jan 18
‘Keep our customers moving’: TransLink unveils new winter tire for buses
The new tires come with the highest winter rating available for bus tires. They will be installed on one-third of the fleet — about 500 buses — for a trial run.
Canada
Nov 10, 2023
TransLink presents accessibility plan amid HandyDART concerns
TransLink officials are providing an update on 2023 priorities and goals on Wednesday, and will also be presenting an accessibly report.
Canada
Sep 27, 2023
HandyDART riders, supporters speaking out against ‘surge’ in taxi usage
HandyDART users said taxi drivers very rarely exit their vehicles to assist those who live with disabilities.
Canada
Sep 21, 2023
After bitter strike, Fraser Valley buses to hit the road again Aug. 6
The company that operates transit in Abbotsford, Mission, Agassiz-Harrison, Chilliwack and Hope said Friday it expects to have buses back on the road by Sunday, Aug. 6.
Traffic
Jul 28, 2023
Fraser Valley transit strike: Employer agrees to mediated settlement
The company that employs about 200 bus drivers and mechanics said it is prepared to accept a settlement proposed by veteran mediator Vince Ready.
Canada
Jul 19, 2023
Union says deal within reach to end Fraser Valley transit strike
The union representing BC Transit workers in the Fraser Valley says its bargaining committee is recommending members accept a mediator-proposed settlement to the dispute.
Economy
Jul 17, 2023
Abbotsford group calls for end to ‘deeply harming’ 3-month Fraser Valley bus strike
Drivers in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Agassiz-Harrison, Hope, and Mission walked off the job on March 20, citing a lack of pension and income disparity with drivers elsewhere.
Economy
Jun 26, 2023
Court scuttles class-action over TransLink data breach, ruling reveals new details
The ruling reveals new details about the December, 2020 attack, including that nearly 40,000 people were informed their personal information may have been accessed.
Crime
Jun 7, 2023
Fraser Valley university students paying up to $100 to attend class with bus strike ongoing
International student Mensahiv Pandher said he's paying between $50 and $60 each way to get to class. First, he takes a bus to Langley, then he catches an Uber.
Economy
May 8, 2023
Chilliwack to join Abbotsford, regional district, in calling for transit strike mediation
On Wednesday, Chilliwack council voted to join the cities of Abbotsford and Mission along with the Fraser Valley Regional District in a call for a mediator.
Canada
Apr 19, 2023
Pressure mounts on government as Fraser Valley transit strike nears one-month mark
The strike, which has been ongoing since March 20, has cut regular bus service to Abbotsford, Agassiz-Harrison, Chilliwack, Hope and Mission,
Canada
Apr 18, 2023
Transit operator seeks injunction against picketing Fraser Valley bus drivers
CUPE Local 561 members have been without a contract since April 2020, and have been on full-scale strike since March 20 this year.
Canada
Apr 5, 2023
Unifor, Coast Mountain Bus Company sign tentative agreement for Metro Vancouver transit
Details of the new deal will not be released until it's ratified but Unifor said the contract addresses concerns about working conditions and wages keeping pace with inflation.
Canada
Mar 31, 2023
Fraser Valley bus drivers gear up for full strike on Monday
After bargaining talks broke down between First Transit workers and B.C. Transit, a full-scale walkout is planned for Monday. Any last-minute agreement is unlikely.
Canada
Mar 17, 2023
Fraser Valley bus union threatens ‘indefinite’ strike to begin Monday
First Transit transit workers, especially bus drivers, have an "indefinite strike" planned as CUPE 561 and their employer has not been able to reach a deal.
Canada
Mar 17, 2023
Strike halts bus service in B.C.’s Fraser Valley
Talks between the two sides collapsed last week and the union says BC Transit and its private operator, First Transit, have refused to consider union proposals.
Economy
Mar 20, 2023