Cupe 561

• 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
  
• B.C. teaching assistant could be fired over OnlyFans account, district warns

  Kristin MacDonald said she was nervous about keeping the account going and going public with her story but she believes it's the right thing to do.

  Education

  May 8, 2023
  
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• 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
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• 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
• 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
• Fraser Valley bus drivers to halt service Monday, Tuesday in contract dispute

  The two-day transit service outage in B.C. comes amid a protracted contract dispute. The union says if they can't reach a deal by Feb. 28, 'job action will escalate.'

  Canada

  Feb 24, 2023