Transit Strike
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Montreal transit strike threat lifted with late-night agreement between STM and unionA last-minute tentative deal between the STM and its drivers’ union has averted a planned weekend strike, meaning regular bus and metro service will continue.CanadaNov 15
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West Vancouver transit workers ratify new contract, averting possible job actionMembers were calling for better working conditions and benefits in line with what their counterparts in the Coast Mountain Bus Company receive.PoliticsMay 8, 2024
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Multiple groups seek ‘essential service’ label for public transit in Metro VancouverA Jan. 22 petition notes that more than 20 per cent of Surrey residents alone use transit for their daily commute, according to the city's 2018 strategic transportation plan.Feb 1, 2024
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Metro Vancouver bus strike averted as 2 sides accept mediator’s recommendationsIt looks like the Metro Vancouver bus strike has been averted as the two sides involved say they have accepted mediator Vince Ready's recommendations.CanadaFeb 1, 2024
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Transit strike escalation could last 72 hours and include almost all services: unionThe union representing transit workers in Metro Vancouver is warning commuters that strike action could escalate if a deal is not reached by 12:01 a.m. on Feb. 3.EconomyJan 24, 2024
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Transit strike could escalate as union applies to picket SkyTrain stationsThe Metro Vancouver transit supervisor strike is set to end at 3 a.m. Wednesday but there are signs the union representing those workers wants to escalate job action further.CanadaJan 23, 2024
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Traffic mayhem hits Metro Vancouver as transit supervisor strike enters day 2As the transit supervisor strike entered day two, grounding all Coast Mountain buses and the SeaBus to a halt, commuters were forced into their cars.TrafficJan 23, 2024
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B.C. considers ‘special mediator’ for transit strike as thousands impacted by stoppageLabour Minister Harry Bains presented the option Monday after picket lines went up at major transit centres in Metro Vancouver, where bus and SeaBus service was suspended.CanadaJan 22, 2024
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Transit strike: Company trying to ‘bully’ its way to deal says unionA 48-hour transit strike for all Coast Mountain buses and the SeaBus began at 3 a.m. Monday after the two sides failed to reach an agreement.TrafficJan 22, 2024
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Uber Canada says it is capping surge pricing during Metro Vancouver transit strikeThe SkyTrain and West Coast Express are running but some who can't use these services have been turning to Uber as an option.TrafficJan 22, 2024
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