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Shipments resume as Montreal port strike ends, but tensions linger

Shipments resume as Montreal port strike ends, but tensions linger

MONTREAL — The union representing Montreal dockworkers has ended a three-day strike at two terminals as scheduled, but the potential remains for more job action and jammed supply chains in the coming weeks.
Isn't the left lane in B.C. only for passing?

Isn't the left lane in B.C. only for passing?

The law doesn't specifically say that the left lane on a highway is for passing only.
B.C. civic politicians urge senior governments to reinstate port police

B.C. civic politicians urge senior governments to reinstate port police

Under-policed ports allow flow of drugs, contributes to overdose crisis, Union of B.C. Municipalities' delegates heard Sept. 20.
Anita Anand sworn in as transport minister after Pablo Rodriguez resigns

Anita Anand sworn in as transport minister after Pablo Rodriguez resigns

OTTAWA — Treasury Board President Anita Anand has been sworn in as federal transport minister at a ceremony at Rideau Hall, taking over a portfolio left vacant after Pablo Rodriguez resigned from cabinet and the Liberal caucus on Thursday.
Low pay for junior Air Canada pilots poses possible hurdle to proposed deal

Low pay for junior Air Canada pilots poses possible hurdle to proposed deal

MONTREAL — Low entry-level pay in the tentative deal between Air Canada and its pilots could be a stumbling block ahead of a union vote on the agreement, some aviators and experts say.
Canadian airlines will be billed $790 per customer complaint resolved, transportation agency proposes

Canadian airlines will be billed $790 per customer complaint resolved, transportation agency proposes

Some speculate the Canadian Transportation Agency’s proposed fees would encourage airlines to drag out customer complaints – rather than settle them early
Airports to be equipped with CT scanners to detect explosives, other threats

Airports to be equipped with CT scanners to detect explosives, other threats

OTTAWA — At one Canadian airport, removing laptops and liquids from your carry-on at security is a thing of the past, thanks to a fresh use of half-century-old technology.
Pacific Coastal adds seasonal flights, new destination, bigger aircraft to B.C. Interior routes

Pacific Coastal adds seasonal flights, new destination, bigger aircraft to B.C. Interior routes

New flights to Prince George and larger aircraft between Kelowna and Victoria bring more options for B.C. travellers
Metro Vancouver transit facing 'drastic cuts,' mayors say

Metro Vancouver transit facing 'drastic cuts,' mayors say

Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West didn’t rule out fare increases, saying the public understands the issue
BC Conservatives backing Delta’s plea for any kind of port police to combat crime

BC Conservatives backing Delta’s plea for any kind of port police to combat crime

Delta’s call for some kind of police presence at Canada’s ports is being backed by the BC Conservatives who joined in the effort last month.