Tag: B.C. Ferries

B.C. unions renew call to bring ferry construction home amid Canada-U.S. trade war

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A coalition of marine industry unions is calling on B.C. Ferries to ensure future ferries are built in the province following the recent breakdown in trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S.

BC Ferries braces for busy summer travel season with FIFA World Cup

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B.C. Ferries said its summer schedule will begin June 11, two weeks earlier than usual, as it prepares for a busy travel season that includes an expected surge in visitors for FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver.

Premier Eby calls for “basic fairness” for B.C. ferry users during Ottawa trip

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Premier David Eby said he had “productive” meetings with Prime Minister Mark Carney and several senior officials during his two-day trip to Ottawa.

Union, industry leaders push for Canadian-built ferries as summit wraps

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The head of a union representing close to 5,000 ferry workers in British Columbia says he is optimistic about the future of shipbuilding in the province after attending this week’s “Made in Canada” summit.

Canada Infrastructure Bank backs B.C. Ferries’ China-built vessels with $1B loan

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The Canada Infrastructure Bank is providing B.C. Ferries an additional $1 billion in low-interest loans to support service upgrades – including the purchase of four new vessels from a Chinese shipyard.

Premier won’t intervene in B.C. Ferries deal with Chinese shipyard, despite union backlash

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Premier David Eby said it is concerning that no Canadian companies bid on a B.C. Ferries contract to build four new major vessels, but he won’t intervene in the company’s decision to award the contract to a Chinese state-owned shipyard.

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