Tag: BC Ferries

Union urges government to halt B.C. Ferries shipbuilding contract with Chinese yard

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 12, 2025

The union representing shipyard workers in British Columbia says it is “deeply disappointed” with B.C. Ferries’ decision to have four new major vessels built by a Chinese shipyard, and is calling on the provincial and federal governments to intervene.

B.C. Conservatives criticize ferry contract awarded to Chinese shipyard

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 11, 2025

B.C. Ferries’ decision to award a major shipbuilding contract to a Chinese company is drawing fire from the province’s Opposition Conservatives.

RDCK board of directors advocate for solution to inland ferry dispute

RDCK Storrm Lennie - March 11, 2025

The Regional District of Central Kootenay Board of Directors has submitted a resolution regarding inland ferry services for consideration...

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New locations for health services in Nelson

Health Care August 11, 2025

Nelson residents will have new and convenient ways to access a range of local services starting Tuesday, August 12.

B.C. to appeal court decision on Quw’utsun Nation land claim in Richmond

Provincial August 11, 2025

British Columbia intends to appeal a decision by the province’s top court in favour of the Quw’utsun First Nations in their land and fishery claim in Richmond.

UPDATED: No injuries in semi-trailer crash on Highway 6 between Nelson and Ymir

Road Closures August 11, 2025

No one was injured in a head-on collision involving two large semi-trucks on Highway 6 between Nelson and Ymir last Thursday.

Heat warnings issued through Tuesday for B.C. south coast, parts of Interior

Provincial August 11, 2025

Scorching temperatures are expected through Tuesday in southwestern British Columbia, climbing as high as 35 degrees in some areas.

UPDATED: Two dead in backcountry crash near Trout Lake

BC Coroners Service August 11, 2025

The BC Coroners Service confirms it's investigating the incident Thursday on Rady Creek Forest Service Road, but they're not providing any other details.

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