The Workers Who Keep SkyTrain Clean Aren’t Happy | The Tyee Their union has filed several grievances over allegations of union busting and a toxic work environment.

In the weeks since Dexterra Group took over as the janitors’ employer, 17 workers have been laid off, with some accusing the new management of union busting and bullying — allegations that have led to their union filing a formal grievance.

@isaacphannay.bsky.social reports. #bclab #vanlab

VanLab Unveils Innovative Kia PV5 Camping Kit for Adventurous Souls VanLab has launched its first-ever camping kit for the Kia PV5, designed to transform the vehicle into a flexible space for work and leisure.

VanLab Unveils Innovative Kia PV5 Camping Kit for Adventurous Souls #USA #Los_Angeles #Kia_PV5 #VanLab #Camping_Kit

Canadian Companies Must Cut Ties with ICE, Say Protesters | The Tyee One BC firm backed down when faced with a consumer boycott. Advocates call for more action.

“I spent six years of my blood, sweat and tears trying to get Hootsuite to where it is, but there’s a level of pissed off and betrayal, but also a level of, ‘Of course it had to be this way.’”

#ICE #uspoli #canpoli #vanlab

Why Vancity Members Said No to a Board Raise | The Tyee Difficult union negotiations and employee layoffs have led to growing tensions.

“You have a workforce that, as members, we all love.

“If you’re going to show up tonight and talk about values and people... treat your employees right and give them a fair deal right away.” #vanlab #vanpoli

A Third of VSB Teachers Say They Plan to Leave in the Next Five Years | The Tyee The district superintendent notes the number of teachers leaving has declined sharply over the last five years.

The number of teachers leaving has declined sharply over the last five years. #VanLab #VanEd

Metro Vancouver’s HandyDart Buses Grind to a Halt | The Tyee Stranded passengers, who support the strike, are calling on Transdev and TransLink to improve the service.

Talks took place Sunday in an attempt to resolve a dispute that shut down the majority of Metro Vancouver HandyDart bus service Tuesday morning when ATU Local 1724 workers walked off the job. #vanlab #vanpoli