5 h. ago Israel, Hamas Reach Deal to Free Hostages in Gaza Breakthrough

Israel and Hamas have reached a deal for the release of all hostages held by the militant group in Gaza, a major step toward ending a two-year war that’s devastated the Palestinian territory and triggered multiple conflicts in the Middle East as well as protests across the world.

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18 h. ago BCGEU strike update: Here's the latest as all B.C. government liquor, cannabis stores close

All B.C. liquor and cannabis stores are now on strike, as nearly 25,000 union members across B.C.'s public works sector have walked off the job.

Politics

43 h. ago Here's the full list of B.C. Cannabis stores affected by the BCGEU strike

Here's the full list of B.C. Cannabis stores that are closed due to the BCGEU strike.

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43 h. ago Trump says U.S. and Canada working on formula for tariff deal

President Donald Trump said he expects the US and Canada can eventually reach a trade deal, but he remained vague about how and when an agreement might be achieved.

Economics

62 h. ago Thousands of BCGEU members join strike action on B.C. legislature grounds

Monday marked the first day of the fall legislative session and politicians from across the province were in Victoria as the fall sitting got underway.

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5 d. ago Metro Vancouver restaurants, bars keep pivoting as liquor strike continues

Some Metro Vancouver restaurants and bars have sent staff as far away as the Fraser Valley in search of specific products, in response to a public sector strike that has shut down the province's liquor distribution channels.

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5 d. ago BCGEU escalates strike with more liquor, cannabis stores behind picket lines

Friday's escalation saw almost 900 additional workers from 22 worksites joining the job action, 20 more B.C. Liquor and cannabis stores and front-line staff from other unions.

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7 d. ago With BCGEU negotiations stalled, there's no end in sight for public service strike

BCGEU president Paul Finch said that as long as the government isn't making what he considers a serious offer, further escalation was on the table

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8 d. ago Trump says administration close to reaching deal with Harvard University

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that his administration is close to reaching a deal with Harvard University, which it has targeted with a series of investigations and billions of dollars in funding cuts as it presses for changes to its policies and governance. A truce with the country’s oldest and wealthiest college would […]

Society

8 d. ago Canadian lumber hit with new 10% Trump tariff, sector calls it ‘misguided’

The tariffs will take effect Oct. 14, with the 25 per cent rate applied to kitchen cabinets and vanities set to jump to 50 per cent on Jan. 1 unless countries reach a deal.

Economics

9 d. ago Booze strike means no alcohol at some BC Liquor stores. Here are the alternatives

Dozens of BC Liquor Stores are closed due to the ongoing strike by B.C. General Employees Union workers. While some remain open, there are also other alternatives.

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1 week ago BCGEU strike leaves drivers with roadside suspensions in limbo: Lawyer

Drivers fighting roadside licence suspensions after failing breathalyzers are left with vehicles impounded and licences suspended for several extra weeks while provincial adjudicators on strike

Transport

1 week ago Another 35 B.C. liquor stores closed as more public sector workers on strike

In addition to the 25 stores that went on strike a day earlier, Thursday's round of workers walking off the job now means 60 B.C. Liquor stores are closed across B.C.

Society

1 week ago Here's the full list of B.C. Liquor stores affected by the BCGEU strike

In recent days, the BCGEU has expanded their strike to include B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch warehouses, offices, wholesale operations, and retail stores.

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2 w. ago BCGEU strike expands to 25 B.C. liquor stores across province

In a release from the BCGEU, the union said the locations were chosen because they 'represent a significant source of government revenue.'

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2 w. ago Alberta government, teachers reach tentative deal in labour dispute

Contract deal with Alberta teachers, if approved, would avert potential Oct. 6 strike

Politics

2 w. ago 'This is about the future of our classrooms': Alberta government, teachers reach tentative deal in labour dispute

Contract deal with Alberta teachers, if approved, would avert potential Oct. 6 strike

Politics

2 w. ago 'It's a mess for everybody': B.C. cannabis retailers on edge as strike hits warehouses

Unlike beer and wine, cannabis has a very short shelf life, so retailers can't stock up in advance

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2 w. ago Restaurants brace to bear brunt of BCGEU strike at liquor distribution warehouses

'I would say within four days we'll start to see fairly widespread shortages throughout the industry' — Ian Tostenson, CEO, B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association

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2 w. ago Restaurants brace for 'widespread shortages' as BCGEU strike expands to liquor distribution warehouses

'I would say within four days we'll start to see fairly widespread shortages throughout the industry' — Ian Tostenson, CEO, B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association

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