Tag: WorkSafeBC

B.C. facing calls to restrict non-disclosure agreements in the workplace

Business Emily Joveski -
A B.C. legal advocacy group is urging the provincial government to ban workplace non-disclosure agreements in cases of gender-based violence.

Researchers say B.C. lags on heat safety for workers, five years after deadly heat dome

Health Emily Joveski -
Five years after British Columbia's deadly heat dome, researchers say the province needs stronger protections to prevent workers from dying in extreme heat.

Check your tread: B.C.’s winter tire rules kick in Wednesday

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Ready or not, winter tire season starts this week in British Columbia this Wednesday.

Business advocacy group says WorkSafeBC should give $2B surplus back to businesses

Provincial Emily Joveski -
A business advocacy group says WorkSafeBC should return some of its nearly $2-billion surplus to small businesses in British Columbia.

Cities gather for National Day of Mourning for lost workers

News my-campbell-river-now -
Towns and cities on Vancouver Island held ceremonies today to remember workers who’ve died on the job. Courtenay, Campbell River...

“Shift Into Winter” Campaign Promoting Safe Driving in Hazardous Conditions

News Justin Goulet -
For those who drive for work, October, November and December are the most dangerous months to do so. Almost 30%...

WorkSafeBC’s “Cone Zone” campaign underway

News Justin Goulet -
WorkSafeBC has launched their 7th annual Cone Zone campaign. The initiative is aimed at raising awareness about the safety of...

Friday marks National Day of Mourning

News Justin Goulet -
Workers who lost their lives on the job are being honoured on Friday as part of the annual National...

NDP proposes bill to protect those suffering from PTSD

News Justin Goulet -
The Provincial NDP is working to help those suffering with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A bill was re-introduced during...

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Susan Sinnot seeks second term on Campbell River city council

2026 Municipal Election
Susan Sinnot, who has lived in the community since she was four years old, owns a local law firm and is running for re-election.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Emergency Services
Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.