Critical moment for citizens of province
By Don Phillips, Minister & M.L.A. South Peace River the piece discusses a pivotal period in British Columbia amid labour strikes. It praises Premier Bill Bennett for respectful dealings with unions, urges restraint and stricter budgeting to improve a grim quarterly outlook. Public servants face cost-saving measures. BCGEU leadership is referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Phillips
M.L.A
South Peace River
British Columbia
Lower Mainland
Bill Bennett
Vancouver Sun
BCGEU
John Fryer
Government Employees’ Union
Fryer
Victoria
Dawson Creek
BCGEU votes on return to work seeks wage offer
BCGEU began a four day strike over a provincial wage restraint. The union scheduled a vote on the latest government offer of 11.5 percent over two years, with disruptions across services including ferries and liquor outlets while negotiations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BCGEU
Vancouver
B.C
Government Employees Union
Vancouver Island
Gulf Islands
B.C. Ferry Corp
John Fryer
Bill Bennett
North East Coal project earns awards for excellence
Industry Minister Don Phillips announced an awards program for excellence within the North East Coal project. He praised the progress as on schedule and within budget, and said the awards recognize the diverse talent involved and provide a lasting memento of their association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North East Coal
Don Phillips
North East
North East Coal Developmnt
BC Motor Vehicle Act Public Notice and Awards Air
Public notice describes BC vehicle registration and license requirements within 30 days of operation in the province under sections 20 and 31. It also quotes minister remarks praising project workers and announcing four awards by the West Coast Chapter of the Project Management Institute with three adjudicators per award.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North East
British Columbia
B.C
West Coast
Project Management Institute
Phillips
Nahuluk Subdivision plans reviewed at council meeting
The council reviewed a new Nahuluk Subdivision proposal including road allowances and sewer expansion during the August 3 regular meeting. Shirley Nahuluk outlined the plans while Stanley Associates offered suggestions, with the land located west on 53rd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nahuluk
Council
Shirley Nahuluk
Stanley Associates
Chamber of Commerce Discusses Vandalism and Diversion Plan
Patty Dunn led a Chamber of Commerce talk on vandalism awareness at JA's last Tuesday with fourteen members and four guests. She urged volunteers for a Diversion Committee, discussed creating Black Parents groups with RCMP and schools, and promoting a Neighborhood Watch while a Caring-Confidential-Care-Culture program from an American school was highlighted for community accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patty Dunn
Chamber of Commerce
Ja’s
Chamber
RCMP
Bob Shirley
Citizens Patrol
Chamber of Commerce, Card Commission
Harold Amundsen
Chetwynd Youth Heads to West Germany to Try Out
Curtis Brewster a 20 year old Chetwynd resident left Monday August 9 for West Germany to try out for a hockey team. He has 14 years of hockey training in Chetwynd and faces a two foreigner limit. He expects to learn by end of September if selected and would stay in West Germany until about March 83. He is excited about the new lifestyle and the community wishes him success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis Brewster
Chetwynd
West Germany
Curtis
Chetwynd at Twenty Celebrated with Town Parade
The Village of Chetwynd marks its 20th anniversary with an Echo Progress edition on September 15 tied to Trade Expo 82 on September 17 to 19. A children's parade September 18, led by Mayor Lasser, kicks off celebrations. full parade details forthcoming.
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Charles Lasser
Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Westgate
Westgate
J.G.A
Mayor Lasser
Chetwynd
Echo
Lasser
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49Th Ave
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Westlander
Ross-Braaten Company
Wabi Hills
Health Department
Brewster
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