BC Rail labour dispute challenges northern BC economy
BC Rail unions and management are at an impasse with a lockout starting December 27, 1999. The shutdown costs BC Rail an estimated 1 to 2 million dollars daily as 1,600 workers remain off the job. NCMA warns the dispute harms resource dependent northern communities and urges a quick bargaining return.
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B.C
CN _ Rail
Burlington Northern Santa Fe
British Columbia
Harry Laii
Canada
Lali
BC Rail
Crown Corporation
North Central Municipal Association
NCMA
Blair Lekstrom
Lekstrom
Dawson Creek
Bonnie
Secondhand smoke ban begins January 1 2000 in BC venues
Workers and the public can report venues still permitting smoking via a toll free line labeled the snitch line. The WCB will send letters requesting compliance, then investigate after three letters. Noncompliant businesses face enforcement actions.
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WCB
Scott McCloy
McCloy
Colin McDonald Wildcat Video Wish and Rewind Resolution
A brief note mentions Colin McDonald seeking a 50 year old resolution to come true and asks viewers to rewind and return movies on time. It adds a prediction that Julia Roberts will return calls and lift a restraining order.
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Julia Roberts
Helen Duggan Cascade Realty Resolution and Growth Wish
Helen Duggan Cascade Realty outlines a stay in shape resolution and a family growth wish aimed at child wellbeing. The note predicts economic growth and an improved outlook for the future.
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Helen Duggan Cascade Realty