B.C. government workers escalate job action, target mining sector
September 16, 2025
British Columbia’s public service workers are escalating job action aimed at slowing work in the mining sector just as the province moves to fast-track several projects.
The BC General Employees’ Union and Professionals Employees Association say staff in mineral and mines offices in Vancouver and Cranbrook will join picket lines.
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