Vancouver Rundown Friday December 8, 2023
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Summary
Many boat owners who live on their vessels are being evicted from North Vancouver’s Mosquito Creek Marina. Global News reports they’ve received a notice from the branch of the Squamish Nation which operators the marina saying the docks have ended their serviceable life and the action is intended to mitigate imminent safety hazards. Float homes are not affected.
Other stories…
Be aware if you get a phone call from someone claiming to raise money for Vancouver Fire Rescue Services. It’s likely a scam. VFRS is warning the fire department does not ask for money by phone, texts or email. The department does raise money for charities but not through this type of approach.
The Vancouver Croatian Cultural Centre is in big trouble after a CRA tax audit found it is in non-compliance in five areas. CityNews reports the tax authority has proposed a fine of nearly $437-thousand. In addition to the fine, the organization that operates the centre could lose its charitable society designation.
Unionized Air Canada pilots may stage a noon hour demonstration at YVR on Friday as part of an ongoing contract battle with the airline. Members of the Air Line Pilots Association are pushing for better wages and working hours. The pilots plan to picket outside the departures area.
Expect a Friday with sunny periods before the rain comes back for the weekend. Lows are still above the freezing level for all but the highest elevations. Here are the latest conditions from our private weather station in Surrey.
Top five stories to know
Global News: Eviction notice for hundreds at Mosquito Creek Marina in North Vancouver
CTV: Vancouver fire department warning about scam phone calls
CityNews: Vancouver’s Croatian Cultural Centre hit with $437,000 CRA penalty after damning audit
Surrey Now-Leader: Surrey teacher suspended after students ‘traumatized’ by assignment
Business stories to know
Daily Hive: Strong and unified: Pilots to picket at Vancouver International Airport
CBC: B.C. Uber workers call on province to cap the number of drivers on the road
Business In Vancouver: Will Ottawa's new emissions cap constrain B.C.'s LNG sector?
Opinion
Journalism matters
CBC: Travel agent says Air Transat is dropping base fares to as low as $2 to avoid commissions
That’s cool
Daily Hive: With snow in the forecast, ski resorts around Vancouver are ready to roll
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