Transportation
BIV's coverage of the transportation sector provides the latest news relating to roads, air travel, shipping, ports and beyond in Vancouver and British Columbia
WestJet pilots deal grants 24% pay raise over four years
The deal marks a new standard for labour negotiations in Canadian aviation, says expert
A helicopter operation is causing road closures in Downtown Vancouver
Helicopter replacing Shaw Tower sign
B.C. shipyards interested in $2.5B in funding to construct small coast guard vessels
Point Hope Maritime specializes in ship repair and maintenance, but it said Thursday it plans to 'explore this opportunity in more detail'
Air Canada briefly grounds flights due to computer system problem
Spokesman says the temporary order was precautionary, and that the system is returning to normal
Expect significant SkyTrain delays this summer due to repair work
They're upgrading two Expo Line track switches that were first installed over 30 years ago
Northern, central B.C. airports getting upgrades
The provincial government announced almost $20M in funding for 29 air facilities, including nine in north-central B.C.
B.C. port expansion threatens endangered killer whales, claims court challenge
Controversial port expansion at Roberts Bank faces judicial review after environmental groups claim it will jeopardize endangered killer whale population
The Uber of private planes is getting off the ground in B.C.
The platform boasts flights on more than 40 aircrafts connected to 300 B.C. airports
Ottawa announces new trusted-traveller program to speed up airport lines
Some travellers will be able to keep their belts and shoes on while passing through security lines at Canadian airports
B.C. company denies misleading First Nation about rail terminal expansion plans
Claim filed last month alleges facility operated by Ashcroft Terminal Ltd. has been developed without proper consultation