Vancouver, BC – UNITE HERE Local 40 has filed a human rights complaint with the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal on behalf of three hotel workers, alleging the City of Vancouver discriminated against them by denying them an equal opportunity to participate in a public hearing held by City Council on June 2, 2026. The workers, […]
Petition alleges City Council approved new hotel development incentive after being wrongly told provincial law required it Vancouver, BC — UNITE HERE Local 40 has filed a petition in the Supreme Court of British Columbia seeking judicial review of the City of Vancouver’s decision to grant hotel developers a new density bonus that was approved […]
Analysis finds hotel approvals are outpacing affordable housing, even as World Cup demand falls short and voters overwhelmingly prioritize homes over hotels A new report released today by UNITE HERE Local 40 raises serious questions about Vancouver City Hall’s push to fast-track hotel development while the city’s housing affordability crisis continues to worsen. The report, […]
Vancouver, BC – Four hospitality workers have filed a judicial review seeking to overturn two major City of Vancouver rezoning decisions after being denied a meaningful opportunity to participate in the public hearing process. The workers are members of UNITE HERE Local 40. The petition challenges City Council’s approval of the citywide “Fast Track” rezoning […]
VANCOUVER, BC —Dozens of YVR Airport concession workers, represented by UNITE HERE Local 40, held a rally at the airport yesterday calling for a $30 wage and stronger job security protections as they prepare to welcome visitors attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The rally comes after workers delivered a petition signed by more than […]