Vancouver, BC — UNITE HERE Local 40 is condemning Vancouver City Council’s decision at the public hearing on June 2 to approve a new development incentive for downtown hotels as part of a package of zoning changes tied to provincial housing legislation. While the amendments were presented as necessary to comply with Bill 16 mandates […]
Vancouver, BC – While hospitality workers and working families are feeling squeezed by the lack of affordability in Vancouver, City Council will consider proposals at its upcoming regular Council meeting and Public Hearing on June 2 that may continue a troubling trend: developers receive additional benefits, flexibility, and exemptions, while affordable housing and community benefits […]
Vancouver, BC — A delegation of union members and community allies delivered a stack of petitions to development giant Holborn Group this afternoon, sending a clear message that the project does not reflect the needs of Vancouver residents facing an affordability crisis. More than 2,000 residents have signed the petition, opposed to the “supertall” tower […]
UNITE HERE Local 40 is looking for Community Volunteers to fight for a more affordable Vancouver! Vancouver is increasingly being shaped by the interests of billionaires and their political allies. Major decisions are being made right now that will define the future of the city, while many residents feel shut out of the process. At […]
Vancouver, BC – While Council considers a proposal to rollback requirements for below-market rentals today, hospitality workers and community advocates will be holding a protest this afternoon at City Hall calling on elected officials to stop prioritizing developer profits over housing affordability. Without a public hearing or opportunity for public input at today’s meeting, Council […]