First Nation pickets continue to block construction of new B.C. hospital
Picketers say BC Infrastructure Benefits office — which oversees the workers used on public infrastructure projects — refused KDC a permit to continue to work at the site because none of its companies and workers are members of unions accepted by the Crown corporation.
“Commitments were made to find ways to address hurdles and be more inclusive of Cowichan Tribes on a major infrastructure project taking place in our territory,” said Cowichan Tribes Chief Lydia Hwitsum. “We have been working to create positive relationships with other contractors and trade unions, and they have been supportive of getting our citizens working on this project,” she said.
“Cowichan Tribes and KDC remain committed to working with partners to secure employment and contract opportunities for Cowichan citizens on this project.”
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