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Clean-shaven respirator policies are creating systemic barriers for workers who can’t shave for medical or religious reasons—particularly Sikh men. These outdated rules violate basic human rights and exclude qualified workers from roles in marine and industrial sectors. We’ve called on the Minister of Labour and key allies to push for change. Everyone deserves safe, inclusive […]
Recent life-saving rescues have shown, once again, just how vital our crews are to coastal safety. In January, a passenger went overboard near Tsawwassen. Thanks to the training, teamwork and fast action of the crew, that person was pulled from the water and brought to safety. In March, Hullo Ferries crew helped rescue stranded boaters […]
VANCOUVER— The BC Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union (BCFMWU) is calling on federal candidates to commit to stronger investment in B.C.’s ferry system, as part of a push to make marine transportation a priority in the 2025 federal election. The union has released an election advocacy kit to help members raise key issues with candidates […]
11marAll Day13Bargaining Conference 2025
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