Isaac Phan Nay

Prince Rupert's port is testing self-driving trucks, The Tyee has learned. But unions fear job losses and safety threats.

Prince Rupert Port Authority aims to test driverless vehicles this summer, reveal documents obtained by The Tyee.

After 18 months of bargaining, the sides are still far apart.

Workers say safety protocols at Vancouver export terminals have slipped. ‘It will be devastating.’

The union is heading into bargaining this summer, looking for a five per cent wage bump to catch workers up with inflation.

Difficult union negotiations and employee layoffs have led to growing tensions.

At the end of Vancity's annual general meeting — far away from the table where negotiations with the union were grinding to a halt — members considered a raise for the company's board of directors.

The Tyee goes inside a surprise ship inspection at Vancouver’s port to uncover working conditions.

The Tyee goes inside a surprise ship inspection at Vancouver’s port to uncover working conditions.