Overview

• The union says the latest expansion brings participation to almost 25,000 members across the province.
• A total of 431 provincial government worksites are now behind picket lines, according to the BCGEU.
• Private liquor and cannabis retailers remain open but rely on government distribution warehouses that are also picketed.
• Service BC locations affected handle driver licensing, income and disability assistance, hunting and fishing licences, identification verification, and payments for traffic tickets, student loans and court fines.
• The province says it is pursuing a fair agreement within fiscal constraints as workers press for higher compensation.