Province appoints top mediator to reach deal with 911 call takers

Province appoints top mediator to reach deal with 911 call takers

June 7, 2026 11:10 am PST.

The B.C. 911 call takers say chronic understaffing, burnout, and wage concerns are pushing the emergency response system to its limits. A veteran mediator has been appointed by the province after a strike notice was issued. Joe Sadowski has more.

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