# Metro Vancouver Outdoor Workers Strike Over Safety, Pay

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Podcast: [Vancouver News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vancouver-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7592122)
Published: 2026-05-25T00:01:48+00:00
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## Resource

Metro Vancouvers outdoor workers union escalates job action, targeting non-essential services and overtime, due to unresolved issues like worker safety, outsourcing protections, and hiring/retention support. Managements refusal to negotiate and significant cost overruns at the North Shore wastewater plant have fueled union members frustration, with potential financial impacts on homeowners. The regional district aims for a fair agreement, but the situation is heating up. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46c9a0f159248854

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