The B.C. government will guarantee new employment rights for ride-hailing and delivery drivers, including a minimum wage. But the changes fall short of what’s needed for people working for apps like Uber, advocates say. Zak Vescera reports. Zak is The Tyee's labour reporter. Published Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. 

https://thetyee.ca/News/2023/11/17/BC-Unveils-Job-Protections-Gig-Drivers/

The B.C. government will guarantee new employment rights for ride-hailing and delivery drivers, including a minimum wage. But the changes fall short of what’s needed for people working for apps like Uber, advocates say. Zak Vescera reports. Zak is The Tyee's labour reporter. Published Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. https://thetyee.ca/News/2023/11/17/BC-Unveils-Job-Protections-Gig-Drivers/

BC Unveils New Job Protections for Gig Drivers

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