Officials and contractors in British Columbia and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Washington state push to reopen, repair and add resilience to battered highways and flood defenses after a month of repeat storms.
Several regional union leaders resigned amid alleged contract vote fraud after members narrowly agreed to pact last month following several week strike.
Northwest Carpenters Union pact with contractors that includes a 15.43% wage and benefits hike is approved by 54% majority, with a strong online and strike site opposition campaign.
Construction of a terminal in Washington state required navigating environmental contamination, unexpected site conditions and adherence to tribal agreements