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Kootenay ferry strike hurting region's economy, mental health: business leaders

  • The Kootenay Lake ferry strike is causing financial damage to businesses and workers, leading to cancelled or delayed activities and layoffs, according to an East Shore Chamber of Commerce survey.
  • Megan Rokeby-Thomas reported her restaurant has reduced hours and laid off staff due to the strike's impact on business operations.
  • Chamber president Garrett Garbula mentioned that the strike is causing stress and impacting the mental health of the community, stating, 'It's not only financial, but it's just the stress of not knowing.'
  • Rokeby-Thomas expressed frustration, saying the community feels ignored by governments and is seeking more support from officials.
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Kootenay ferry strike hurting region's economy, mental health: business leaders

80 unionized ferry workers have been on strike since Nov. 2, causing uncertainty on east shore of Kootenay Lake

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Ferry strike damages East Shore economy and mental health, say business leaders

East Shore residents are affected by many levels of uncertainty about travel, business and medical needs

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Trail Daily Times broke the news in Trail, Canada on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
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