Striking HandyDART workers in Metro Vancouver and Transdev engage in mediated negotiations with cautious optimism from the union.

Joe McCann, president of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1724, expressed cautious optimism before mediated negotiations on Sunday between striking HandyDART workers in Metro Vancouver and Transdev. While he raised concerns about Transdev's delayed response to mediation, the union remains hopeful for a resolution. However, workers are ready to continue their strike indefinitely if necessary.