CPKC Workers Threaten Strike Over Job Security and Wages

Unifor members at CPKC voted 99% in favor of a strike. Talks are scheduled for January 24. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Workers Prepare for Strike Action

Unifor’s 1,200 members maintain locomotives and freight cars, essential to CPKC’s daily operations. These workers, demanding fair wages and better conditions, feel overlooked despite their contributions.

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Negotiations with the railway are set to resume in Calgary. Workers authorized strike action if no agreement is reached by January 29 at 12:01 am ET.

Why the Strike Mandate Matters?

Union president Lana Payne emphasized workers’ solidarity. Members demand job security, work ownership, and improved conditions. The strike mandate highlights their readiness to act if demands are unmet.

Unifor urges CPKC to address critical issues. Members believe their efforts deserve recognition, pushing for long-term fairness.

As the January 24 talks approach, tension escalates. A potential strike looms, risking major disruptions to railway operations. A fair resolution remains the union’s ultimate goal.

Source: www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com

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