CMBC`s intransigence about Metro Vancouver`s transit workers` concerns about decent wages and working conditions meant that workers announced a three-day system-wide walkout on November 27, 28 and 29. Negotiations resumed on 26 November, after being highlighted two weeks ago. After 10 hours of negotiations, Unifor President Jerry Dias announced a 30-minute extension of the strike period after midnight to allow negotiations to continue, and at 12:30 p.m., an interim agreement was announced this morning at 12:30 p.m. to avoid closure. “This contract recognizes that Unifor members are the backbone of Metro Vancouver`s transit system,” said Gavin McGarrigle, Unifor Western Regional Director and Negotiator. “We look forward to being an integral part of an expanding system that keeps this region moving.” The work will be completed with ratification votes in the coming days, at which time the details of the agreement will be published. According to government website B.C this mandate applies “to all public service employers with unionized workers whose collective agreements expire on December 31, 2018 or after December 31, 2018.” (added to the article) “What is even more disheartening is that our union was only two days early. The legal standard for advice in the event of staff adjustment is 60 days. Our collective agreements require a four-week delay. We will hold management to account if the procedure is contrary to these standards. Bus company President and CEO Mike McDaniel said yesterday that management has proposed a larger package than most public sector B.C agreements. This rate of financial losses is not sustainable, TransLink said in a press release. Chief negotiator Gavin McGarrigle says the union is prepared to strike for many months if its demands are not met. Nanaimo Rally supports the “No Concessions” booth for forest workers – Barbara Biley Vancouver TransitWorkers defend their rights and the public transit system – Bus drivers and maintenance workers reach interim agreement – Anne Jamieson and Brian Sproule – SkyTrain workers vote for employment action for your information – Greater Vancouver Transit System University of Northern Faculty Strike – Adequate pay and working conditions for teachers , librarians, labourers and contractors requested – University of Northern British Columbia, Board Chair – Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations Quebec Public Sector Negotiations – Workers Speak Out About Their Concerns and Needs – Interview, Jeff Begley, President, Federation of Health and Social Services Article 21 of our Collective Agreement describes the different coverages and limitations of our medical and advanced health, dental services , health care and disability.