UFCW Canada Local 1006A members at iFly Toronto have achieved a new union contract with several gains.
Ratified on December 1, 2017, the new contract covers 25 workers at the indoor skydiving facility and runs from December 1, 2017 to November 30, 2020.
The bargaining committee was led by Jonathan Lobo with support from member Matthew Marino and two former members.
“I’m proud to congratulate members at iFly Toronto on their first union contract,” said President Wayne Hanley. "Through the gains they achieved, they have established a strong foundation to build upon for the future."
Highlights include:
- Substantial wage increases inclusive of retroactive pay
- From solely employee paid health and welfare benefits to co-pay
"It was difficult but with the members’ support and solidarity, we were able to achieve a fair collective agreement that the membership is quite pleased with,” Lobo said.
