Members at Sudbury’s TownePlace Suites ratified a new union contract with many gains.
The contract was ratified on February 20, 2018 and covers 25 members. It runs from December 31, 2017 to December 31, 2019.
Bargaining was led by Union Representative Ric Pereira with support from members Julie Baronette and James Harmer.
“UFCW Canada Local 1006A is proud to be Ontario's best union for hotel workers seeking fairness, respect and dignity at work,” said President Wayne Hanley. “Congratulations to our negotiating team and our members at TownePlace Suites Sudbury for coming together to achieve a fair contract for their future.”
Highlights of the new contract:
- Wage increases
- The increase to $15 per hour is protected regardless if minimum wage goes up or not on January 1, 2019.
- Members now have ability to use one of the two personal emergency days as a personal day or on their birthday.
- Increase in Employer contribution the Benefit Plan to $180 from $170 per member per month.
- Regular Joint labour management meetings will take place and minutes will be posted.
- Bereavement entitlement language is protected against the Personal Emergency Leave Days in the Employment Standards Act.
“I want to thank our bargaining committee for their hardwork and our membership for their support throughout this process,” said Pereira, lead negotiator. “With our members’ participation, we look forward to building on the gains we achieved in future negotiations."
