UFCW 1006A members at HBC have ratified a new union contract.
The four year contract expires on March 31, 2026.
“I am pleased to congratulate our members at HBC on achieving a strong union contract,” said President Wayne Hanley. "The negotiating committee worked hard and dedicated themselves to ensuring workers’ voices were heard at the bargaining table. When workers advocate together through their union, they win gains and build fairer and better workplaces.”
The negotiating committee included members, Merlyn Sookrit, Andy Werner, Khashif Bhatti and Trevor Boxhill and union staff, Winston Gordon and Lesley Prince.
Highlights
- Significant increase to wage scales and retroactive pay
- Overnight and afternoon premiums
- Addition of a float day
- Increase in footwear allowance
