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Workers at Transition House Coalition of Northumberland in Cobourg have voted to join UFCW 1006A.
The new bargaining unit is comprised of 19 members, who are Shelter Services workers.
“On behalf of UFCW 1006A, I’m proud to congratulate and welcome our newest members from Transition House Coalition of Northumberland,” said President Wayne Hanley. “UFCW 1006A is dedicated to improving our members’ rights and livelihoods and ensuring they have a voice in their workplace. Together, we are empowering members to create fairer workplaces.”
Key issues that led to workers joining UFCW 1006A included health and safety, job security, wages and benefits.
“Our new members showed determination and solidarity in coming together to achieve union representation,” said Lesley Prince, Organizing Director.
Transition House is integral to the community, serving as the only emergency shelter in Nothumberland country. The organization provides safe and supportive temporary housing, life skills and transition support to people from Cobourg, Port Hope, Grafton, Colborne, Campbellford, Brighton, Hamilton Township, and Alderville.
If you’d like more information on joining UFCW 1006A, contact us here.
