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MONTRÉAL, July 9, 2024 /CNW/ – Bell announced today that it has acquired leading technical services companies Stratejm (opens in new window) and CloudKettle Inc (opens in new window) ., adding Professional and Managed Services expertise in cybersecurity and Salesforce to its existing capabilities. These acquisitions will advance Bell’s strategy to be the leader in supporting medium and large organizations’ digital transformations and automation through cloud services. Combined with Bell’s pure fibre and 5g networks, enterprises will benefit from an exceptional and seamless AI-powered end-to-end customer experience.
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On Thursday, June 20, 2024, the Parliament of Canada passed federal anti-scab legislation under Bill C-58, which will restrict federally-regulated employers, including transportation, banks, and telecom companies, from using replacement workers during strikes or lock-outs. Those who violate the new law, which comes into full effect on June 20, 2025, will face fines of up to $100,000 a day.
This once-in-a-generation update to federal labour law didn’t happen by chance. Our union – our members and activists – made winning federal anti-scab legislation a reality.
For many years, our union has campaigned in favour of anti-scab legislation in all jurisdictions. The national campaign was endorsed by delegates at regional Councils and the 2022 Constitutional Convention, and our members did what we do best – mobilized into action. We met with MPs, senators, and federal government staff, telling our stories about the impacts of scabs on the picket line. Through email blasts, petitions, video testimonials, one-on-one discussions, op-eds, social media engagement, and countless face-to-face meetings, we made the case that it was time for anti-scab legislation at the federal level.
We know that when our members speak from their hearts about their real experiences in the workplace, and about the sacrifices they and their families make to win fair contracts, elected officials listen.
This historic victory happened thanks to the efforts of every one of our 320,000 members across Canada.
Even when we win, the fight continues. From the very beginning, our plan was to win federal legislation, then take the fight to the provinces, because we know the vast majority of workers in Canada are governed by provincial labour legislation.
Even in British Columbia and Quebec, where they already have anti-scab legislation, the laws need to be tightened and loopholes eliminated. There is much more work to be done!
So stay tuned, and look out for more ways to get involved as we kick off the next phase of our campaign to win anti-scab legislation in every jurisdiction in Canada!
In the meantime, it’s important to take the time to celebrate the momentous victory that we won. On behalf of Unifor’s leadership team, I want to thank each and every member of our union for your role in this victory – this is an unprecedented step forward for workers in Canada.
Please take the time to enjoy the summer with your family, friends and loved ones. Rest, recuperate, recharge your batteries, and let’s get ready to win anti-scab legislation for everyone!
In solidarity,
Lana Payne
National President
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Telus has told roughly 150 call centre employees in Ontario that they need to relocate by October, find another role, or accept layoffs.
This decision is part of a broader reorganization that requires around 1,000 call centre employees nationwide to return to the office three days a week starting in September.
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July 10, 2024
MISSISSAUGA—Unifor members at Bombardier ratified a new three-year collective agreement today bringing an end to an 18-day strike at the company’s aircraft manufacturing facilities in Mississauga and Waterloo.
“Our union’s top priority in these negotiations was to secure an agreement that reflects our members’ skills, hard work and dedication which have made Bombardier’s Global jet program so successful,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “After a highly effective strike I am proud to say that our members ratified a landmark agreement that delivers a substantial economic package at a time when aerospace workers need it most.”
At ratification meetings held today, Unifor Local 112 and 673 members ratified a new agreement that provides workers with general wage increases of 12.5% over the life of the agreement, increased pension contributions and better job security.
“What changed the outcome of these negotiations and brought a fair deal within reach, was the unwavering support from our members on the picket lines,” said Unifor Local 112 President John Turner. “The historic gains we have made in this agreement would never have happened without strike action that showed the company our members would not back down until a fair deal was reached.”
Unifor Local 112 represents approximately 1,200 production and Skilled Trades members at Bombardier. Together with 250 office, professional and technical workers represented by Local 673, workers at Bombardier’s Pearson and Waterloo facilities build the company’s Global series of jets. The newly ratified agreement also includes work commitments and job ownership for union members over the entire Global fleet, including the forthcoming 8000 series ultra long-range business jet and any derivatives thereof.
“It was essential that we secured work ownership over the entire Global jet program to protect our members’ jobs today and for the next generation of Bombardier aerospace workers,” said Unifor Local 673 President Maryellen McIlmoyle. “Bombardier members are dedicated and hard-working beyond measure.
We ratified an agreement that delivers higher wages, better pensions and a stronger economic future for all Bombardier workers.”