Friday, June 14, 2024

Collective agreement ratified for CUPE 1050 in Quesnel

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

The City of Quesnel is pleased to announce that a new three-year collective agreement has been ratified with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 1050, covering Public Works, Community Services, City Hall, and RCMP Detachment employees.

The new agreement is effective June 8, 2024, expiring on June 7, 2027. The wage increase over three years is 5%, 4.5%, and 4%.

“Council appreciates the continued efforts of the City’s management team and the union’s bargaining team to foster a positive relationship, which resulted in a respectful and successful bargaining process over the past few weeks,” said Quesnel Mayor Ron Paull. “Council values the outstanding work of our unionized workers who deliver quality services to our community.”

“I am delighted that we've reached an agreement and collaborated with the City of Quesnel to establish a fair contract for our dedicated employees, who are essential to keeping our city running smoothly. Thanks to everyone on both sides of the bargaining team for their hard work in achieving this successful outcome,” stated CUPE Local 1050 President, Peter Bond.

The collective agreement for CUPE 1050-01 still remains to be negotiated. This covers employees at the Arts and Recreation Centre.

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