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Unifor Local 2002 members at Porter Airlines in Halifax, N.S. have ratified their first collective agreement by 94%.
“Congratulations to the bargaining committee on their amazing work in negotiating our Porter Halifax members’ first collective agreement,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne.
“This sets the stage for better working conditions for our aviation members.”
The three-year agreement is effective until Oct. 22, 2028, and delivers significant improvements in wages, benefits and workplace protections.
The contract includes wage increases of 8.5% over the life of the agreement, $2.50 per hour for all leads and for any member upgraded to a lead role for the day, and a $250 ratification signing bonus.
The agreement contains the introduction of a Women’s Advocate position, establishment of Paid Education Leave and Social Justice Fund, and a trial for an expedited arbitration process.
“This new landmark agreement reflects your strength, determination and unity, said Tammy Moore, President Unifor Local 2002.
“This first collective agreement delivers fair wage increases, new and meaningful roles, and a framework for a stronger future. I am proud of our members and the bargaining committee for standing together to achieve this milestone”.
Unifor represents 60 members at Porter at Stanfield International Airport in Halifax as customer service representatives, customer service leads, and customer service ambassadors.
The members provide passenger check-in, boarding and securing of flights, ensuring regulatory requirements are met with respect to passenger handling and assisting all Porter passengers with special needs.
Unifor Local 2002 also represents Porter Airlines members at Billy Bishop Airport and Pearson International Airport in Toronto and Ottawa.
