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When complicated land deal between the City of Winnipeg and developers was in jeopardy, Unifor Local 755 sprung into action to help save local jobs.
Parmalat Foods, which employs 50 area workers, and other firms were working on a development contract with the city toward a $50-million investment from Parmalat.
But when some con-tractors reneged, the deal — and jobs of Unifor members — risked falling through.
Local 755 President Gerry Lepage began a campaign that led to a city council meeting in July, where the land transfer was approved.
“We knew we had to act fast. Good jobs are vital to this community,” said Lepage, aided by Winnipeg Labour Council President Dave Sauer.
Lepage and other Unifor activists convinced all but one councilor to vote for the land transfer.
“Our members mobilized and demonstrated that Unifor is invested in good jobs staying in Winnipeg,” said National Representative Frank Wright.
