Share
Members of Unifor Local 666 working at the Niobec mine in the Saguenay region went on strike on May 1, following a deadlock in negotiations to renew their collective agreement.
On April 24, members had voted 99% in favor of a strike mandate, clearly expressing their desire to obtain a fair agreement, particularly regarding wage adjustments to reflect the rising cost of living.
The members point out that they have continued their work with rigor and commitment, even during the pandemic, under sometimes difficult conditions. Today, they are asking for a simple catch-up to preserve their purchasing power and protect the gains they have negotiated over the years.
"We're not questioning the company's competitiveness or working conditions. But when inflation is eating away a little more of a family's income every week, it's only fair to demand a catch-up. We never want this, but a strike is the last resort to make this reality heard", explains Daniel Cloutier, Unifor's Quebec director.
Unifor would like to see a rapid resumption of discussions to reach a respectful and balanced agreement.
