Striking Blue Water Bridge workers accept deal
Workers at the Blue Water Bridge have agreed to a new contract with their employer after nearly three weeks of being on strike.
Members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada walked off the job Nov. 21, saying the federal bridge corporation was trying to slash their benefits in the latest contract negotiations.
Union officials representing the 47 workers reached the tentative agreement Thursday evening after a full day of talks.
The union met with workers Friday morning to review the details of the proposed deal. Workers then voted and accepted the deal.
"Our goal has always been to make sure these workers are protected and that they achieve an agreement that will make their lives better," said Sharon DeSousa, PSAC Ontario Regional executive vice-president. "I am proud of these workers for standing strong."
