48-hour strike notice issued on behalf of 1,000 Nova Scotia Power electrical workers
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HALIFAX – A union representing 1,000 electrical workers at Nova Scotia Power has given notice it could begin a strike within two days.
Local 1928 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, also known as IBEW, issued the 48-hour notice on behalf of members working for the province’s largest utility provider.
The union released the notice and a letter to its membership Monday, telling those who work for Nova Scotia Power to prepare for picket duty at their place of work.
The union did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Nova Scotia Power says it’s focused on reaching a fair agreement with its employees “while supporting our commitment to providing safe, reliable electricity to our customers.”
Company spokesperson Jacqueline Foster says contingency plans are being developed, as is standard during negotiations.
“Negotiations have been productive and respectful. Discussions continued today, and we have presented an enhanced offer. Out of respect for our employees and the collective bargaining process, we aren’t commenting further while we focus on ongoing negotiations,” Foster said in an email Monday.
Nova Scotia Power says about 1,000 of its staff IBEW members.
IBEW’s website says it represents about 800 workers at Nova Scotia Power, and 1,300 total electrical workers across the province.
On Friday, Local 1928 issued a statement saying its members had rejected a second tentative agreement with Nova Scotia Power, and as a result, it would be requesting strike authority from the IBEW’s international office.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 27, 2026.