Workers vote in favour of taking strike action if pact isn’t reached
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WINNIPEG — Government employees at two of the province’s largest community colleges — Red River College and Assiniboine Community College — have voted overwhelming in favour of taking strike action if a contract agreement isn’t reached soon.
The Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU), which represents the 1,600 workers, said today they’re upset by the lack of progress being made at the bargaining table. Particularly with respect to wages and health benefits.
“The results of this week’s vote sends a clear message to the employers that what they’ve presented to members thus far is an insufficient offer,” said union president Peter Olfert.
However, Olfert said the workers are still hoping an agreement can be reached with four days of scheduled bargaining remaining in June. The two sides are to set resume bargaining on June 22.
If a settlement can’t be reached, the workers’ bargaining committee has the option of setting a strike date, the union added.
The workers involved are instructors and support staff, including maintenance and custodial personnel.