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Steelworkers Issue 72-Hour Strike Notice
Steelworkers at Highland Valley Copper prepare for strike after 100% vote to reject unfair contract terms.
In brief
Steelworkers at Highland Valley Copper prepare for strike after 100% vote to reject unfair contract terms. USW Local 7619 workers at Highland Valley Copper will strike if Teck fails to negotiate a fair contract by Oct 24. Originally reported by Financialpost.
Steelworkers issue strike notice
USW Local 7619 issued 72-hour strike notice to Teck's Highland Valley Copper operation near Logan Lake, B.C.
100% strike mandate vote
944 members who participated in strike mandate vote supported strike action with 100% approval.
Bargaining continues
Union continued bargaining after company presented revised monetary offer but fell short of members' expectations.
Union leader statement
Kyle Wolff said members are united and prepared to stand for fair contract terms.
“Our members sent an unmistakable message that they are united and prepared to stand up for the contract they deserve”
Worker retention concerns
Union raised concerns about company's ability to attract skilled workers as employees leave operation.
Strike timeline
Strike action begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct 24 if no agreement reached by Oct 24.
What it means
USW Local 7619 workers at Highland Valley Copper will strike if Teck fails to negotiate a fair contract by Oct 24.
