“The members’ strike order was a key tactic that helped achieve a solid collective bargaining agreement.” “Congratulations to the Negotiating Committee for skillfully negotiating a contract within a deadline,” said Unifor Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle. Upon ratification, a signing bonus of between $600 and $1,800 (depending on hours worked) is available. Trader bonuses will increase between $0.20 and $0.70 per hour. Many employees will receive an additional 4.5% raise based on years of service and current pay rate. The four-year contract includes an increase of 2.5% retroactive to June 2022, 2.75% in the second year and 3% in each of the final two years, for a total of 11.25%.
“The benefits of this contract will help address the economic situation facing workers, including the rising cost of living.” “The previous Conservative government left gambling workers behind,” said Lana Payne, Unifor national president.
WINNIPEG-Wage increases, a signing bonus and shift bonuses are highlights of a new collective bargaining agreement ratified by Unifor Local 144 members at the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation.