UFCW 1006A members at Tok Transit, who work as transit drivers for the City of Orillia, ratified a new union contract.
The term of the contract is February 25, 2025 to June 30, 2031 and covers 26 members.
“We made improvements, and the contract is much better than what we had before,” said John Youngblut, a member of the negotiating committee. “All things considered, it went very well.”
The negotiating committee included members, Michael Cox and John Youngblut, Executive Assistant to the President Frank Ragni and Union Representatives, Kallisha Hoyes and Joshua Robichaud.
“I want to congratulate the negotiating committee and the membership on achieving a fair and strong contract,” said President Wayne Hanley. “Union representation is crucial in all sectors, including transit, as it empowers workers with the voice and power to transform their workplace.”
Highlights
- Wage increases of nearly 30 per cent over the term of the contract
- Improvements to probationary time periods
- Increased options of uniforms
- Improvements to boot allowance
