CUPE denounces back-to-work legislation in teacher strikes

Toronto – CUPE Ontario is denouncing the provincial government’s move to introduce back-to-work legislation against striking teachers. “Premier Wynne committed to restoring labour peace after the disaster that was Bill 115 – specifically by respecting the collective bargaining process,” said Fred Hahn, president of CUPE Ontario. “Back-to-work legislation is the antithesis of respect for the…

CUPE available to bargain today after tabling response to City of London Saturday evening – Management still has time to avert a strike before Monday

LONDON, Ont. – Encouraged by Mayor Brown’s remarks yesterday afternoon that he ‘wanted to see employees at work on Monday,’ CUPE is ready and available to bargain today if the city is prepared to return to talks to reach a concessions-free contract so workers can continue to provide services that Londoners rely on.   “We’ve…