LATEST BARGAINING NEWS
On February 19, 2026, members voted to reject the tentative agreement.
After the vote, the Bargaining Committee notified the employer of the results and requested a return to the bargaining table.
In mid-March, both parties agreed to move to conciliation.
A conciliator has been selected and conciliation dates are scheduled for April 21 and 27, 2026.
Overview of Bargaining So Far
Members of Seine River School Division, Support - Local 144 had an opportunity to put forward proposals to be considered in the next round of bargaining at a meeting on March 3, 2025. The meetings were well attended and we thank members for their submissions.
Your Bargaining Committee then reviewed the proposals and compiled a proposal package, which was shared with the employer on June 19, 2025.
Regular negotiations meetings took place with the employer. Discussions largely focused on non-monetary items such as employee rights and safety issues.
On January 30, 2026, your Bargaining Committee reached a tentative agreement and recommended members accept it.