Grand River Transit strike set to continue as talks fail
Posted Jan 22, 2020 07:09:00 PM.
The Grand River Transit strike will continue until further notice.
The Region of Waterloo and Unifor Local 4304 met Wednesday but no agreement was reached.
No further talks are scheduled at this time.
In a release, Unifor said the talks broke off because “it became clear that the employer was not willing to offer new proposals.”
Unifor Local 4304 represents 700 drivers, mechanics, vehicle service attendants and dispatchers.
“The Region is extremely disappointed that negotiations have broken down. We understand this strike has seriously impacted the lives of our citizens and we are committed to reaching an agreement that will get busesback on the roads as soon as possible,” said Chief Administrative Officer Mike Murray in a release.
To learn more about what GRT services are affected, click here.
UPDATE: The Region & Unifor 4304 met today and unfortunately were unable to reach an agreement. Parties remain in communication but no further talks are scheduled. The strike will continue until further notice.
— Region of Waterloo (@RegionWaterloo) January 22, 2020
