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Please make sure to vote on this offer, so your voice is heard.
Halifax (04 Oct. 2013) - After many months of bargaining, the employer at Parkland at the Lakes has provided your bargaining committee with a final offer, which contains a proposed wage package.
Members to vote on employer offer, or move to first contract arbitration
The union, Nova Scotia Government and General Employees (NSGEU/NUPGE), will be presenting this offer to the members, and conduct a vote on whether or not to accept it or reject it. If it is rejected, members would continue to move forward with the First Contract Arbitration process.
What is First Contract Arbitration?
Either side (the union or employer) has the right to apply to the Labour Board of Nova Scotia for an imposed settlement in cases where a first collective agreement is not achieved after a period of one year. This legislation was designed to help parties reach a first collective agreement without resorting to strike or lockout. The possibility of an imposed agreement serves to encourage both the union and employer to compromise and find solutions in a timely manner. Furthermore, the Labour Board can offer the assistance of experienced senior labour, management and third-party representatives to help the parties reach an agreement.
Voting takes place on October 7
The final offer will be presented at two drop-in meetings being held on Monday, October 7 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Sobey’s at 268 Baker Drive. These are drop-in sessions, so you are welcome to come at any time to ask questions and vote.
All affected members are encouraged to attend, and to bring your co-workers. If you are unable to attend the drop-in sessions, you will be able to vote on the employer’s final offer if you simply ask a member of your bargaining committee. Please make sure to vote on this offer, so your voice is heard.
If you have any questions, please contact a member of your bargaining committee or the union at 902-424-4063 (toll-free 1-877-556-7438), or email the union.
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