Staff includes 47 unionized workers
The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) has requested the assistance of a mediator to assist in reaching an agreement with its unionized workforce at the Blue Water Bridge and avoid any potential labour disruption.
"A generous comprehensive package has been presented to the bargaining unit (Public Service Alliance of Canada) for consideration, including a general wage increase, increased shift premiums and additional leave benefits," said Micheline Dubé, president and CEO, FBCL. “However, to date, a deal has not been reached.”
FBCL is vested in the communities of Point Edward and Sarnia, Ontario. It has dedicated local staff of 69 employees, 47 of which are unionized. Since its amalgamation in 2015, FBCL has increased its workforce at this location, created new operational positions, staffed all open jobs and centralized the IT infrastructure, according to the company.
