Termination for theft not discriminatory

The grievor claimed that he had stolen from his employer to feed his drug addiction. However, the arbitrator could find no connection between his addictions and his actions. The union had not provided a prima facie case for discrimination.

A worker was fired after he was caught stealing copper wire from his employer and selling it to a recycler. The union grieved, arguing that the termination was discriminatory.

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