In addition to maintaining and even improving its purchasing power, the union is particularly proud to win back several things it negotiated after rejecting an initial interim deal in April 2019. The workers then voted with more than 83% for a means of pressure up to an unlimited general strike. On Monday, the Syndicat des employés du transport de valeurs et des salles de comptage de Garda (SNCF-CUPE 3812) signed a new six-year collective agreement providing for wage increases of 14% for the period 2018-2024. “This employee engagement allowed us to make our voices heard at the bargaining table. These individuals have shown management that they want a fair deal that is consistent with the company`s day-to-day efforts,” added marcin Kazmierczak, CUPE union representative. “The union has achieved its goals, including wages and full impact for all workers, as well as major adjustments to schedules and holidays. We prepared for the health crisis and held virtual general assemblies, including a vote. The agreement received 73.5% support, reflecting the excellent work of the Bargaining Committee,” said Jocelyn Tremblay, CFSS union representative and director of SNCF-CUPE 3812. SNCF-CUPE 3812 represents just over 1000 members.
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