3 SEPTEMBER 2008 – Steelworkers Ratify New Collective Agreement with Perimeter Lumber

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WINNIPEG, MB- On Tuesday United Steelworkers Local 1-324 President Chris Parlow announced that union members have voted strongly in favour of ratifying a collective agreement with Perimeter Lumber, one of Western Canada’s largest wholesale lumber distribution yards.
 
The three-year agreement provides for wage increases averaging 2.5 per cent annually, combined with a bonus monthly attendance recognition program which can provide an additional $100.00 per month.

Other improvements include starting wage increases of $2.00 an hour, extended health and welfare coverage improvements, and other benefit plan enhancements.

“Steelworkers at this operation felt they were given a fair shake in this round of negotiations given the state of the forestry industry crisis,” comments Parlow. “As a result they voted over 90% in favour of the new agreement.”

CONTACT:  Chris T Parlow  204.623.3443