Source Feed: The Globe and Mail
Author: Chuck Chiang
Publication Date: October 17, 2025 - 12:17
Striking B.C. public service workers to enter non-binding mediation with province
October 17, 2025
The union representing striking public service workers across British Columbia has agreed to enter non-binding mediation with the province in their labour dispute.
The BC General Employees’ Union said in a news release Friday that mediators Vince Ready and Amanda Rogers will be facilitating the discussions in an attempt to resolve the strike that’s in its seventh week and involves about 25,000 workers.
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