Alberni Golf Club Board terminates all seasonal employees months after unprecedented layoffs
Employer says two-thirds of the bargaining unit are set to be replaced by an automated lawn mower.
Employer says two-thirds of the bargaining unit are set to be replaced by an automated lawn mower.
Employer agrees with the Union’s interpretation of contested Collective Bargaining Agreement language.
Employee says it’s the first time he’s been laid off in 38 years of service.
The SEIU Local 2 members had been on strike for 10 days after contentious negotiations.
The members negotiated a deal that will see a 20 percent wage increase on average.
SEIU Local 2's two-week paid Organizing Apprenticeship Program starts on October 28 in Vancouver. Application deadline is September 30. Organizing Apprentice positions will be available in various provinces.
One-day strike clinches it for workers at the golf course.
“We are simply asking for a liveable salary and recognition of our hard work.”
First year groundskeepers are receiving an immediate wage increase of either 8.8%, 7.8% or 6.7%