Ontario Northland Transportation Commission and Teamsters Rail Conference Maintenance of Way Employees Division (TCRC MWED) announced this morning that they have reached a tentative five year collective agreement.
TCRC MWED represents 161 unionized employees who are responsible for maintaining Ontario Northland’s rail infrastructure, including track, buildings and bridges along the rail line.
“We are pleased that a fair agreement was reached with TCRC MWED that balances the interests of employees with the need to provide sustainable transportation services,” said Corina Moore, Interim President and CEO in a news release.
“This agreement is another positive step for the organization, and for strengthening our future.”
"We look forward to presenting this agreement to our members," said Louis Wilson, President of TCRC MWED. "It is a fair agreement and we are proud of the hard work the bargaining team has done on behalf of our members.”
Transformation of Ontario Northland is underway and the unions and employees have an important and vital role in shaping a sustainable future for the organization.
