Last week the Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) returned to the negotiations table with the Community Social Services Employers Association of BC (CSSEA) to continue negotiations on a new collective agreement for 17,000 unionized workers in the community social sector.
Discussions at the table are now focused on monetary priorities. The bargaining committee has made it clear that they are not prepared to accept any offer that does not include a compensation package that recognizes the value of community social services workers and protects them against rising costs.
The bargaining committee’s goal is to work towards a deal that addresses the priorities that CSS members identified. These include a fair and equitable compensation package, health and safety improvements, mental health supports, and meaningful and tangible recognition and reconciliation for all Indigenous workers.
While negotiations are happening, you can help by making sure that all of your co-workers have their union cards and have updated their contact information with their union representatives or stewards.
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