(Montreal) Granby Zoo workers began an indefinite strike Saturday morning. Negotiations are still not progressing fast enough, believe employees represented by the National Union of Employees of the Zoological Society of Cranby (CSN), the seasonal division.
The union represents about 130 workers, including veterinary and animal care technicians, naturalist interpreters, mechanics, carpenters and some zoo administrative staff.
The first day was held on the 9th of July, after which the negotiations did not succeed.
They are demanding that their new collective agreement — the old one expires on Dec. 31 — bring working conditions into line with concerns about 2024. That is, it specifically allows for a better harmony between work and family and less insecurity for employees. . Especially for temporary workers.
The union condemns, among other things, the limited number of restrictions imposed by management and the use of subcontractors.
CSN requires only two staffing levels: regular and part-time.
In a statement released Saturday morning, the zoo management said it respects “the striking employees’ right to express their concerns.” He says he is doing everything he can to quickly resolve the conflict through an agreement that is mutually beneficial to all parties involved.
Despite this walkout, the zoo remains open and continues to welcome visitors.
The union and management, in separate press releases, assured that animal welfare will not be affected by the strike, while the park will remain open to visitors. These are some of the activities the park offers with suspensions, affected by the union movement.
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