Officials To Meet With Union Leaders

Rail companies union to resume talks Wednesday as strike deadline looms

Officials to meet with union leaders

OTTAWA — Major freight railroads and their unionised workers agreed Wednesday to resume contract talks, days before a strike deadline that could have crippled the economy.

Talks to resume Wednesday

The two sides will meet again Wednesday, just days before a deadline that could lead to a strike that would shut down rail service across Canada.

The talks come after the federal government appointed a mediator to help resolve the dispute. The mediator, Vincent Ready, is a former labour minister who has been involved in several high-profile labour disputes.

Conclusion

The rail companies and their workers have been negotiating a new contract for months. The two sides are at odds over wages, benefits and working conditions. If the two sides cannot reach an agreement by the deadline, the union has said it will go on strike.

A strike would have a significant impact on the Canadian economy. The railways are responsible for transporting a wide range of goods, including food, fuel and manufactured products. A strike would also lead to job losses and disruptions to the supply chain.

The resumption of talks is a positive sign. However, it is still unclear whether the two sides will be able to reach an agreement before the deadline.