The current Bargaining sessions with the employer started on March 10^th. The Union and employer have now exchanged all proposals and discussed their initial positions. We have agreed to some language changes. However, a significant number of outstanding proposals remain, which will take some time to work through.

The parties have agreed to adjourn for the remainder of the week. We have scheduled additional dates for May 5^th and 6^th.

Please ensure you speak with one of the Union Bargaining committee members if you have any questions. They are the only ones with the facts that you can rely on.

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We look forward to working toward a fair agreement considering the needs and economic realities of our membership.

In solidarity,

John O'Neill, Bargaining Committee Chairperson
Danielle Buchanan, Bargaining Committee Member
Erik Jones, Bargaining Committee Member
Gary Bennett, Senior Staff Representative - Negotiations

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