The union representing more than 6,000 ambulance paramedics and dispatchers in British Columbia says it has reached an agreement in principle on …
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B.C. paramedics vote for strike action, need essential services agreement first
The union representing British Columbia paramedics and emergency dispatchers says its members have voted in favour of strike action, but that doesn’t …
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Chatham-Kent firefighters awarded wage increases above police parity
An interest arbitrator has awarded Chatham-Kent firefighters in Ontario wage increases that break from the municipality’s longstanding practice of matching police and …
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By Bill Graveland A large sign on the front doors of the Calgary Police Service headquarters doesn’t mince words: “We are hiring.” “We’re …
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B.C. paramedics and emergency dispatchers set February date for strike vote
The union representing ambulance paramedics and emergency dispatchers in British Columbia says its more than 6,000 members will be taking a strike …
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B.C. paramedics union says negotiations broke down, warns of a possible strike
The union representing thousands of paramedics, dispatchers, and call takers in British Columbia is warning about potential job action after it says …
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Leeds and Grenville paramedics awarded 10.5% wage increase over three years
An interest arbitration board has awarded paramedics in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville wage increases totalling 10.5 per cent over …
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Quebec paramedics, ambulance technicians to strike Dec. 24 but keep essential service
Workers for nearly 40 ambulance services across Quebec are planning an unlimited strike beginning Christmas Eve. The 39 unions are associated with …
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Arbitrator orders firefighter wages in Sudbury, Ont., match police rates through 2026
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAn interest arbitrator has awarded Sudbury firefighters the same wage rate as local police officers, citing a two-decade pattern of parity between …
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Ontario will provide $32 million to expand specialized mental health services for first responders and public safety personnel across the province. The …


