VIA Rail train at London, Ont., train station. Photo: Balcer

VIA Rail talks collapse, setting stage for national rail strike

by Todd Humber June 2, 2025

written by Todd Humber June 2, 2025

Contract negotiations between Unifor and VIA Rail have collapsed after a week of bargaining in Montreal, raising the prospect of a nationwide passenger rail strike that could begin June 22. The breakdown affects 2,500 VIA Rail workers represented by Unifor Council 4000 and Local 100, who will be in ...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

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