The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced today that a tentative agreement with the Canadian Merchant Service Guild (CMSG) has been ratified. The guild represents about 30 ferry captains in this province.
The Provincial Government and the CMSG worked together to negotiate an agreement that reflects the value of the important transportation services provided by ferry captains along the coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador.
This five-year agreement is in line with other bargaining units providing wage increases, a one-time employee recognition bonus payment of $2,000 and salary adjustments to ensure competitiveness. It also offers changes to employee allowances and leave provisions, similar to other collective agreements.
The Provincial Government has successfully negotiated 30 collective agreements with public sector unions, representing more than 35,000 public sector workers.
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“Ferry captains provide an essential service by ensuring transportation is available for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians across the island. I thank the negotiating teams of the Provincial Government and the Canadian Merchant Service Guild for working together to reach the thirtieth collective agreement we have negotiated with our public sector unions in less than two years.”
Honourable Siobhan Coady
Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance and President of Treasury Board
“We have a talented and dedicated team that operates the provincial ferry service, delivering transportation to the tens of thousands of people who use it annually. We thank them for their ongoing work, which serves and connects communities across our province.”
Honourable John G. Abbott
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
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