Hundreds of Civilian Workers on Strike at Military Bases in Ontario, Quebec

Published on January 15, 2024

Nearly 500 civilians working on military bases in Ontario and Quebec went on strike Jan. 15, citing wage and job security concerns. The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Union of National Defence Employees (UNDE) say members were picketing as of early Monday morning. “Our members provided their bargaining teams with the mandate to take job action to get the collective agreement they deserve, and that’s exactly what we will do,” said PSAC national president Chris Aylward in a statement. The strike affects Quebec bases in Bagotville, Montreal, and Valcartier, as well as Ontario bases in Kingston, Ottawa, and Petawawa and will impact retail and food services as well as physical fitness and reaction services at all locations. It will also impact financial planning and insurance for CAF members, which is provided through Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS)....

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