Talks between Western Forest Products (WFP) and the United Steel Workers Local 1-1937 (USW) have stalled once again.
The USW issued a three-page press release on how the negotiations went, stating that WFP BԪַsquandered an opportunity to reach a Collective AgreementBԪַ by refusing to move off its unreasonable, unwarranted and unacceptable concessions.BԪַ
According to the release, both parties met on Oct. 16, 18, 19, and 20, but progress was only made on issues BԪַthat had no cost implications for WFP.BԪַ
Black Press reached out to WFP for comment on the negotiations and received this response.
BԪַWe are aware of the update issued by the USW,BԪַ stated WFP Representative Babita Khunkhun. BԪַWestern believes that the best place for these discussions to occur is at the bargaining table and we remain available for mediation later this week.BԪַ
Read the full press release from the USW below