Local 175 – Autobus Transco Inc – AVRCE Conciliation Update

Your bargaining committee met with your Employer yesterday for Conciliation.

What is conciliation? Conciliation is a requirement under the Nova Scotia Trade Union Act that takes place when regular negotiations fail to reach an agreement. Either party may apply to the Minister of Labour and Advanced Education requesting the services of a Conciliation Officer. The Conciliation Officer does not have the power to impose a settlement on either party. Instead, their role is to mediate between the parties and help them reach an agreement.

We are pleased to let you know that we have reached a tentative agreement.

We are holding a ratification meeting this evening, November 7th at 6pm at the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department (463 Main St, Kentville NS).

It is very important that you attend.

Thank you for your continued support and solidarity.

If you have any questions or concerns about the bargaining process, please contact a member of your bargaining committee:

Eric Boutilier, luv_camping@hotmail.com
Cathy Carey, nsgeu_local_175_president@yahoo.com
Edith Carpentier, emcarpentier1500@gmail.com

Lead Negotiator Lori Smith, lsmith@nsgeu.ca