May 12, 2025 - All TCRC Local Chairs – CPKC Eastern and
Western Regions – Negotiations Bulletin 20
Sisters and Brothers:
This bulletin is a further update regarding the mediation and interest
arbitration process. As all are aware, on October 9, 2024, Arbitrator
William Kaplan was appointed to resolve the outstanding disputes with
respect to collective bargaining.
On April 28th, we met with
Arbitrator Kaplan and further discussed the specifics of our proposals,
and the reasons for our demands. While the meeting was productive it
confirmed that we would be proceeding to arbitration.
On May
10th, the matter proceeded to formal arbitration with both groups, the
RTCs and the RTEs, presenting oral submissions to supplement our
previous submissions. While it was a long day, the hearings were
completed without the need to continue on May 11th. As such, barring any
further questions from the arbitrator, the mediation / arbitration
process is complete, and we will await his award.
Your support
and solidarity were crucial through this bargaining cycle. We would like
to thank all those involved throughout the process including members
allowing their information to be used, Local Officers who provided
invaluable timely information, and the National Officers for their
continued support.
In Solidarity,
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Dave Fulton
General Chairman - CTY West
Greg Lawrenson
General Chairman - LE West
Dennis Psichogios
General Chairman - CTY East
Joe Bishop
General Chairman - LE East
cc: Paul Boucher, President TCRC, Ryan Finnson, Vice President TCRC,
Chris Lowe, S/T TCRC
