Transit workers ratify new contract – UFCW 1006A

Concord, Ont. – April 15, 2025 – UFCW 1006A members at Tok Transit, who work as bus drivers and mechanics for York Region Transit (YRT), have ratified a new union contract with several gains.

The term of the contract is from February 25, 2025 to February 24, 2031 and covers 290 members. Highlights include a 25 per cent wage increase over contract term, increased shoe allowances, increased sick pay allowance and more.

“I am proud to congratulate our negotiating committee and our members at Tok Transit for securing a fair union contract,” said UFCW 1006A President Wayne Hanley. “UFCW representation ensures workers have the strength and ability to collectively negotiate and improve their rights and livelihoods for the better.”

Read more about the collective bargaining victory at Tok Transit.

UFCW Local 1006A represents 42,000 members in a wide range of sectors across Ontario, including the grocery retail, food processing, hospitality, laundry, warehousing, transportation, cannabis, and eye care industries. To learn more about UFCW 1006A and its outstanding work, visit the local union’s website.

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