Victoria Retirement ratifies
April 9, 2024
Victoria Retirement ratifies a significant increase in wages

Members working at Victoria Retirement Living in Cobourg ratified a three-year agreement on March 15, 2024. Over the term of the collective agreement the members will receive a significant increase in wages of 10%. Additionally, there will be a letter of understanding to ensure that a minimum wage gap is maintained.
The evening shift premium will increase by 10 cents per hour and there will be the introduction of a weekend premium of 10 cents per hour to increase to a total of 25 cents per hour over the term of the collective agreement.
Other improvements include an increase to the vision care allowance in 2026 of $25.00, and an increase to the sick bank maximums of 21 days for full-time and 9 days for part-time workers.
Negotiating Committee: Debbie Adams and Steve Windebank. Union Representative: Ayesha Jabbar.
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