TORONTO – Durham CUPE Local 1764 has informed region officials it will give 48 hours notice before taking strike action as a result of an ongoing labour dispute.
The union is in a legal strike position as of Friday, June 13 at 12:01 a.m.
Daycare workers will remain on the job today as well as paramedics, health inspectors and other staff.
The union represents about 1,600 Regional employees, also known as “inside workers”.
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Durham officials warned the public this week there could be picket lines at some locations and that there could be large crowds to access regional services if a strike were to occur.
A statement issued by region staff says negotiations are ongoing between both sides.
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