QUEBEC CITY – A 24-hour strike by unionized workers will affect operations at 39 private assisted-living facilities in Quebec Wednesday.
The union has accepted recommendations from a tribunal on which essential services to provide during its labour action.
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As a result, all employees will be present but will only work 90 per cent of their usual schedule.
The Syndicat québécois des employées et employés de service union said the strike will work on rotation in order to ensure continuity of care and visitors will still have access to the facilities.
Members are seeking a minimum wage of $15 per hour.
A news conference is planned at 10:30 a.m. to provide an update on the situation.
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