MONTREAL – About 2,500 ambulance paramedics in Quebec are on strike.
But it’s a symbolic walkout since they fall under the essential services law.
The strike began on Christmas eve at 6 p.m. following a breakdown in contracts talks on Sunday.
Get breaking National news
For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
The paramedics have been without a contract since 2010 and money is the main issue in the labour dispute.
Of those on strike, more than 800 work with Urgences Sante, which covers Montreal and Laval.
David Sasson, the chief of communications for Urgences Sante, says all emergency services will be maintained at 100 per cent during the symbolic strike. (CJAD)
- Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariff on aircraft sold to U.S.
- Stepfather of two missing N.S. kids charged with sexual assault of adult, forcible confinement
- Canadians have billions in uncashed cheques, rebates. Are you one of them?
- Gun buyback not hurt by some provinces, police refusal to help: minister
Comments