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Striking ground crew members blocking traffic at Toronto Pearson airport

Members of Teamsters Local 419 voted to go on strike Thursday evening. Workers picketed in front of the departures entrance at Toronto Pearson International Airport's Terminal 3. Cindy Pom / Global News

Striking ground crew members are causing traffic delays at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Sunday afternoon.

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Peel Regional Police tweeted for people to avoid the area if possible, but passengers who need to get to the airport should give themselves extra time to arrive.

Police are advising everyone to continue to abide by the “rules of the road” and the direction of the officers on scene, as they help to get traffic through to the airport.

READ MORE: Striking Pearson airport ground crew workers vote overwhelmingly to reject offer from Swissport

“In no circumstances is it advised to leave the safety of your vehicle and walk to the airport while travelling on the highway,” said the tweet.

“Please remain in your vehicle.”

About 700 baggage handlers, cabin cleaners, and other ground crew employed by Swissport at Torontos Pearson International Airport have been on strike since late July.

Workers have complained of scheduling issues, a wage freeze and a lack of respect from Swissport for their work. The union said it is also fighting benefit cuts by Swissport.

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With files from The Canadian Press

 

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