Workers in technical services rejected the agreement, but those in finance and clerical positions approved it.
Air Canada workers split on new agreement
Workers in technical services rejected the agreement, but those in finance and clerical positions approved it.
These workers are employed by Associated Ambulance & Services (Whitecourt) Ltd. and could see improvements to wages and benefits.
The new collective agreement includes wage increases, preceptor pay, professional development leave, and improved domestic violence leave.
They ratified the new collective agreement last year, but it showed up in the provincial database just last month.
They have been waiting for a year and a half for a new contract, and this one has wage increases, health benefit improvements, and changes to leave of absences.
The tentative agreement includes a 12% raise over 4 years, increased personal days and flex spending account, and a new long-service premium.
Their tentative agreement includes a 12% wage increase, improved health benefits, a new minimum wage, and increased bereavement leave.
Several positions will also see market adjustment increases.
They also will get improvements to their health plan, pay premiums, and footwear allowance.
Workers voted over 85% in favour of wage increases, improved benefits, and new job classifications.