Here’s an overview of the latest developments since the publications issued
on December 17 and 20
THE PROCEDURES FOR ESSENTIAL SERVICES HAVE BEEN COMPLETED, WE’LL SOON HAVE THE RIGHT TO STRIKE
December 23 and 27: Legal arguments submitted concerning essential services to be
maintained in event of strike
January 8, 9, and 10: Reconciliation concerning essential services, at the Tribunal’s
request, with employers from the four university health centres
January 15: Judgment reserved by the Tribunal with respect to an upcoming ruling on the level of essential services in event of strike
NEGOTIATIONS CONTINUE, BUT WE'RE STILL FAR FROM AN AGREEMENT
January 15: Impasse at the negotiating table
January 23 and February 3: Continuation of “exploratory discussions” between the parties on less contentious aspects
NEXT STEPS
Tribunal’s ruling on essential services
Organization of general assembly information meetings
Organization of general assembly meetings for strike mandates
Meanwhile: Continue to express and display your dissatisfaction in training sites, using the visibility materials. You’ll be receiving new materials during the week of February 3. Stay alert, and be sure to update your mailing address via the FMRQ app or by writing to info@fmrq.qc.ca.
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