September 16, 2021
Dear DH Local 112 members,
The following update is to advise members on the latest developments with negotiations between the union and the company.
As was mentioned yesterday, the union provided the company with a new bargaining offer seeking a response within 48 hours. The company did not respond to the offer within the 48-hour window and therefore the union has withdrawn the offer. However, the company did agree to a meeting between Brenda Allen from Longview and Unifor National President Jerry Dias. The meeting will take place on Tuesday afternoon in British Columbia.
The union filed an appeal of the Judge Myers injunction order on Wednesday September 15. The appeal seeks to challenge the extraordinarily restrictive picketing protocol imposed by the Judge. To be clear, the appeal process can be very lengthy. As a result, it is unlikely to have any impact on the current labour dispute with DH. However, this appeal was filed to make clear Unifor’s opposition to this restrictive protocol, and if successful, it may help protect workers right to picket in future labour disputes. In short, out of respect for our striking De Havilland members, Unifor determined the judge’s decision must be challenged.
Additional information will be provided as soon as possible. Your continued patience with the bargaining process is greatly appreciated as is your support and solidarity on the picket line and for your bargaining committee members.
In solidarity,
DH Bargaining Committee