TNRD – Regional district, CUPE reach new two-year collective agreement

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District and CUPE Local 900 have ratified a new two-year collective agreement that runs until Dec. 31, 2025.

The contract includes a four per cent pay scale increase as of Dec. 31, 2023, as well as a four per cent wage increase retroactive to Jan. 1, 2024, and a 3.5% wage increase Jan. 1, 2025.

In a news release issued today (April 24, 20240), the TNRD said other highlights include flexible work scheduling options for employees and modernizing the terms of the labour management committee. The parties also agreed on several updates to language.

“This agreement was reached amicably, professionally, and respectfully, and proves the strong working abilities between the TNRD and CUPE,” said TNRD Board Chair Barbara Roden.

“The agreement is acceptable for all parties, and it provides certainty for our CUPE staff members. The board also appreciates the hard work of TNRD staff to reach a fair agreement.”

CUPE Local 900 President Ken Davis echoed the sentiment, saying “We are very pleased with the outcome of this bargaining round. The cooperation, understanding, and professionalism shown by the TNRD bargaining team was exemplary.

 “We feel the end result is an agreement that both parties are happy with, and one that leaves our members feeling respected and valued.”

The TNRD has about 40 CUPE staff members in the organization in departments such as building services, community and emergency services, fire protection, finance, general administration, legislative and GIS services, planning, utilities, the Thompson-Nicola Film Commission.