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Canadian border agents ratify labor deal. The new agreement for the more than 9,000 represented employees runs through June 2026. Canadian border agents overwhelmingly ratified a new four-year labor agreement, the government of Canada and the Public Service Alliance of Canada and Customs and Immigration Union announced July 4. More than 90% of the members who cast ballots voted in favor of the new labor deal, which covers the period between June 2022 and June 2026. A spokesperson for the union would not disclose how many of the more than 9,000 represented members participated in the ratification vote. The union and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat reached a tentative four-year labor agreement on June 11, with the two sides reaching a consensus after nine days of mediated talks. The represented members of the Canada Border Services Agency had been working without a contract for two years. #CBSA #brorderservices #unionagreement #customscompliance https://lnkd.in/gcATEDxT

CBSA New - Customs Border Starting on April 10, 2024, more than 9,000 members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) will be conducting a nationwide strike vote. These are members who work at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). While strike votes are underway, PSAC and CBSA will hold Public Interest Commission (PIC) hearings on April 10 and 22 with the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. Following the PIC hearings, the Commission will release non-binding recommendations to reach an agreement. If members vote in favor of a strike, PSAC will be in a legal strike position seven days after the board releases its report. For now, information about the impact of a strike remains limited; however, a strike is expected to affect non-essential CBSA operations. We will share further updates on this actively evolving situation as relevant new details are released. Thanks to notice LII buddies

If no deal is reached, CBSA set to strike across the country Friday: "Despite mediation this past Monday, the over 9,000 workers that are part of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) are set to begin job action as early as 4 PM on Friday, June 7th. As 90% of the frontline Border Services Officers are considered essential workers, the border will not close. However, labor action of this type has historically caused significant slowdowns at Customs, and you are encouraged to be patient as goods will continue to cross for the duration. Still, a strike of this magnitude will likely affect many border services. Delays can include, but are not limited to: - General processing times. - Trade programs - including drawbacks, rulings, and adjustments - BN/RM Activation and Registration - Physical crossings due to congestion"

9,000 members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) along with Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) are set to issue a strike vote starting April 10, 2024. PSAC stated they reached an impasse in bargaining back in September 2023 after nearly two years of negotiations. Members have been without a collective agreement since 2022. If PSCA/CBSA members vote in favor of a strike mandate, supply chains could see potential delays due to service interruptions at the Ports of Entry into Canada. Please see the below link from the Public Service Alliance of Canada Strike votes for over 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency begin April 10. https://lnkd.in/g3EsyrZJ Expeditors continues to correspond with CBSA and Brokers Association and will update through our regular channels.

5 April 2024 Strike votes for over 9,000 workers at Canada Border Services Agency begin April 10. Members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) who work at Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will be conducting a strike vote across the country starting April 10, 2024. While strike votes are underway, PSAC and CBSA are proceeding to Public Interest Commission (PIC) hearings April 10 and 22 with the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board. Following the PIC hearings, the commission will release its non-binding recommendations to reach an agreement. If members vote in favour of a strike mandate, PSAC will be in a legal strike position seven days after the board releases its report. This is an excerpt from the PSAC website, the full report can be viewed here.  The CSCB will continue to monitor this situation and provide updates to members. #CBSA #borderservices #customscompliance #export #import #strike

According to Supply Chain Dive, Canadian border agents will vote on a new four-year labor agreement with the government between June 20 and July 4. The union's negotiating committee has recommended ratifying the deal, which follows two years without a contract for the over 9,000 members of the Canada Border Services Agency. #imports #supplychain

Sharing an article about the potential work-to-rule action by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). As someone who works in the freight/brokerage industry, I'm interested in the potential impact on border crossing efficiency and trade. The article highlights the concerns surrounding this labor action and the need for a swift resolution. It raises important questions about the balance between labor rights and the need for efficient border operations. What are your thoughts on this situation? https://lnkd.in/ebiS2iyn

Over 9,000 workers at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) are poised to strike as early as Thursday, June 6, following the release of the Public Interest Commission (PIC) report. The report outlines key recommendations for a settlement, but the clock is ticking for potential job action. CBSA personnel, represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the Customs and Immigration Union (PSAC-CIU), voted 96% in favour of striking earlier this month. Mediated negotiations with the Treasury Board and CBSA start June 3, and there is hope for a renewed mandate to address the key issues and avoid a strike. Mark Weber, Customs and Immigration Union National President emphasizes, “Taking job action is always a last resort, but the overwhelming support for our strike mandate – with 96% of our members in favour – shows that we are prepared to do whatever it takes to win a fair contract.” At Radius Logistics, we understand the critical impact this potential strike could have on your shipments. We are keeping a close eye on this situation and will keep you informed of any developments. Stay tuned for updates. #CBSA #StrikeAlert #LogisticsNews #SupplyChain

🚧🔔 Update on CBSA Mediation Talks! 🔔🚧 The Canada Border Services Agency workers have already secured a strike mandate and are in mediation with the Treasury Board. Good news for travellers ! The anticipated strike by over 9,000 Canadian border workers is put on hold as discussions continue! 🕊️✨ Here’s the latest: • Mediation Extended: Talks between the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) will continue until next Wednesday. 🤝 • Strike Postponed: No strike action will take place until at least after the ongoing mediation, with a temporary pause on potential disruptions at borders and airports. 🛫🚗 Keep updated as the situation evolves. Strike action could still occur depending on the outcomes next week. ⏳ Link to the article (Toronto Star) : https://lnkd.in/gaFsVGTw #CBSA #CanadaBorder #Strike #BorderUpdate #CanadianTravel #StayInformed #foreverhelpful #visasolutions4u

Will US-Canadian trade come to a standstill on Thursday? If so, freight transport & supply chains across North America will experience severe disruptions. Up to 9K workers at the Canada Border Services Agency may go on strike this week. https://lnkd.in/edh2UKmZ #freight #transportation #trucking #supplychains #supplychainnews