Local 514 Bargaining Update

Last week the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) and International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 continued with the Canada Industrial Relations Board hearing to address the union’s DP World (Canada) Inc. pay and manning proposal, which the BCMEA alleges to be illegal, constituting the union bargaining in bad faith. 

The CIRB hearing has concluded for the week and additional dates are required. The Parties are participating in a case management call this week.

At time of writing, neither Party has issued 72-hour notice of strike or lockout, nor have there been any labour disruptions. Regular cargo and passenger operations at British Columbia’s ports continue uninterrupted.  

The BCMEA and its members are deeply committed to protecting the stability and reliability of Canada’s Pacific Gateway. We recognize the tremendous uncertainty facing Canada’s supply chain and will continue to provide updates as appropriate.

Last updated: August 12 2024, 1:30 PM PT