There have been four strikes in our sector in the last year. These issues are province -wide and they are not going away. Other speakers included Region 2 vice-president Vic Vinerskis and NDP MPP Dave Christopherson. MPPs Marie Bountrogianni and Domenic Agostino sent greetings. Staff from neighbouring CCACs also turned out in support.
Money is at the root of the strike.
Wages at the CCAC are approximately 14 per cent below those of surrounding CCACs. Local president Pam Clark said Hamilton Wentworth is training workers who leave for better paying jobs elsewhere. That's why we're fighting powerfully for what should be our share, We're striking for a settlement that's honourable and fair. We know our cause is right. You can also support the strikers by attending a rally Oct. 28 as part of the Hamilton Health Coalition Day of Action on Health Care.