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Hamilton Spectator
15-07-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
CN Tower workers ratify new contract with employer, ending two-week lockout
TORONTO - The union representing hospitality workers at Toronto's CN Tower says members have voted to ratify a tentative agreement with the employer, ending a two-week lockout. Unifor Local 4271 members voted in favour of the new agreement with Canada Lands Company, the federal Crown corporation that owns and operates the iconic tourist attraction. The union represents more than 250 food and beverage workers at the CN Tower, including hosts, wait staff, bartenders, chefs, cooks, butchers and other hospitality employees. The workers were locked out just before Canada Day. The CN Tower says it's 'pleased' to have an agreement on the new contract, which means its food establishments will reopen on Tuesday. The union says the new three-year collective agreement includes significant wage improvements. It says workers who don't earn gratuities will receive annual increases of 4.25 per cent, while gratuity earners will see raises of four per cent in the first year, followed by 2.5 per cent in each of the next two years. The new agreement also includes improvements to health and dental benefits, gratuity policy and annual retirement allowances, the union said. 'This contract focuses on our members' priorities, including fair pay and better working conditions in one of Canada's top tourist destinations,' Unifor Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi said in a statement. Unifor is Canada's largest private-sector union, representing 320,000 workers across the country. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 14, 2025.
Toronto Sun
14-07-2025
- Business
- Toronto Sun
CN Tower workers ratify new contract with employer, ending two-week lockout
Published Jul 14, 2025 • 1 minute read More than 250 unionized food and beverage workers, who are unionized with UNIFOR, were locked out from their jobs by Canada Lands Company at the CN Tower on Monday June 30, 2025. (Jack Boland/Toronto Sun) Photo by Jack Boland / Jack Boland/Toronto Sun The union representing hospitality workers at Toronto's CN Tower says members have voted to ratify a tentative agreement with the employer, ending a two-week lockout. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Unifor Local 4271 members voted in favour of the new agreement with Canada Lands Company, the federal Crown corporation that owns and operates the iconic tourist attraction. The union represents more than 250 food and beverage workers at the CN Tower, including hosts, wait staff, bartenders, chefs, cooks, butchers and other hospitality employees. The workers were locked out just before Canada Day. CN Tower officials say it's 'pleased' to have an agreement on the new contract, which means its food establishments will reopen on Tuesday. The union says the new three-year collective agreement includes significant wage improvements. It says workers who don't earn gratuities will receive annual increases of 4.25 per cent, while gratuity earners will see raises of four per cent in the first year, followed by 2.5 per cent in each of the next two years. The new agreement also includes improvements to health and dental benefits, gratuity policy and annual retirement allowances, the union said. 'This contract focuses on our members' priorities, including fair pay and better working conditions in one of Canada's top tourist destinations,' Unifor Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi said in a statement. Unifor is Canada's largest private-sector union, representing 320,000 workers across the country. RECOMMENDED VIDEO NFL Editorial Cartoons Golf Uncategorized Golf
Winnipeg Free Press
14-07-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
CN Tower workers ratify new contract with employer, ending two-week lockout
TORONTO – The union representing hospitality workers at Toronto's CN Tower says members have voted to ratify a tentative agreement with the employer, ending a two-week lockout. Unifor Local 4271 members voted in favour of the new agreement with Canada Lands Company, the federal Crown corporation that owns and operates the iconic tourist attraction. The union represents more than 250 food and beverage workers at the CN Tower, including hosts, wait staff, bartenders, chefs, cooks, butchers and other hospitality employees. The workers were locked out just before Canada Day. The CN Tower says it's 'pleased' to have an agreement on the new contract, which means its food establishments will reopen on Tuesday. The union says the new three-year collective agreement includes significant wage improvements. It says workers who don't earn gratuities will receive annual increases of 4.25 per cent, while gratuity earners will see raises of four per cent in the first year, followed by 2.5 per cent in each of the next two years. The new agreement also includes improvements to health and dental benefits, gratuity policy and annual retirement allowances, the union said. 'This contract focuses on our members' priorities, including fair pay and better working conditions in one of Canada's top tourist destinations,' Unifor Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi said in a statement. Unifor is Canada's largest private-sector union, representing 320,000 workers across the country. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 14, 2025.
Global News
14-07-2025
- Business
- Global News
CN Tower lockout comes to an end, restaurant set to reopen
The CN Tower's restaurant is expected to reopen Tuesday as the lockout of unionized workers comes to an end with the ratification of a new deal. On Sunday, some 250 Unifor workers — ranging from chefs to wait staff — ratified a deal with the Canada Lands Company, ending a strike that began just before Canada Day. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The new three-year collective agreement will see a four per cent raise for workers who get tips next and 4.25 per cent for those who do not. Wages will rise 2.5 per cent for each of the following years. 'This victory shows what happens when workers stand together and refuse to settle for less,' Unifor national president Lana Payne said. 'These members kept the pressure on, raised their voices, and fought for the respect they've always deserved. This is what union power looks like.' Story continues below advertisement The CN Tower restaurant has been closed since the lockout began on June 30. It is expected to reopen to the public on Tuesday; the CN Tower itself was open throughout the strike.
CTV News
14-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
CN Tower workers to return after 2-week lockout
CN Tower workers will be back on the job Tuesday as a two-week lockout comes to an end. In a news release issued Sunday, the union representing the 250 food and beverage workers at the iconic Toronto landmark said its members voted to ratify a tentative agreement with Canada Lands Company, the Crown corporation that owns and operates the property. 'This victory shows what happens when workers stand together and refuse to settle for less,' Unifor National President Lana Payne said in a statement. 'These members kept the pressure on, raised their voices, and fought for the respect they've always deserved. This is what union power looks like.' The workers were locked out by Canada Lands Company on the eve of Canada Day after the deadline to reach a deal passed. The CN Tower's observation levels, EdgeWalk and shop remained open, but its restaurants and café were closed due to the labour disruption. Unifor previously said that its members had gone more than 15 years without improvements to their pension, while wages hadn't kept pace with inflation. Under a new, three-year collective agreement, non-gratuity workers will receive annual increases of 4.25 per cent and gratuity workers will see raises of 4 per cent in the first year, followed by 2.5 per cent in each of the next two years. Cooks at Le Café will see a $1.00 per hour raise and utility attendants will get $0.50 more per hour. Unifor said the agreement also enhances benefits across health, dental, and vision care, increases coverage for hearing aids and safety shoes, and reduces the wait time for part-time employee benefits from two years to one. 'This dispute wasn't just about money—it was about dignity and our future,' Shan Ramanathan, Unifor Local 4271 president, said. 'Our members take pride in the world-class experience we deliver at the CN Tower. Now, they'll return to work with a deal that reflects their value.' In a statement posted to social media, the CN Tower said it was 'thrilled' to have reached an agreement with its workers. 'Labour disruptions are challenging for all parties, including the public, and we are grateful for the professionalism shown by all our employees even in such circumstances. We thank our guests and our neighbours for their patience, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to enjoy the full range of experiences the CN Tower has to offer,' a spokesperson for the site said. Food and beverage services are expected to return starting Tuesday.
