The collective agreement between UPSE and Whisperwood Villa will not expire until July of 2026. However, the employer agreed to reopen the current agreement for a discussion on wages. The UPSE bargaining team met on August 12 for negotiations with the employer and a tentative deal was reached.
Ratification kits will be mailed out as soon as possible so the membership can vote on the package. Returned ballots will be counted at 1:00 pm on Friday, September 6, 2024. UPSE will also have a ballot box located at the worksite on Thursday, September 5 from 2:00 pm until 4:30 pm for those who want to cast their ballot at work.