City of Toronto Reaches Tentative Agreement with TCEU Local 416 – CUPE

Toronto, ON — The City of Toronto and the Toronto Civic Employees Union (TCEU) Local 416 – CUPE have reached a tentative four-year agreement following two months of collective bargaining. The deal was finalized two weeks before the current collective agreement was set to expire.

Representing approximately 5,600 outside workers, TCEU Local 416 plays a vital role in maintaining essential city services. Both parties described the agreement as fair, emphasizing the collaborative approach taken during negotiations.

Good news!
The #CityOfTO and TCEU Local 416 – CUPE (representing close to 5,600 outside workers) have reached a tentative 4-year agreement.
This milestone represents a true partnership that achieved an agreement 2 weeks before the current agreement expires.

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— City of Toronto (@cityoftoronto) December 16, 2024

“This tentative agreement demonstrates that the best outcomes are reached at the bargaining table,” said Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow in a statement. “TCEU Local 416 – CUPE employees play a critical role in keeping Toronto running, and this agreement pays respect to their contributions, while also providing value for money for Torontonians.”

The specifics of the agreement remain confidential until they are reviewed and ratified by both the union membership and Toronto City Council. These reviews are expected to take place later this week.

City officials highlighted the importance of balancing the recognition of the union’s contributions with the need to ensure fiscal responsibility for Toronto residents and businesses.

More details will be made public after the ratification process concludes.