Canada’s West Coast ports’ recent strikes were sparked by union demands for improved work conditions, including wages and concerns over automation, similar to those that recently affected the Port of Montreal. The intervention to end ongoing labor disputes at ports across Canada mandated unions to resume work. The current agreement terms have been extended and CIRB have been instructed by MacKinnon to maintain these terms until new agreements are finalized.

The Maritime Employers Association (MEA) has announced its commitment to resuming operations at the Port of Montreal as quickly as possible. They are actively working to restore activities, with ongoing updates on the negotiations progress available on the MEA’s website here.

Woodland Group are currently monitoring this situation and are aiming to ensure minimal impact on our customers’ supply chains. If you have any questions on your North American supply chain, please contact your Woodland representative or reach out to our team here.