Further to a ruling by the Canadian Labour Relations Board (CLRB) last November 14, the Union representing Port of Montreal longshore workers (CUPE 375) and the Maritime Employers Association have mutually agreed to begin a 90-day mediation process.
The parties have agreed to retain the services of Gilles Chartrand, an experienced mediator with extensive knowledge of the industry. They have also agreed not to make any public statements with respect to the mediation process under way.