Government employees to cast their votes on the latest recommendations by Wednesday
The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) has commenced the voting process for a set of recommendations presented by mediator Peter Facinelli to both the provincial government and the union members. The voting, which began online last Friday, follows a week since the recommendations were presented.
The recommendations encompass a variety of changes, including the recognition of all provincially and federally named holidays, the implementation of new mental health supports, and the introduction of weekend shift premiums for evenings and nights while working overtime.
One significant aspect of the recommendations is a general salary increase of three per cent over a four-year period. However, the specific nature of the "more" mentioned in the text is not detailed.
Should the majority of members vote against the recommendations, a potential strike is on the horizon before September 9, as stated by the union. The timing or details of such a strike are yet to be disclosed.
The results of the vote may or may not be made public on Wednesday, when the voting process is scheduled to conclude. It is unclear whether the exact number of recommendations made by the mediator will be disclosed at that time.
The AUPE represents a diverse range of provincial workers, including those in law enforcement, social services, natural resources, and administrative staff.
If approved, the term of the agreement would be from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2028. News Edmonton, with Angela Amato as the reporter, is the specific source for this information.
