Public transit services in Montreal are set to resume following the suspension of a month-long strike by maintenance workers. The strike, which involved approximately 2,400 workers at the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), was halted just before a proposed government intervention aimed at ending the labor dispute.
Details of the Suspension
The announcement came from the Syndicat du transport de Montréal, the union representing the affected maintenance staff. The strike suspension will take effect on Wednesday at 6 a.m.
Union’s Statement
The union emphasized that while it has made several concessions to facilitate negotiations, the STM has been unyielding. In their official communication, they highlighted the impact of the strike on the commuting public and expressed a commitment to securing fair financing for public transit operations.
- Union Size: 2,400 maintenance workers
- Strike Duration: One month
- Effective Resumption: Wednesday at 6 a.m.
Looking Ahead
With the strike suspended, talks between the union and STM will continue. The union hopes to achieve not only favorable working conditions but also sustainable funding for public transit services in Montreal.
More updates on this developing story are expected as negotiations progress.
