Vancouver Airport Janitors Suspend Strike After Tentative Agreement Reached
The union and employer reached a deal, halting planned Christmas Eve picket lines as workers prepare to vote on the proposal.
- Janitors at Vancouver International Airport have been on strike since Thursday, demanding higher wages after being without a contract since September.
- The union, SEIU Local 2, represents 233 janitors responsible for cleaning nearly all areas of the airport, including terminals and secured zones.
- A tentative agreement was reached between the union and Alpine Building Maintenance, leading to the cancellation of planned picket lines on Christmas Eve.
- Union members will vote on the proposed deal; if ratified, the strike will officially end.
- Details of the agreement have not been disclosed and will remain confidential until after the union vote.