The City of Sarnia and Unifor Local 914 have ratified a three-year agreement for 51 Sarnia Transit staff.
In a news release, the city said the contract ensures transit workers are fairly compensated for the critical work they do, while maintaining affordability for taxpayers.
The new three-year deal, which covers January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027, includes a 3.1 per cent wage increase for 2025, 3.1 per cent for 2026, and 3.2 per cent for 2027.
The city said it reflects the impacts of inflation while maintaining their competitive wage position against comparable Ontario municipalities.
Unifor National Service Representative Gary Lynch commented on the deal.
"The Unifor National was pleased with the collaborative work done by both parties, Local 914's executive and the City of Sarnia bargaining team, which secured a successful minutes of settlement that was agreed to and presented for ratification and accepted by the membership of the transportation group for an additional three years," he said.
Sarnia Human Resources Manager Tammy Broer thanked local Unifor leadership and all their members for their support and collaboration through the bargaining process.
"The input from Unifor Local 914 was a key factor in achieving a contract that is affordable for taxpayers, while ensuring our Sarnia Transit employees are well supported and fairly compensated for their work in keeping our community moving and thriving,” she said.
The contract was approved by Sarnia City Council at its meeting on April 29.