Ontario Science Centre workers and management have reached a new collective agreement that will see them through the next 5 years. This agreement is a result of several months of negotiations between the two parties.
The Ontario Science Centre is a public science museum located in Toronto, Ontario. It has been a popular destination for people of all ages since its opening in 1969. The centre is home to numerous permanent exhibits, as well as temporary exhibits that change on a regular basis.
The Science Centre Collective Agreement covers approximately 250 employees. Some of the key elements of the agreement include wage increases for both full-time and part-time employees, improvements to vacation time, and a new system for seniority.
One of the main issues that was discussed during the negotiations was the wage scale. The new agreement includes a 2% wage increase in each of the next five years. This means that by the end of the agreement, employees will be earning 10% more than they were at the start.
Another key element of the agreement is the improvement to vacation time. Employees will now be entitled to 4 weeks of vacation after 5 years of service, and 5 weeks of vacation after 10 years of service. This is a significant improvement from the previous agreement, which only allowed for 3 weeks of vacation after 5 years of service.
The new system for seniority is also a significant change from the previous agreement. Under the old system, seniority was based on the length of time an employee had worked at the Science Centre. Under the new system, seniority will be based on a combination of length of service and job performance. This will allow for the promotion of employees who have demonstrated exceptional performance, regardless of their length of service.
The Ontario Science Centre Collective Agreement is an important document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of both workers and management at the Science Centre. It ensures that workers are fairly compensated for their hard work and dedication, and guarantees that the Science Centre will continue to offer visitors high-quality exhibits and experiences.
In conclusion, the new Ontario Science Centre Collective Agreement is a positive step forward for both employees and management. By providing fair compensation and benefits, as well as a new system for seniority, this agreement ensures that the Science Centre will continue to attract and retain talented workers, and deliver excellent experiences to its visitors.