Quebec childcare workers end protracted strike with 58% settlement
Monday, June 2, 2025, 1:22 pm
After a 13-day work stoppage impacting 400 childcare centers, Quebec’s early childhood educators have accepted a 58% agreement proposed by the government. The resolution, which ended prolonged industrial action, brings relief while leaving lingering debates about its overall adequacy in addressing long-standing sector concerns.
Ces syndiquées de la Fédération de la santé et des services sociaux avaient débrayé 13 jours depuis la fin janvier.
Le conflit avec les éducatrices des centres de la petite enfance est terminé. L’entente de principe a été adoptée à l’échelle nationale à 58 %.
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