YORKTON - The City of Yorkton and CUPE Local 342 have come to an agreement on a new three-year contract.
The contract which runs through 2027 was unanimously approved by Yorkton Council at its regular meeting money.
The new collective agreement results in a base wage increase of $1.50 / hour effective Jan. 1, 2025 and three percent each year for the remaining two years (Jan. 1, 2026 and 2027), explained Gord Kennedy – Director of Human Resources with the city Monday.
“Additional incentives were also included in the agreement to encourage employees to attain further certification levels that are required for the safe, continuous and efficient operation of City services,” he added.
The new agreement includes the addition of updates to The Saskatchewan Employment Act, improved safety provisions, and continuation of a performance based compensation system that provides flexibility and support for services that are of value to the City and its citizens.
The previous collective agreement expired on Dec. 31, 2024.
The new deal was reached after seven days at the bargaining table, with negotiations coming to completion on Jan. 15, 2025.
