End to Fraser Valley bus strike may be in sight as union recommends accepting mediator's proposal

The union representing transit workers in B.C.’s eastern Fraser Valley says it is asking its members to accept a mediator’s recommendations to end a months-long strike.

A bulletin on Monday from CUPE Local 561 president Randy Kootte says the union’s bargaining committee has notified employer First Transit that it will recommend members accept special mediator Vince Ready’s proposal for putting an end to the job action.

“This has been one of the longest transit strikes in B.C. history. If the employer accepts the recommended terms of settlement, we will work quickly to get the buses back on the road as soon as possible. In the meantime, all picketing will continue until

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