Unions representing about 400,000 B.C. public sector workers are set to negotiate new contracts this year as the provincial government struggles with big deficits and the threat of Trump tariffs.
The BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) is the first to head into talks for contracts for about 34,000 provincial workers, from corrections staff to wildfire fighters to social workers. Negotiations began last month, with the current collective agreement expiring at the end of March.
Both sides are gearing up for difficult talks.
The provincial government says it must work toward balancing its budget as it grapples with a deficit, economic uncertainty and threats of U.S. tariffs.
Meanwhile, BCGEU head Paul
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