Strong majority of LCBO workers vote to back strike if needed, union says
June 16, 2024
Workers at Ontario’s primary liquor retailer are one step closer to a potential strike after union members voted overwhelmingly in favour of a mandate to walk off the job.The said Saturday that 97 per cent of participating LCBO workers voted in favour of a strike.
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