Approximately 2,500 Via Rail workers, represented by Unifor, have voted 97.5% in favor of a strike mandate, with negotiations ongoing and a potential strike date of June 22 following a 21-day cooling-off period. While a strike is not imminent and negotiations may continue, any resulting work stoppage could significantly disrupt Via Rail services, with cancellations and refunds available for affected passengers. Travelers are advised to monitor updates through Via Rail’s Train-Alert service and direct communications regarding reservation modifications or cancellations due to a strike.
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