Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon is proposing a special mediator in contract talks at the Port of Montreal for a three-month period to prevent strikes and lockouts. The offer includes a 90-day freeze on work stoppages, with both union and management given until Friday to accept or reject. Nearly 1,200 dockworkers have already launched an indefinite strike over scheduling issues, impacting operations at the port.
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Herschel Walker tabbed as ambassador to Bahamas
Herschel Walker, former NFL player and unsuccessful U.S. Senate candidate in Georgia, has been named by Donald Trump as the next U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas. The President-elect praised Walker's success in business and philanthropy, as well as his football career, and their long-standing relationship dates back to Walker's time playing for a team owned by Trump. Walker's confirmation will be required by the Senate next year, where Republicans hold the majority. Full Article
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