The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU) have reached a tentative agreement, potentially ending a month-long labour disruption. The deal was secured after an intense final round of bargaining, with the union planning a ratification vote over the weekend, aiming for a return to work on Monday. Terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.
WSIB and Ontario Compensation Employees Union reach tentative deal after ‘marathon session’
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU) have reached a tentative agreement, potentially ending a month-long labour disruption. The deal was secured after an intense final round of bargaining, with the union planning a ratification vote over the weekend, aiming for a return to work on Monday. Terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.
Trending- 1 Labour disruption began more than a month ago
- 2 Intense final round of bargaining took place through Friday and Saturday morning
- 3 Tentative agreement reached Saturday morning
- 4 Union plans to meet with members later Saturday
- 5 Vote to be conducted over the remainder of the weekend
- 6 Hope for return to work on Monday
- Potential end to the labour disruption
- WSIB expects its full team to return within 24 hours of a successful ratification vote
- Continued support for Ontarians who need WSIB services
- Meaningful improvements and immediate relief for WSIB staff (as stated by the union)
What: The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU) reached a tentative labour agreement.
When: Saturday afternoon (July 5, 2025), following a 'marathon session' through Friday and into Saturday morning. The union plans a vote over the remainder of the weekend, with a hopeful return to work on Monday.
Where: Ontario, Canada (WSIB provides services across Ontario).
Why: To end a month-long labour disruption and ensure continued support for Ontarians who depend on WSIB services. The union believes the deal includes critical progress and immediate relief for workers.
How: Through an intense final round of bargaining between WSIB and OCEU representatives.