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CN and TCRC Union Bargaining Updates

Find the latest on bargaining updates between CN and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) union here.

TCRC represents approximately 6,000 conductors, conductor trainees, yard coordinators and locomotive engineers across CN’s network in Canada. The collective agreement expired on December 31, 2023 and will be extended under Canadian law until the parties reach an agreement.

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Collective Bargaining Process Explained

Under the Canada Labour Code, the collective bargaining process is a prescribed process to help employers and unions achieve meaningful improvements through negotiation.

As CN continues collective bargaining with the TCRC, it is important TCRC-represented CN employees, as well as CN partners, are aware of this process, to better understand how it works and what it means – for our people and operations – at every step of the way.

At CN, we believe transparency and clarity are critical to building a stronger, united workplace that keeps our people at the forefront of everything we do.

You can expect ongoing updates as we work through negotiations with the union representing CN’s conductors, conductor trainees, yard coordinators and locomotive engineers.

Latest Updates

July 12, 2024 — The Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) has provided an update on the timing of their decision regarding the Minister of Labour’s referral about the question of essential services.

The CIRB has advised CN that they intend to make that decision by August 9, 2024, and that in the event a decision is not made by August 9, they will provide another update.

We recognize that the prolonged negotiations are creating uncertainty, and we are working towards providing as much predictability as possible to our employees, customers and partners.

No work stoppage can occur until either party files the required 72-hour notice after the CIRB issues its decision, subject to any extension of the cooling off period that may be ordered by the CIRB.

Since the beginning of the negotiations, our goal has always been and continues to be to negotiate in good faith with the TCRC to reach a mutually beneficial agreement that maintains safety and stability for our team, our customers, and North American supply chains.