The St. Lawrence Seaway strike has led to various industry groups calling for a swift resolution. In Manitoba, farmers are left worrying about the fate of their grain and exports.
A container ship is loaded in the Port of Montreal, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. About 350 union workers walked off the job on Oct. 22, closing the St. Lawrence Seaway to any imports or exports.Manitoba farmers are contending with growing concerns following a strike at the St. Lawrence Seaway, leaving the trade route closed since the weekend.depend on selling their products in a timely manner.
This latest labour disruption comes as the economy is still feeling the impacts of the Port of Vancouver strike this summer. Various industry groups have called for a quick resolution. But if the flow of grain halts completely, the global economy may feel it as well. According to Prentice, it’s never a good thing when exports get stopped.
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