N.B. government locking out educational assistants, bus drivers and other education workers amid public-sector strike
The two CUPE locals are 1253 and 2745, which includes custodians, bus drivers, school library assistants and administrative support, and a number of educational assistants.
“We want to ensure families are able to plan ahead and not wonder what the next day will bring. This will help to establish as much stability and continuity of learning for New Brunswickers as we possibly can, which is why we are implementing this lock-out in our school system.” Higgs said he could use the province's Emergency Measures Act to force the employees back to work, but will take the next 24 hours to weigh his options.At least one COVID-19 vaccination clinic has been closed in Fredericton.
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