Staff at the Booth Centre, a Salvation Army homeless shelter in Ottawa's ByWard Market, represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a strike. The potential job action could occur if negotiations fail, with about 60 workers providing vital services for Ottawa's homeless community.
The union representing staff at the Salvation Army homeless shelter in Ottawa 's ByWard Market have voted in favour of a strike.
"These workers play a vital role in addressing issues of homelessness and addiction in our community." said Ruth Lau MacDonald, PSAC's regional executive vice-president for the national capital region in a news release on Monday.The Booth Centre provides a variety of services for those experiencing homelessness, addictions or mental health issues, including shelter space, long-term housing and addictions support.
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