New three-year agreement reached between Quinte West, CUPE Local 799.3

Quinte West City Council has voted to ratify a new three-year collective agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 799.3, the...

Quinte West City Council has voted to ratify a new three-year collective agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 799.3, the union representing more than 145 inside and outside workers. Council’s ratification follows a vote to ratify the contract by CUPE 799.3 members on Monday. Highlights of the three-year agreement include; - A 3-per cent per year wage increase, totalling 9-per cent over the next three years.

- Enhancements to shift premiums including increases to on-call and call-to-work rates. - Increases to health benefits including enhanced vision and dental coverage. The agreement was reached after extensive collective bargaining following the expiry of the previous collective agreement on March 31, 2026.

City officials say the renewed agreement provides stability for employees, the organization and the community over the next three years and reinforces Quinte West’s commitment to being a great place to work, live and play.