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What happens after the Strike Mandate Vote?
Your negotiating committees will continue to meet with the employer in an attempt to reach a fair contract, and will continue to provide updates on negotiations and preparations for any potential strike.
When could we be on strike?
After a successful strike mandate vote, your negotiating committees may choose to file a “no-board” report, which starts a 17-day countdown. After the 17th day, we will be in a legal strike position and your committee may choose to call a strike. Much more information will be shared well in advance of that date.
Can I get in trouble for participating in a strike or strike vote?
No. Strike votes are confidential, and your right to strike is legally protected under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. It is against the law for management to discipline members for engaging in a lawful strike (or in any union activity!). Your union will support you if any such action is taken by management. Following the end of a strike all employees return to work.
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How much is strike pay?
In the case of a strike, it’s imperative all employees stop reporting to work and engage in strike duties (like picketing). You will receive strike pay for engaging in 20 hours/week of strike duties. Strike pay is not taxable income, and will be provided by cheque.
Strike pay for members is $500/week ($350 from CUPE National Strike Fund + $150 from our Local Strike Fund)
Any questions not answered in this FAQ? Call or text our strike committee hotline at (647) 905-6030 or email strike@cupe3261.ca.
This page last updated October 13 2025