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Kootenay ferry strike ending Friday ahead of binding arbitration

The five-month strike of Kootenay Lake ferry workers will end due to a binding recommendation by a mediator, as announced by the B.C. General Employees Union .
Collective bargaining began in summer 2024 and led to a strike starting on November 3, reducing ferry service.
Special mediator Vince Ready was appointed to facilitate the bargaining process between the BCGEU and Western Pacific Marine.
BCGEU President Paul Finch expressed optimism about resolving remaining issues through the mediation process.

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