Negotiating as a unified interprovincial organization continues to pay dividends for members across the Carpenters’ Regional Council. Following success at the bargaining table in both Ontario and Alberta, British Columbia is now undergoing its annual bargaining period. Recent good-faith wage negotiations have secured meaningful increases and stronger compensation packages for members in the province, across multiple employers.
Wage Increases at a Glance
The following base wage increases were secured, with additional terms and premiums included in each contract to further enhance total compensation:
- CLR All-Employees C/I Agreement: $7.92 increase over 3 years
- HD Concrete: $3.75 increase over 2 years
- Copcan: $3.80 increase over 3 years
- Western Grater: $4.03 increase over 3 years
- Assa Abloy: $5.87 increase over 3 years
These bargaining outcomes reflect the CRC’s ongoing commitment to fair and progressive compensation for all members, regardless of sector or employer.
Pile Drivers Secure CPI-Protected Raises
Pile Drivers will see a 3.5% increase in the first year of their agreement. In years two and three, wages will rise in line with the British Columbia Consumer Price Index (CPI), with a guaranteed minimum annual increase of 3%. This CPI-based model ensures that members’ earnings keep pace with the cost of living.
