Bombardier strike ends with new three-year collective agreement

John Turner, President of Unifor Local 112, commented on the new agreement: "What changed the outcome of these negotiations and brought a fair deal within reach was the unwavering support from our members on the picket lines. The historic gains we have made in this agreement would never have happened without strike action that showed the company our members would not back down until a fair deal was reached."

Maryellen McIlmoyle, President of Unifor Local 673, emphasized the importance of securing work ownership over the entire Global jet program: "It was essential that we secured work ownership over the entire Global jet program to protect our members’ jobs today and for the next generation of Bombardier aerospace workers. Bombardier members are dedicated and hard-working beyond measure."

The three-year agreement includes several benefits for union workers: a general wage increase of approximately 12.5% over its duration, additional pension contributions, and increased job security.

The strike occurred at Bombardier's newest facility in Toronto. This manufacturing facility opened in May after relocating operations from Downsview Airport (YZD). The new plant cost nearly $500 million to build and open. It houses manufacturing lines for the Global series aircraft—specifically models Global 5500, Global 6500, and Global 7500—with plans to include the Global 8000 once it is certified in expectedly in 2025.