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The IBEW filed a complaint alleging CPKC is using contract workers to perform signal work during a strike, violating federal anti-scab legislation.

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Sudbury, Ont., Canada

Who
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) rail division, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. (CPKC), Patrick Waldron (CPKC spokesperson)
What
The IBEW filed a complaint alleging CPKC is using contract workers to perform signal work during a strike, violating federal anti-scab legislation.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:37:47 GMT · 3h 38m ago
Where
Sudbury, Ont., Canada ·
Why
The IBEW alleges that CPKC is using replacement workers, which took effect in June 2025, to maintain operations during an ongoing strike over wages and high turnover.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This dispute highlights tensions between unions and federally regulated employers regarding new anti-scab legislation in Canada, with potential implications for future labour relations and strike conduct across various key industries if the allegations are proven.

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