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Corner Brook locks out 24 civic-centre workers during talks

By Drooid · Oct 21, 2026, 3:28 PM UTC · How we work

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Corner Brook city locked out 24 civic-centre workers during contract negotiations.
Mayor Linda Chaisson proposed a 12% wage increase over four years, matching nearby towns.
CUPE president Sherry Hillier said the lowest wage is $16.99/hour, far below the $24.85 living wage.
City officials warned they cannot risk instant walkouts and need time to shut down heating.
Volunteers from community groups collected belongings while programming at the centre paused.

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Corner Brook city locked out 24 civic-centre workers during contract negotiations.
Mayor Linda Chaisson proposed a 12% wage increase over four years, matching nearby towns.
CUPE president Sherry Hillier said the lowest wage is $16.99/hour, far below the $24.85 living wage.
City officials warned they cannot risk instant walkouts and need time to shut down heating.
Volunteers from community groups collected belongings while programming at the centre paused.