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Montreal dockworkers announce second strike against Termont container terminals

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In a new pressure tactic episode of a prolonged waterfront labour conflict, the SCFP 375 union representing 1,200 longshoremen at the Port of Montreal today announced an “unlimited strike” starting Thursday at ll a.m. at the two container terminals operated by Termont unless an agreement is reached beforehand. This  follows a 24-hour work stoppage at […]

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Montreal Port Authority signs a strategic decarbonization partnership with SOFIAC  

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In a bid to enhance energy efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint, the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) has entered into a strategic partnership with SOFIAC, an investment fund specializing in decarbonization. SOFIAC will support the MPA in a comprehensive energy efficiency project that has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its operational buildings

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Maritime employers and Montreal longshoremen reject minister’s proposal for new mediator

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The waterfront labour conflict at the Port of Montreal has remained clouded in uncertainty after the Maritime Employers Association and the union representing 1,200 longshoremen rejected a proposal by  federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon for a new, special mediator to work with both sides to advance deadlocked negotiations. He had proposed last week a 90-day

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Canadian government investing $38 million in St. Lawrence port infrastructure projects

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Sorel, QC –  The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, Anita Anand, today announced up to $38 million for seven projects under the National Trade Corridors Fund. These investments will reduce capacity constraints and bottlenecks, making it easier for goods to move quickly. By enhancing infrastructure and improving efficiency, these investments will also support economic

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