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Montreal IKEA employees go on strike, call for higher pay raises | CBC News

CBC Montreal05.03.2025
Montreal IKEA employees go on strike, call for higher pay raises | CBC News
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TL;DR
IKEA workers in Montreal have gone on strike due to unresolved issues over wage increases. The union representing the employees is seeking wages that reflect inflation and address cost-of-living concerns. Despite negotiations, IKEA and the union have not yet agreed on a new contract, leading to the strike action. The strike highlights broader labor concerns about fair compensation in the context of rising living costs.

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