As the study of Bill n° 89 began on March 18, the Fédération indépendante des syndicats autonomes (FISA) is voicing serious concerns about the deep changes it proposes regarding labor relations. By redefining the concept of essential services and restricting the right to strike, this bill threatens to infringe on workers’ fundamental rights.
Despite the direct impact of this reform on the 6,000 workers it represents, FISA strongly regrets not being invited to participate in public consultations. This exclusion is particularly concerning as the reform could significantly alter the balance of collective bargaining in Québec.
In response to this situation, Réal Pleau, President of FISA, addressed the issue in an open letter to the media, highlighting the union’s concerns and urging the government to reconsider its approach.
This open letter has been widely shared in several media outlets, including Le Soleil, La Tribune, Le Droit, Le Quotidien and La Voix de l’Est.
To read FISA’s open letter or consult our brief on Bill 89, click here.