Canada's Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon has invoked federal powers to end labor disputes at the ports of Vancouver, Prince Rupert, and Montreal, mandating binding arbitration after strikes and lockouts disrupted supply chains. The Retail Council of Canada noted severe impacts on retail during a critical period, with recovery expected to take weeks. Approximately 20% of U.S. trade relies on these ports, and the ongoing disruptions risk damaging Canada's reputation for reliability in trade.
The Canadian government has intervened to end lockouts at the country's largest ports, following similar actions taken with railways in August. Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon invoked his authority under the Canada Labor Code, directing the matter to the Canada Industrial Relations Board for resolution through arbitration.
Labor strikes have paralyzed Canada's container ports, significantly disrupting U.S. trade, with the Port of Vancouver and Prince Rupert affected. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union's strike follows stalled negotiations, impacting vital supply chains ahead of the holiday season. Delays in rail and cargo processing are expected to exacerbate existing logistics challenges, as the U.S. relies heavily on these ports for imports.
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