Markham, ON – IAM Union members of IAM Local 235 at Markham Acura ratified a new 2-year agreement. Language improvements include preferred promotion for internal applicants and to holiday pay. Economic progress was made with the introduction of a tool allowance, a new bonus structure for technicians and service advisors, increases to the boot allowance, and general wage increases. “The Negotiations Committee of James Kerr and Muhittin Ciplak did a great job for their members”, said District 78 Directing Business Representative Eric Johnston.
Markham Acura is a full sales and service auto dealership located in Markham, ON. The IAM members consist of mechanics, service technicians, service advisors, lot personnel, valets, and parts personnel.
The IAM represents more than 1500 members employed in the automotive sector across Canada, including Vancouver Island, the lower mainland of British Columbia, Edmonton, Calgary, Fort Frances, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Toronto, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador.
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For more information:
Eric Johnston, Directing Business Business Representative
IAM District 78
