Unifor and GM Remain Far Apart in Contract Talks Ahead of Looming Deadline

Unifor head says "major issues" remain in contract talks with GM ahead of Monday deadline

Points of contention include treatment of temporary workers, health benefits for retirees, and commitment to future programs at Oshawa and St. Catharines plants

Unifor seeking to match deal secured with Ford, including significant wage increases over 3 years

GM has shown "resistance" on replicating Ford deal, according to Unifor president

With deadline nearing, union says "major issues left unresolved" in talks with automaker