GM Canada Workers Go on Strike After Deal Talks Fail, Joining U.S. Action

Unifor union called a strike against GM in Canada after failing to reach a deal, impacting 4,300 workers at 3 plants.

The strike coincides with an ongoing strike by UAW workers against GM in the US.

Key issues include converting temporary workers to permanent status and healthcare allowance for retirees.

Unifor seeking written commitments from GM on future programs like electric drive units.

Came after Unifor ratified a deal with Ford that included a 10% wage increase in the first year.