June 29, 2024 – There has not been much information on the potential rail strike. Here is the latest update from CPKC:

“We are still awaiting a decision from the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) regarding the Federal Minister of Labour’s referral on the maintenance of activities during a strike or lockout. We know our supply chain stakeholders want certainty regarding the expected timing of a CIRB decision and potential work stoppage; however, it remains unclear when the CIRB will issue a decision. Based on precedent, it is unlikely the parties will be in a position to initiate a legal strike or lockout before mid-July or later. In any event, a legal strike or lockout cannot occur unless a minimum of 72 hours’ notice is provided under the Canada Labour Code. CPKC has requested that the CIRB extend the cooling-off period for 30 days after the date on which the CIRB issues its decision. This would help provide stability and predictability regarding the timelines for a potential work stoppage and allow all stakeholders to plan for such an eventuality. CPKC’s offer to resolve the current labour dispute with the TCRC through binding interest arbitration in order to avoid a damaging and entirely unnecessary work stoppage remains on the table, as do CPKC’s two collective agreement proposals."