Sunday, August 18, 2019 BC Transportation Ratifications Locals Local 66 Newsletters Sectors Transportation and Warehousing Gallant Trucking (2013) Ltd Local 66 members employed by Gallant, based in Kamloops, ratified a 4-year agreement providing them with improvements to the benefits plan and retirement savings. Up to $1,500/yr. of members’ voluntary RSP contributions will be matched by the employer. Gallant is a family-owned business specializing in residential and commercial water hauling. Lomak Bulk Carriers Corp. The 156 Local 66 members employed by Lomak, based in Prince George, voted 98% in favour of a new 5-year agreement providing them with a 10% total increase in wages over the life of the agreement, with a $500 bonus for all employees in the 2nd year. Employees’ RSP contributions will be moved to CLAC’s plan, with the introduction of a 1% matching pension contribution. In addition, employees will see significant improvements to their benefits, with an increase to employer-paid benefits coverage. Each employee will also receive a new $300/yr. healthcare spending account, with incremental increases over the life of the agreement. Other gains include the introduction of a tool allowance for shop employees, an increase to the work-wear allowance, improvements to vacation scheduling language and dispatch scheduling procedures, and additional coverage for medical examinations. You might be interested in Standing Your Ground, and Staying Steady on the Job 4 Jun 2026 CLAC Partners with Alberta Government to Advance Skilled Trades Training and Accelerate Certification 4 Jun 2026 Strathcona Mechanical Workers Ratify New Agreement Providing Wage, Scheduling Improvements 3 Jun 2026 Ready to Deliver 3 Jun 2026