Friday, November 7, 2025 Kent Erie Glass & Lock Employees Vote Overwhelmingly in Favour of New Contract Local 53 Ratifications Construction CHATHAM, ON—Local 53 members employed by Kent-Erie Glass & Lock Inc. voted 88 percent in favour of ratifying a three year collective agreement providing them with significant wage increases and other improvements. The new contract provides employees with a 13.4 percent wage increase over the term and includes an improvement to the foreperson premium. In addition, members will now benefit from the introduction of paid personal days. Retirement and benefits provisions remain unchanged, maintaining consistency in key areas. The members, who are employed as architectural glass and metal technicians, work primarily at job sites in Chatham and Sarnia. “This new agreement rewards members for their skill and dedication,” says Ryan Griffioen, representative. “It reflects their hard work on the job and ensures continued fair compensation and stability for the years ahead.” You might be interested in #WomenWednesday - Shandora Threadgould 22 Jul 2026 The Power of Asking for Help 20 Jul 2026 How to Manage an Insecure Leader 16 Jul 2026 Heat of the Moment 13 Jul 2026