Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Tight Line Construction Employees Unanimously Ratify First CLAC Agreement with Wage, Pension, and Benefits Gains Local 53 Ratifications Construction NORTH BAY, ON—Employees of Tight Line Construction Ltd., a construction company based in North Bay, Ontario, unanimously ratified their first collective agreement with CLAC, securing wage increases, employer pension contributions, and comprehensive health benefits. The employees are represented by Construction Workers Union, CLAC Local 53. The union started representing the company's employees in October 2026. The three-year collective agreement, effective October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2029, provides wage increases of four percent in both 2027 and 2028, along with a new pension plan that includes a four percent employer contribution and the option for voluntary employee contributions. The agreement also introduces a comprehensive health benefits package, including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental coverage, mental health supports, and paramedical services. Employees will also receive $75,000 in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. "This is our first contract with Tight Line Construction Ltd., and I am happy that we are able to provide our new members with an excellent pension, benefits, and so much more," says Matt Walchuk, CLAC representative. Tight Line Construction Ltd. has provided industrial and commercial construction services for more than 30 years. Based in North Bay, the company works on a wide range of industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) construction projects throughout Ontario. You might be interested in AgeCare London Nurses Secure Wage Increases, Higher Premiums, and Paid Reporting Time 14 Oct 2026 CLAC Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Stevenson Place Residents and Workers 13 Oct 2026 Making Room for People to Thrive 13 Oct 2026 Spend Today and Save for Tomorrow 13 Oct 2026