Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Village on the Ridge Employees Secure Improved Wages, Benefits with New Contract Ratifications Ridgetown, ON—Employees of Village on the Ridge Retirement Residence have ratified a three-year collective agreement that will provide wage and benefits increases, as well as improvements to the weekend premium. The 88 employees are represented by Southwestern Ontario Health Care and Service Workers Union, CLAC Local 303. The tentative settlement negotiated on their behalf was approved with overwhelming support. “It’s difficult in this climate to provide for a satisfactory settlement for all parties,” says Trish Douma, CLAC regional director. “Our members are dedicated to the community in which they serve and we are dedicated to improving their work lives.” CLAC Local 303 has represented the workers at Village on the Ridge since 1995. 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