May 5, 2023

Dear Member;

Since our last update on April 28th, the bargaining committees met on May 2 -3.  On the afternoon of May 3rd, and as anticipated Manitoba Hydro forwarded their final offer to take to the membership for a vote.  I can share some of the main monetary details of the offer, which are:

• 2022 - 1.75%
• 2023 - 1.5%
• Term of Contract - Feb 5, 2022-December 31,2023
• 1- time service recognition of $1000 (not applicable to students)

Over the next week, our committee will seek clarification on the remaining items and terms of the offer and hope to get a response from the corporation on any issues raised.  Once we receive clarification from Manitoba Hydro, we will forward the complete offer to the membership with commentary on each item and a recommendation to either accept or reject the offer.  We hope to get information to the membership as early as May 26th and have a conclusion on the status of the vote by May 30th.  At the conclusion of the vote, we will remain committed to pursuing the direction and wishes of the membership.

Thank you for your support.

In solidarity,

Business Manager
IBEW Local Union 2034