TORONTO, May 30, 2018 /CNW/ - The Iron Ore Company of
Canada (IOC) announced yesterday
(see attached Media Statement) that the USW Local 9344 in Sept-Îles
voted to accept the offer presented by IOC and the union
representatives.
Media Statement
Iron Ore Company of Canada –
Agreement Reached in Sept-Iles
29 May, 2018
IOC is pleased to advise that the members of the USW local 9344
in Sept Iles have concluded voting
today and have accepted the latest offer presented by management
and union representatives.
IOC believes that the agreement reached is a fair and equitable
agreement for all stakeholders.
"We are pleased with the outcome of this new agreement and it
highlights what we can accomplish when we work together on
solutions," said Clayton Walker,
President and CEO, IOC. "As we look ahead to safely returning to
work, we will focus on listening to each other more and finding
solutions together so that we can continue to build a stronger
business for the future."
The recently laid-off employees in Sept-Iles will be recalled to work as early as
Wednesday, May 30 2018 in accordance
with their regular work schedule and area before lay-off.
Safety remains our top priority.
For further information, please contact:
Media relations:
Rio Tinto Canada
Claudine
Gagnon
Tel.: +1 514-848-8151
claudine.gagnon@riotinto.com
Website: www.riotinto.com
IOC Communications & External
Relations
Heather
Bruce-Veitch
Tel: 709-944-8400 ext 8677
heather.bruce-veitch@ironore.ca
Website: www.ironore.ca
SOURCE Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation