Bank of Canada Again Ordered Not to Use Replacement Workers During Strike

The Bank of Canada has been ordered again not to use replacement workers during its security officers' strike. This is the second time this month that the bank has been told to comply with labor laws.

Security officers at the central bank went on strike in June after talks failed to secure a new collective agreement between the bank and the union. The Public Service Alliance of Canada, which represents the striking workers, called on the Bank of Canada to abide by the ruling and stop using replacement workers.

The Bank of Canada said it is disappointed in the decision and will consider all its legal options. It also maintained that it adhered to the Canada Labour Code and previous rulings by the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB).

Security officers at the bank's Ottawa office have been on strike for four weeks, while seven members are on strike in Montreal. The union has been fighting for a fair deal and respect for their right to strike.