Unionized City of Abbotsford employees to get 4% pay increase as part of new labour deal
ABBOTSFORD — The City of Abbotsford has reached a two-year labour agreement with its unionized employees that will offer a pay increase of four per cent in the first year and 3.5 per cent in the second year.
The municipality says it has come to terms with Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 774 on a 2-year collective agreement for the period of January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026.
“Through this updated agreement, the City of Abbotsford will be able to continue providing the high-quality services our residents rely-on each day,” said Abbotsford City Manager, Peter Sparanese. “The City would like to thank the bargaining teams for their hard work, dedication and respectful negotiations. We are grateful to have come to an agreement that balances our employees’ needs with the City’s commitment to delivering sustainable essential services for our community.”
The agreement includes improved benefits and premiums, and wage increases of 4 per cent (4%) in the first year, and 3.5 per cent (3.5%) in the second year.
