Essex-Windsor paramedics, represented by CUPE 2974, reach tentative agreement and avoid a strike

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire Essex-Windsor paramedics, represented by CUPE 2974, reach tentative agreement and avoid a strikeAuthor of the article:WINDSOR, ON — Just four days before a possible strike, CUPE 2974 members and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EWEMS) have reached a tentative agreement following months of negotiations.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThe parties worked through the evening on Monday to finalize the agreement after EWEMS returned to the table willing to move on several outstanding issues.“This came down to the wire but ultimately we came to an agreement that will make a difference for paramedics, help our service, and enable the long-term health of emergency medical care in Essex-Windsor,” said James Jovanovic. “I’m proud of our members for holding firm and I’m happy to be bringing this deal back.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The tentative deal still must be ratified by both sides. CUPE 2974’s roughly 350 paramedics will begin voting on Thursday and will have until next Tuesday to cast ballots. EWEMS will vote tomorrow. No details of the tentative agreement will be released publicly until it has been fully presented to members and ratified by both parties.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“Paramedics showed we are willing to stand together and fight for what this profession needs,” said Jovanovic. “That solidarity, coupled with broad support from the community, gave our bargaining team the strength we needed to negotiate an agreement we will proudly recommend.”View source version on businesswire.com: For more information, please contact: CUPE Communications RepresentativeThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.