Halifax, NS – The Halifax Port Authority would like to congratulate the Council of International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) Locals and the Halifax Employers Association for the successful ratification of a tentative new labour contract.

“We are pleased to see continued positive labour relations in the Port of Halifax ,” said Karen Oldfield, President and CEO, Halifax Port Authority. “The dedicated, hard-working men and women working in our port community are vital to all port users and help contribute greatly to the overall regional economy.”

Union groups which make up the ILA in Halifax include the Halifax Longshoremen’s Association Local 269, The Halifax Freight and Steamship Checkers’ Union, Local 1341, and The Halifax Gear Repair and Maintenance Men Local 1825.