Amazon has announced the closure of its seven warehouses in Quebec, leading to the layoffs of 1,700 workers. This decision comes shortly after employees at one facility successfully unionized and were nearing a collective bargaining agreement. The company claims the closures are unrelated to unionization efforts, citing operational efficiency as the reason. However, labor representatives view this as an attempt to undermine the newly formed union and avoid arbitration over working conditions. The union argues that the closures violate Quebec’s labor laws, labeling Amazon's actions as an anti-union campaign.
Amazon's closures in Quebec, affecting 1,700 workers, are being viewed by labor advocates as retaliation against unionization efforts, despite the company's claims to focus on operational efficiency.
François L'Écuyer's statement underscores the legal implications of Amazon’s decision, highlighting that it complicates ongoing negotiations and potentially violates the labor code regarding changes in working conditions.
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