CUPE 2484 members at Ideal Child Service Group preparing to strike Monday

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire CUPE 2484 members at Ideal Child Service Group preparing to strike MondayAuthor of the article:TORONTO — Child care workers at Ideal Child Service Group (ICSG) represented by CUPE Local 2484 are preparing to be on strike as of Monday, October 5 if the employer does not return to the bargaining table to negotiate a fair collective agreement.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 workers provide essential care and education to children at five ICSG locations across Toronto. They are fighting for fair wages, better working conditions and the resources they need to deliver quality child care.“Our members would much rather be at work supporting the children and families that rely on the care they provide at ICSG instead of being on a picket line, but they simply cannot accept working conditions that fail to recognize the important work they do every day,” said Jess Tomas, President of CUPE Local 2484. “We are ready to keep negotiating, but the employer needs to come back to the table and work toward a fair agreement before Monday so children and families will not face interruption.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.The union has raised concerns about wages that do not reflect the high cost of living in Toronto, protections for workers who become sick or injured, and current staffing practices that can affect consistency and continuity for children.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“Parents deserve the best for their kids, not just the bare minimum,” said Tomas. “Quality child care depends on experienced educators who can afford to stay in their jobs and have the time and support to do their work well. Fair working conditions and fair wages are an investment in children, families and our community.”CUPE 2484 is urging ICSG management and its Board of Directors to return to negotiations, provide the financial information needed for fair bargaining, and work with the union to reach an agreement that avoids a strike.View source version on businesswire.com: For more information, contactThis 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. 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