Unifor members at High Liner Foods ratify strong new collective agreement

LUNENBURG, NS, Nov. 10, 2026 /CNW/ — Approximately 260 Unifor members at High Liner Foods in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, have ratified a new collective agreement, securing significant wage increases and improvements to working conditions.

“This agreement delivers meaningful improvements for workers at High Liner Foods, recognizing the value of their work and strengthening important protections and benefits,” said Unifor Atlantic Regional Director Jennifer Murray. “Members stood together with a clear set of priorities, and their solidarity helped secure this strong deal.”

The agreement includes general wage increases of 3.5% in the first year, 3% in the second year and 3% in the third year, along with increases to premiums and safety boot allowances. Members also negotiated an increase to four paid sick days, improved language supporting union committees and long-sought improvements to compensation for bargaining committee members while negotiating with the employer.

“This agreement reflects the hard work and commitment of our members, who stood together throughout the bargaining process,” said Amanda Wentzell, Unit Chair and Unifor Local 1944 Vice-President. “I’m proud of what we were able to accomplish, and grateful to everyone who supported the process and helped get us to this point.”

The agreement was ratified with 80% support. Although the previous collective agreement remains in effect until December 31, 2026, members will begin receiving their negotiated wage increase on November 22.

Unifor is Canada’s largest union in the private sector, representing 320,000 workers in every major area of the economy. The union advocates for all working people and their rights, fights for equality and social justice in Canada and abroad and strives to create progressive change for a better future. 

SOURCE Unifor