OCEU President Harry Goslin to Join WSIB Strike Picket Line in Waterloo

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WATERLOO, Ontario — Harry Goslin, president of the Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750), will join striking Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) workers on the picket line outside the constituency office of NDP MPP Catherine Fife at 100 Regina St. S. in Waterloo on Thursday, June 26 at 10:00 a.m.

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His appearance follows a renewed call from the union for WSIB leadership to finalize a fair deal before Canada Day, as the strike by more than 3,600 frontline workers stretches over two months.

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  • Constituency office of MPP Catherine Fife — 100 Regina St. S., Waterloo

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“This strike cannot drag on any longer,” said Goslin. “The WSIB has delayed long enough. Our bargaining team is a fully empowered decision-making body. What’s missing is a mandate from WSIB leadership — especially the CEO — to finalize a deal and end this disruption.”

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These essential workers process injury claims, support safe return-to-work plans and deliver critical services to injured Ontarians. Despite repeated efforts by the union to reach a resolution, WSIB leadership has not tabled a final offer or allowed a member vote.

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“We’re calling on the WSIB to pull out all the stops and get this done before Canada Day,” said Goslin. “It’s time to finish the deal — and restore stability for injured workers across Ontario.”

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The union’s team remains ready 24/7 to reach a settlement. Meanwhile, system breakdowns and mounting service delays have underscored the impact of the ongoing strike.

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For more information, please contact:

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Bill Chalupiak

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CUPE Communications Representative

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416-707-1401

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