Principle accord reached between Vidéotron and CFSP, approved by members
Videotron and SEVL-SCFP 2815 Reach Five-Year Collective Agreement
In a significant development for the telecommunications industry in Quebec, Videotron and the Syndicat des employés de Videotron, a local of the Syndicat canadien de la fonction publique (SCFP), have ratified a new five-year collective agreement. The agreement, which was approved by the union members in July 2025, will be in effect from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030.
The new collective agreement provides for annual wage increases of 4% for the first three years. For the fourth year, the wage increase will correspond to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) with a floor of 2% and a ceiling of 3%. The fifth year will see a 3% increase in salaries. These raises aim to protect the purchasing power of union members against inflation.
The agreement also secures improved vacation ratios, enhancing employees' time off benefits, although specific ratio details were not explicitly stated. Additionally, the contract includes enhancements to sick leave and personal leave provisions, contributing to better support for workers’ health and personal needs.
Pierre Karl Péladeau, president and CEO of Quebecor, highlighted the quality of dialogue established between the parties and the mutual respect, collaboration, and professionalism displayed. He emphasized that the agreement will allow Videotron to continue innovating and offering exceptional service to customers, further strengthening its position as an industry leader while maintaining favorable working conditions for their employees.
Roger Boudreau, president of SEVL-SCFP 2815, stated that significant wage increases, better vacation ratios, and improvements to sick and personal leave were obtained. He also mentioned that the union, which represents approximately 2,500 workers, including technicians and customer service and engineering employees, found the agreement satisfactory on both sides.
The negotiations for the new collective agreement began before the current one expired on December 31, 2025. The agreement ensures industrial peace for the entire duration of the new collective agreement during a period of transformation in the telecommunications industry. This collective agreement provides guaranteed wage increases, better vacation and leave benefits for the unionized employees, and establishes a stable industrial climate supporting both employee welfare and company competitiveness over five years.
The union is affiliated with the FTQ, particularly that of the "west region" (SEVL-SCFP 2815). The new collective agreement was ratified by the union members on a specific date, which is not specified in the paragraph. The agreement will help maintain Videotron's position as a leader and the best working conditions in the industry for their employees.
In the context of the telecommunications industry, the newly ratified five-year collective agreement between Videotron and SEVL-SCFP 2815, a union affiliated with the FTQ, includes financial commitments that contribute to their position as a leader. The agreement guarantees annual wage increases, aligning with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and ensuring employees maintain favorable purchasing power.
The development of this agreement also signifies a significant advancement in the business relationships within the industry, as demonstrated by the mutual respect, collaboration, and professionalism expressed by both parties. Through enhanced vacation ratios, sick leave, and personal leave provisions, the agreement aims to support employees' health and personal needs, ultimately benefiting the finance and business aspects of Videotron.
