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с экономической точки зрения (One annoying characteristic of Canadian unions is timing strikes to when they will cause the most harm and stress. As the busy holiday season approached, Canada Post workers went on strike, leaving small businesses scrambling to make alternative arrangements. Service Canada had to hold off mailing 85,000 passports, forcing many Canadians to cancel travel they’d already paid for. On-time delivery of pension and financial assistance cheques is also hit. Port strikes are even more damaging in dollar terms. Last month, Port of Vancouver officials locked out union workers after they rejected a 19.2 per cent increase over four years. (nsnews.com) ART Vancouver) |
