BC Ferries says it will be rescinding temporary layoff notices as it works to confirm whether its regular employees are eligible for a federal wage subsidy program.
The corporation revoked the notices “as an act of company support for our valuable employees at this uncertain time,” said spokesperson Deborah Marshall.
About 1,400 workers were laid off earlier this month as BC Ferries cut sailings amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The BC Ferry and Marine Workers Union has since filed a complaint of unfair labour practice. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] According to a memo from BC Ferries CEO Mark Collins, the notices were rescinded after the corporation received “possible confirmation” that it is