(Orillia) – Simcoe North MPP Garfield Dunlop, who is also PC Critic for Community Safety and Correctional Services, said today that he is pleased that Management Training Corporation Canada (MTCC) and the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) have reached a contract agreement for correctional officers at the Central North Correctional Centre (CNCC) in Penetanguishene.

The agreement was ratified last night when an overwhelming 84 percent of employees voted in favour of the offer. Turnout for the ratification vote exceeded 90 percent.

“I congratulate the negotiating teams from OPSEU and MTCC for working together to come up with a fair and reasonable contract,” said Dunlop. “CNCC is a first for Canada and a shining example of how a large scale public-private sector partnership can work to the benefit of its employees and the community.”

Approximately 300 new jobs were created when CNCC was opened in November 2001. More than $20 million – 70 percent of the facility’s annual budget – is spent locally each year at car dealerships, restaurants, clothing stores and other small businesses.

“CNCC is a valued corporate citizen that has continuously contributed to the local economy since day one,” said Dunlop. “I wish the employees well as they continue their fine and difficult work under their first contract.”

Contacts:
Garfield Dunlop
(705) 327-4500 (cell)