CUPE Local 2 bargaining update
The TTC and CUPE Local 2 (electrical skilled trades) have been working to reach a fair negotiated collective agreement. Employees in this group include streetcar overhead and subway signal maintainers, among others. Negotiations are ongoing.
CEO Mandeep S. Lali’s statement (April 24, 2026)
Today, the TTC requested a no-board report from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development as part of ongoing collective bargaining with CUPE Local 2, representing the TTC’s approximately 700 skilled electrical workers.
With Toronto preparing to host the world during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, we are resolute in our commitment to ensure we’re doing everything possible to provide uninterrupted transit service for the millions of people in this City and Region who rely on us every day, and for everyone visiting for this prestigious event. Requesting a no-board report creates the structural foundation to reach an agreement before the event kicks off in Toronto on June 12.
CUPE Local 2’s website indicates members have voted in favour of a strike mandate. Following this vote, the TTC decided that requesting the no-board report was the best way to encourage meaningful, good-faith negotiations. Neither the strike vote nor the application for a no-board report will have any impact on TTC service. Both are steps in the collective bargaining process and do not automatically lead to job action.
After the Ministry issues a no-board report early next week, the earliest possible date for labour disruption would be the 17th day following the date of issuance.
We remain fully committed to reaching a new collective agreement as we have been since January 2026, and we are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to negotiate with CUPE, working to ensure we do not have a labour disruption. However, if required, we have robust contingency plans in place and are prepared to act.
Any updates on bargaining and potential impacts to service will be communicated to customers and employees in due course.
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CEO Mandeep S. Lali’s statement (March 17, 2026)
Today, the TTC formally filed for conciliation with CUPE Local 2 through Ontario's Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. CUPE Local 2 is a bargaining unit representing some 700 employees (electrical, signal and cable technicians).
While the current collective agreement with this bargaining unit does not expire until the end of the month, entering conciliation at this stage is intended to support a timely and constructive resolution to negotiations. There is no impact on customers, service, or safety as a result of this step. Transit operations continue as normal.
Conciliation provides an opportunity for CUPE Local 2 and the TTC to work with an independent third party to advance collective bargaining in a fair and efficient manner.
The TTC remains focused on achieving an agreement that is fair to employees, reflects fiscal realities, and maintains operational continuity. Constructive dialogue through conciliation is viewed as the most effective path to a mutually acceptable outcome.