The union representing some 3,000 railworkers says it has reached a new deal with Canadian National Railway Co.

In a release Dec. 22, Unifor says the new collective agreement is good for four years, though it did not say how many members voted in favor of the contract.

Workers had voted a month ago to walk off the job as early as New Year’s Day, in a fight for better job security, compensation, and working conditions. The release says the new contract includes improved pay, benefits and job protections.

The deal affects a host of technical and administrative employees, including mechanics, crane operators, electricians, and customer support staff.

“We are pleased to have achieved these new collective agreements through collaborative negotiations,” Tracy Robinson, president and CEO of CN said in a statement. “By working together with Unifor, we now have new agreements that strengthen our workforce and enhance our ability to serve customers reliably across North America. I want to thank both teams for their constructive approach to these negotiations and their shared commitment to CN’s long-term success.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 22, 2024.