The Town of Comox and its unionized employees have ratified a new three-year collective agreement that runs through 2027.
A statement from the town said members of CUPE 556 ratified the agreement on Dec. 22 after council gave its approval on Dec. 19.
The contract covers about 70 municipal workers and includes wage increases retroactive to 2025 and through 2027.
Under the new agreement, general wage increases will be:
• April 1, 2025 — 5 per cent
• April 1, 2026 — 3.5 per cent
• April 1, 2027 — 5 per cent
The deal also includes increases to potential earnings for CUPE 556 members who are on short-term disability.
Jordan Wall, chief administrative officer for the town, said the agreement is fair to both sides.
“This agreement is fair, supports our employees, and remains consistent with other recent settlements in the region,” said Wall. “We appreciate the commitment and collaborative efforts of the negotiating team throughout this process, and we’re pleased to reach an agreement that benefits employees and the community we serve.”
The previous collective agreement expired on March 31.
A separate statement from the town said the new agreement “ensures that the Town can continue to provide reliable, high-quality services to residents while supporting a stable and engaged workforce.”
