Union-favouring community agreement seemingly at odds with Indigenous rights in Duncan, B.C.
Jon Coleman said his and other Indigenous-owned companies are being sidelined on their own traditional territory.“Basically, I’ve gone backward. You know how much money is being torn back with these unions and this CBA? … They’re stealing out of our community.”The $1.45-billion Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project is the first major health facility to be built under the Community Benefits Agreement, which includes increasing Indigenous employment.
“We are in an ongoing conversation with Cowichan Tribes to discuss their concerns,” Ministry of Health staff said in an email. “We’re listening and continue to work to support economic opportunities for their members. Local Indigenous tradespeople are working on the project, including members of Cowichan Tribes.”
Coleman said he had planned to have at least 15 workers on the project. Instead, he said the economic impact has been devastating, forcing him to pivot his business and send back equipment.
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