Teck Resources Limited said United Steelworkers (USW) Local 7619 began a strike Oct. 24 at its Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Operations in British Columbia. The mine was running at reduced capacity after workers walked out, and Teck said the production effect will depend on how long the labor action lasts.
The company said contingency plans were in place and put safety and environmental management first. Teck said it seeks a collective agreement that treats employees fairly and maintains the operation’s viability.
In its Oct. 21 notice, Teck said the existing agreement’s term had ended Sept. 30 and Local 7619 could begin strike action on Oct. 24. Teck’s notice also gave 11 a.m. ET (15:00 UTC) on Oct. 24 as the earliest start time. The company said the operation was active before the walkout, as detailed in EconoTimes’ earlier coverage of the strike notice.
The release also listed possible effects on previously issued guidance among the risks related to the labor disruption.
