The City of Belleville has announced it has ratified a new four year collective agreement with the Belleville Professional Fire Fighters Association (BPFFA) Local 497.

Wage enhancements are as follows:

Jan. 1, 2024 – 4.3 per cent increase

Jan. 1, 2025 – 3 per cent increase

Jan. 1, 2026 – 3.2 per cent increase

Jan. 1, 2027 – 3.5 per cent increase

In a release, the city says that significant to this round of bargaining, the City and the Association focused on health and wellness with benefit enhancements including the introduction of cancer screening and improved mental health coverage.

The city says the agreement reflects “the shared commitment of both parties to supporting the important work of Belleville firefighters while ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality emergency s

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