A South Surrey Starbucks where workers unionized earlier this year is among some 60 stores across Canada earmarked to close this weekend.

According to a news release from the United Steelworkers Union, the decision impacting the "thriving" Alder Crossing location was announced Thursday (Sept. 25) and takes effect Saturday (Sept. 27).

"Starbucks has provided no clear explanation for why this location was selected for closure," the release adds.

Workers at the site, located at 3278 King George Blvd., joined USW Local 2009 in March, "in response to concerns over new management practices that have negatively impacted workplace morale," a news release issued at that time explains.

The 17 employees of the Alder Crossing Starbucks – referred to as "partners" by the U.S.-owned company – note

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