Canadian Arbitrator Ends Rail Dispute, Orders Workers Back

A Canadian arbitrator has resolved a major railroad labour dispute by ordering workers back to their jobs. The Teamsters union plans to comply but also intends to challenge the ruling legally. The decision impacts major railroads Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd., crucial for the North American economy.

A Canadian arbitrator has stepped in to resolve a disruptive railroad labour dispute, ordering employees at two major railroads back to work to protect the North American economy.

The Teamsters union, representing the workers, announced Saturday that it would comply but also pursue a legal challenge. Teamsters Canada Rail Conference President Paul Boucher criticized the decision, saying, "This sets a dangerous precedent, signaling that large companies can halt operations briefly to leverage government intervention against unions."

The ruling allows Canadian National trains to resume operations and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. to restart its halted services. Both railroads have agreed to follow the Canada Industrial Relations Board's orders amid threats of further strikes and potential economic repercussions.

(With inputs from agencies.)