Government of Saskatchewan stresses critical impact a looming rail strike will have [Video]

A railway strike is only a week away if an agreement between the CN and Canadian Pacific railways and their unions is not reached, and the Saskatchewan government is stressing how harmful this will be for farmers in the province.

The Saskatchewan government held a press conference Thursday to discuss the potential impacts of a rail strike and to encourage the federal government and the unions to come to a quick agreement.

“While we understand and respect the right to fair labour practices and negotiations, we must also recognize the far-reaching consequences this work disruption would cause. I urge all parties involved to work towards an immediate resolution. Whether through back-to-work legislation or a directive for binding arbitration,” said David Marit, Saskatchewan’s minister of agriculture.