UFCW 1006A members working as security guards at Paragon Protection Ltd have ratified a new union contract.
The term of the contract is December 20, 2025 to December 19, 2029 and covers approximately 4,000 members working throughout Ontario.
“UFCW 1006A is the best union for security guards seeking protection and rights at work,” said President Wayne Hanley. “Union representation provides security guards with the strength and power to negotiate improvements to their working conditions. Congratulations to our members from Paragon Protection on their new union contract.”
The negotiating committee included members, Vijay Tyagi, Eva Bednarska and Union Representatives, Jon O’ Connor and Jamie Loaknauth.
“The new contract was reasonable — we are going to get increases in benefits and we are getting a better deal than before,” said Vijay, a member of the committee. “I am happy with the contract.”
UFCW 1006A is the union for Security Guards, representing over 8,000 members working for more than 50 agencies in Ontario.
Highlights
- Increase to shoe allowance
- Increased employer contributions to benefits
- Created a clear pathway to promotion
- Increased protection from client involvement in discipline
