A major labor contract with Stellantis expired last month, setting the stage for potential industrial action—but workers remain in a holding pattern for now. Though tensions are rising, the union has not yet reached the legal threshold that would trigger a strike. Negotiations continue as both sides weigh their options ahead of a possible showdown. The uncertainty leaves employees and automakers bracing for what could come next.
A strike is looming but not imminent. Unifor’s three-year contract with Stellantis expired Sept. 20 but members are not yet in a legal strike position.
