Canadian Union Leaders Raise Alarm Over Potential Partnership Deal. In a statement, national president Lana Payne expressed "serious concerns" about a proposed partnership that could see the widespread adoption of a "knock-down kit" - a pre-assembled package of parts that would allow companies to quickly build electric vehicles. The potential deal, first reported by Bloomberg, has sparked fears among union leaders that it could lead to job losses and erosion of workers' rights in the auto industry. As the Canadian union navigates this complex issue, concerns are growing about the impact on workers and the future of the manufacturing sector.


National president Lana Payne says in a statement that the union has “serious concerns” related to the potential partnership, first reported by Bloomberg, that could see a so-called “knock-down kit ...