Ritchie-Smith Feeds Inc.

Benefits include vacation entitlements based on years of service ranging from 2 to 5 weeks, with vacation pay calculated as a percentage of gross earnings. Vacation scheduling is governed by seniority and operational requirements with no carryover allowed. Employees accrue 10 days of paid medical leave annually with a carry-over bonus for unused days. Statutory holidays are observed as per the Canada Labour Code with provisions for working on holidays and alternative days off. The agreement provides for health, dental, insurance, and pension plans with options for retirement benefit payments. Additional benefits include safety clothing, safety boot allowance, tool insurance, and leave provisions including personal days and jury duty accommodations.

Wages are set out in Appendix A with a wage schedule for various job classifications including Journeyperson Electrician, Journeyperson Maintenance, Mill Operator, Driver, and Housekeeping/Yard Person. Wage levels increase with time served (Level 1 to Level 4) and annual percentage increases are scheduled for each year of the agreement. Premiums are paid for specific qualifications and roles such as Power Engineer classifications, Dual and Single Red Seal Ticket Holders, Trip Planners, Lead Hands, Warehouse Lead Hands, and First Aid Attendants. Employees are paid biweekly by electronic deposit with detailed pay statements. Overtime and work outside classification are compensated at the higher applicable rate.

The collective agreement is between Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc. and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 115. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026.