"Modest" progress at CBC bargaining table

TORONTO – The Canadian Media Guild continues to call negotiations between itself and CBC “constructive” as the two sides continue to negotiate. “Modest progress was made at the bargaining table yesterday (Wednesday) as the Canadian Media Guild and CBC management signed off on two articles, posting of vacancies and posting of schedules. The two sides also exchanged language on freelancers and assignment,” says the Guild. That brings to 15 of 40 issues which have been resolved. “The talks are constructive and continue today,” added CMG. Also today, CMG felt it necessary to clarify why certain reporters are still on the...