LCBO Workers Strike Looming

It could be a little dryer in Ontario if LCBO workers go on strike tonight at midnight.

A strike would be the first for the Liquor Board and about 800 managers are expected to step in to provide limited service.

The strike threat hinges on the use of casual employees at liquor stores.

The agency maintains a staffing mix of about 43 per cent full-time workers and 57 per cent casual employees to ensure it can respond to fluctuating consumer demand.

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union says casual employees receive no vacation, sick time or benefits, and can be called in for as little as two hours work at a time.

Many casual workers make up to $18.70 an hour