Canada: Public servants planning strikes in Quebec Province Nov. 21-24

A collection of public service unions, including educators and social and medical workers, plan to hold a series of demonstrations across Quebec Province Nov. 21-24. The actions are to demand higher pay and more favorable contracts. The first strike is planned Nov. 21-23 and will include medical workers and teachers, with disruptions to schools and health services likely. A second strike involving nurses and other health workers will occur Nov. 23-24. A teacher's union is also planning an indefinite strike starting Nov. 23; the duration will likely depend on the success of negotiations

Disruptions to provincial services, including classes, health services, and social services, are likely throughout Quebec starting Nov. 21. Demonstrations near government buildings, schools, and health care settings are probable during this period; heightened security and localized transport and business disruptions are likely. Emergency health services will likely remain functional, but scheduled medical appointments may be affected.