Workers at Quebec-run liquor stores begin 3-day strike, shutting down most outlets
MONTREAL — A labour dispute that began with stickers on store windows and wine bottles turned backwards on the shelves has escalated into a three-day weekend strike at Quebec’s provincially run liquor stores.
Unionized employees with the Quebec Liquor Corp. walked off the job Friday morning and will remain out until Monday.
Striking employees picketed in front of the 45 stores that were operated by management workers on Friday.
The union said in a statement its members will continue to picket all weekend at open outlets. The corporation said it will continue filling Internet orders, but its website says delivery takes three to five business days.