First Student Strike Action
Durham Student Transportation Services (DSTS) has been formally advised by First Student Canada that the union representing school bus drivers at First Student Ajax and First Student Brooklin—Unifor Local 4268—has submitted a “no board report” to the Ministry of Labour. This development initiates the legal countdown toward potential strike action, which could begin as early as May 16, 2025.
Should a negotiated settlement not be reached, families should be prepared for a full disruption of school bus services on all routes operated by First Student Ajax and First Student Brooklin beginning as early as May 16, 2025. In the event of a strike, school transportation provided by these operators will be suspended for the duration of the labour action.
DSTS is actively monitoring the ongoing negotiations between First Student Canada and Unifor and will continue to provide updates. Any additional information or updates will be posted on the DSTS website at www.dsts.on.ca.
We acknowledge the important role First Student drivers play in safely transporting students each day and remain hopeful that both parties will reach a timely resolution.
A list of schools serviced by First Student Ajax and Brooklin is available below.
Please visit here to verify your student’s bus route and provider.
List of DCDSB Schools Affected