dans l'anglais:

Unionized employees of CHUM decided to come to work in kilts to protest against the new dress policy that prohibits the wearing of shorts.

This initiative is the latest in a series of actions to contest the new standards set by the establishment in June. A boycott followed the introduction of the policy as well as theme days where employees were encouraged to wear caps and blue jeans, in protest against the list of prohibited clothing.

Although a majority complied without complaint, some continue to oppose it. On the website of Union of Employees of CHUM, affiliated with the CSN, some have posted photos of their "man skirts”.

The protest originally took place following the suspension of an employee, from the merchandize receiving department, who wore Bermuda shorts earlier this summer.

There was only one suspension, but notices were issued to employees who protested too strongly.
The new policy is primarily for employees who have no direct contact with patients. Many institutions have adopted a dress code without creating waves.
It must be said that the union has demanded uniforms for employees in the archives, even if they all do not agree. A petition calling for uniforms has yet to be signed and filed by the union. It also criticizes the employer for refusing to provide uniforms for four employees assigned to mail transport to Notre Dame Hospital.

As for the directive, it indicates that implementation of the policy will take effect this fall, but that it cannot be changed to include kilts. It is hoped that cool autumn days will reduce the pleasure of kilt wearing for those who might otherwise be tempted to experiment.

The new policy prohibits tank tops, jeans, hats, leggings and transparent sweaters.