A local representative with the Teamsters Union says CN rail workers are on strike for a reason.
Mike Matthew says the amount of rest time for train crews as well as safety are the two key issues in the labour dispute.
Matthew stresses the job action is something that has to be done.
The strike is closing in on its first full week.
The federal government is resisting mounting pressure at this time to end the dispute.
Pickets are set-up across Canada including Sioux Lookout and Fort Frances.
