CFL (Non-Bombers) off-season news

[theaardvark]

My understanding is that they've been stuck at 70,000 minimum salary unchanged since 2023. Inflation in Canada has been about 8% over that time, equating to an 8% pay cut for these guys. They work hard, careers are short, I'd rather give another 10,000 per year to the botttom of the roster guys than 20-30,000 more to the top. But then, I was a socialist in my youth. 

But would you rather give $10k extra to 21 guys, or 3 more guys $70k?

Smae outlay, but 3 more players.  Imagine having 7 DI's to spread around...

[Jesse]

My understanding is that they've been stuck at 70,000 minimum salary unchanged since 2023. Inflation in Canada has been about 8% over that time, equating to an 8% pay cut for these guys. They work hard, careers are short, I'd rather give another 10,000 per year to the botttom of the roster guys than 20-30,000 more to the top. But then, I was a socialist in my youth. 

Yup, because the CBA was done in 2022. I imagine they'll get a bump in the next CBA, but not before.

[bunker]

Yup, because the CBA was done in 2022. I imagine they'll get a bump in the next CBA, but not before.

The CFLPA had the freedom to allocate the increase differently. For example they allocated 50,000 per team for veteran pre-season compensation. I think the fact that they didn't allocate any to the ELC guys is a comment on who runs the CFLPA. I think it's skewed toward the interests of more longstanding higher paid players.

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Yup, because the CBA was done in 2022. I imagine they'll get a bump in the next CBA, but not before.

"The current CFL/CFLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement runs for seven years, officially expiring on December 31, 2029, or 30 days prior to the first day of training camp in 2029. However, a key opt-out clause exists that allows either side to reopen negotiations ahead of the 2027 season, based on the expiration of the league's TV deal. "

The current deal runs for 7 years?  That's crazy, a lot of hate must have built up between the 2 sides!.

[Jesse]

"The current CFL/CFLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement runs for seven years, officially expiring on December 31, 2029, or 30 days prior to the first day of training camp in 2029. However, a key opt-out clause exists that allows either side to reopen negotiations ahead of the 2027 season, based on the expiration of the league's TV deal. "

The current deal runs for 7 years?  That's crazy, a lot of hate must have built up between the 2 sides!.

The CFLPA has an opt out date that's mentioned in what you posted. If they're unhappy, they can go back to the bargaining table.