The City of Courtenay and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 556 ratified a new four-year collective agreement this month. “City of Courtenay members provide our community with essential public services that residents, businesses and visitors depend on every day,” said Sonya Jenssen, president of CUPE 556. “This agreement recognizes the dedication and commitment of employees who work to meet the operational needs of the communit…