Of course, I understand that DriveTest employees have a worthwhile cause. I understand that they are striking for job security, etc. But four months? Enough is enough. I am a Grade 12 student at Brantford Collegiate Institute. I am currently working two jobs in order to save enough money to attend university this coming September. I have trouble getting to my jobs due to transportation issues. I play on soccer teams year round as well. I am also a co-op student, which means that Monday to Friday I have to find a way to my placement and then back home.
Unfortunately, there are no city bus routes in Brant County where I live, therefore making my situation ridiculous. I have rebooked my road test seven times, and I just made it eight when my road test was cancelled again last month. I have been eligible to get my licence and a car since the beginning of the DriveTest strike in August. I have a feeling that my parents are forever going to be my taxi drivers. Needless to say, they are getting tired of driving me everywhere. I am becoming a nuisance to my family, especially with the price of gas.
I spent $600 on driving school, for what? So that I can forget everything that I have learned and I have to pay $125 for a one-hour "refresher" lesson before my road test. Sadly, my money doesn't just grow on trees. I am also aware that there are more than just "some" of Ontarians experiencing the same frustration. Thousands of people need a licence to get to work, school, and everything else you can think of. It's time that this strike actually ended. Negotiations need, and have, to be made immediately. I'm sure I'm not the only person who is sick and tired of waiting.
And to the DriveTest employees: I understand what you're working towards, it isn't your fault. You're clearly not the problem here. It is your right to want to better your working conditions. I wish you all good luck.
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