On August 20th Separate Sort and Delivery (A.K.A. Systemic Service Destruction) went live at North Fraser Delivery Centre. Prior to the restructure we knew issues were in store for us when manager Kal Gil and superintendent Rod Morrison went to Laval, QC to see how the SSD system was working there. Upon their return it was announced that NFDC would be the second station in Canada to restructure as Separate Sort from Delivery. Canada Post higher ups had figured delivery values in the lower mainland were similar to those of Laval (pop. 420,000). The floor was told Laval carriers loved SSD and had adjusted to the new system well. REALLY? The Laval depot was partially converted to CMBs prior to the Trudeau government halting future CMB installations. SSD is less strenuous on carrier routes with CMBs and Apartment Panels. However, the North Fraser Depot delivers door to door in mainly residential areas. These routes are long with steep slopes and numerous stairs. At 7 pm at the end of the first day a carrier on wave 1 was heard to say in a deflated voice: Continue reading “The Gong Show – SSD at NFDC”
Pacific Processing Centre Plant Rules
Pacific Processing Centre Plant Rules
Recently I was approached by the Western Region Health & Safety officer Patrick McGraw along with Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Manager Wendy Lund and HRBP Hilda Vega, regarding the plant rules. I was asked by Mr McGraw if I knew what the plant rules were. I responded, “Yes I know and that’s why I am wearing steel toed shoes and a safety vest”. Mr. McGraw then asked me if I knew the rules around jewellery and hair. I said, “yes and I am also aware of the agreement between both parties to conduct risk assessments if any issues arise”. Continue reading “Pacific Processing Centre Plant Rules”
Notice of Motion and By-Election for the position of Part-Time Secretary-Treasurer
Notice of Motion**
- Whereas a vacancy currently exists for the Part-Time Secretary Treasurer and;
- Whereas the by-election could take place the earliest at the September 23, 2018 GMM and;
- Whereas this date falls 3 days before we could potentially be locked out or on Strike and;
- Whereas we need someone with experience in the role to get us through this time period;
Therefore be it resolved that,
The Local Executive Committee recommends that the Local Executive Committee appoints someone from the Local Executive Committee to the position of the Part-Time Secretary-Treasurer until the Annual Election in January 2019.
**This notice will be dealt with prior to the By-election. Should 2/3 of the membership at the GMM support the Notice of Motion the By-Election will not be held.** Continue reading “Notice of Motion and By-Election for the position of Part-Time Secretary-Treasurer”
Labour Day at The FAIR at the PNE September 3, 2018
With Labour Day a few weeks away we are getting excited about celebrating first Labour Day at the PNE.
Join CUPW, the Vancouver and District Labour Council and other affiliated Unions for a fun day at The Fair Monday September 3, 2018. Continue reading “Labour Day at The FAIR at the PNE September 3, 2018”
August General Membership Meeting
Thursday August 23, 2018 at 7pm at the Maritime Labour Centre
50/50 tickets will be available throughout, with the draw at end of the GMM.
AGENDA FOR THE MAY GMM:
- Reading of new members
- Reading of the previous meeting’s minutes
- Business arising out of the minutes
- New Business:
- Nominations and elections:
Publication Committee (1)
Regional Conference Alternate Delegate (1) - Executive Committee motions
- Unfinished business
- Correspondence
- Executive and Committee Reports
- Good and Welfare
- Adjournment
In Solidarity,
Jennifer Savage
President
** The Notice of Motion presented at the July 22, 2018 GMM has been withdrawn by the mover.
* Please note there is free parking in the rear of the building off of Pandora St. and access to the building is from this parking area.
Sign Language Interpreters have been confirmed.
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Vancouver Local Strike Votes
UPDATE August 20, 2018
NATIONAL PRESIDENT, BROTHER MIKE PALECEK WILL BE AT THE STRIKE VOTE MEETINGS ON AUGUST 23 & 25.
Strike Vote times
As you may already be aware CUPW filed for conciliation on June 29, 2018. The conciliation process starts the countdown to a potential lockout/strike should the parties not come to an agreement. Continue reading “Vancouver Local Strike Votes”
PICKET CAPTAINS WANTED!
Picket Captains are volunteers, the front line organizers of the Union when on strike. They are the focus of Solidarity for the members on the picket line and may be called upon to make decisions that affect all members in the case of an emergency. Picket Captains are tasked with keeping attendance on the line so that our members can receive their strike pay and seeing that strike duties are shared fairly. They ensure the safety of our members. They are responsible for helping to ensure our members understand the role of a picketer. Continue reading “PICKET CAPTAINS WANTED!”