Thanks to everyone who came out for the special Pink Shirt General Meeting today and enjoyed some pink cake! Workplace bullying is a serious problem, so it was great to see so many people out in their pink shirts today. Please see Bullies at Work for more information. Here is a look at our members in their pink shirts and…
Read moreThis month, the Vancouver Island District Council is seeking pots and pans: “The Port Alberni Shelter Society is in need of cooking pots and pans (not bakeware). While the shelter is able to support folks transitioning to independent living situations with many of their needs, finding enough pots and pans for individuals to be able to prepare their own meals…
Read morePlease join your Negotiating Committee on Tuesday, February 10 in David Strong Building room C103 (auditorium) for a thorough discussion of bargaining issues and our options for moving forward. There will be two sessions: 12:00 to 1:00 and 1:00-2:00 so we hope all Departments are able to ensure that the maximum number of members can attend. After exchanging proposals September…
Read moreMany thanks to those of you who came out to last week’s JE Town Hall to learn more about Job Evaluation in general from Peter Coombes, about our plan specifically, as it is, and some of the proposed changes at the bargaining table. A few things were clear to me, as JJEC Co-chair. Primarily, there is frustration about the backlogs…
Read moreAt today’s General Meeting nomination forms were made available for members seeking to run for office at our May 27th General Meeting. If you are interested in nominating someone or being nominated yourself the form is found here: CUPE 951 Nominations 2015 The positions that are up for election are: Executive Board – election May 27 GM for a two-year…
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