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January 29, 2021 - Check out the January 2021 issue of your magazine.
January 29, 2021 - Check out the January 2021 issue of your magazine.
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This issue features a message from Acting Vice President Pierre-Luc Dick on the challenges, changes and chances ahead. He reminds us that we are responsible for the changes we need in our lives, and that everyone’s involvement will be needed throughout the year to protect not only our wages, but also our rights and our futures.
This issue features a message from Acting Vice President Pierre-Luc Dick on the challenges, changes and chances ahead. He reminds us that we are responsible for the changes we need in our lives, and that everyone’s involvement will be needed throughout the year to protect not only our wages, but also our rights and our futures.
Meet the USW Local 1944 — Telus Bargaining Committee whose members met earlier this month to prepare for the upcoming round of bargaining with Telus later in the year. Follow the bargaining updates at https://1944.fyi/bu-telus2021 [3] and contact the committee at [email protected] [4]. Show your support on social media using the hashtags #RiseUp and #usw1944.
Meet the USW Local 1944 — Telus Bargaining Committee whose members met earlier this month to prepare for the upcoming round of bargaining with Telus later in the year. Follow the bargaining updates at https://1944.fyi/bu-telus2021 [3] and contact the committee at [email protected] [4]. Show your support on social media using the hashtags #RiseUp and #usw1944.
Ce numéro inclut un message du Vice-président par intérim sur les défis, changements et opportunités à venir. Il nous rappelle que nous sommes nous sommes seuls responsables d’accomplir les changements dont nous avons besoin dans nos vies, et que l’implication de tous sera nécessaire tout au long de l’année pour protéger non seulement nos salaires, mais aussi nos droits et notre avenir.
Rencontrez le comité de négociation de la Section locale 1944 du Syndicat des Métallos – Telus dont les membres se sont réunis plus tôt ce mois-ci pour préparer la prochaine ronde de négociations avec Telus qui commencera plus tard dans l'année. Suivez les mises à jour sur les négociations sur https://1944.fyi/maj-telus2021 et communiquez avec le comité par courriel à [email protected]. Montrez votre soutien sur les médias sociaux en utilisant les hashtags #LevonsNous et #Métallos1944.
Les membres de l’Unité 60 Shaw Abbotsford n’ont toujours pas de convention collective, leur employeur ayant déclaré une impasse à la table de négociation en décembre. L’équipe de négociation a rencontré le conciliateur à la mi-janvier et a rendu visite aux membres de leur concession à Abbotsford, en Colombie-Britannique, pour les informer de la dernière offre insultante de l’entreprise.
À l’approche du Mois de l’histoire des Noirs, retroussez vos manches et soyez prêt à passer à l’action ! Il y a de nombreux moyens d’action au niveau individuel, et vous trouverez quelques idées à la page 4. Le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs est un rappel annuel que ces actions doivent être menées tout au long de l’année, pas seulement au mois de février.
Partagez vos histoires et photos par courriel à [email protected]. Commencez l’année du bon pied en vous inscrivant à nos bulletins d’informations sur http://1944.fyi/Inscription. Ne vous arrêtez pas là : suivez-nous sur Facebook et Twitter @usw1944.
This issue features a message from Acting Vice President Pierre-Luc Dick on the challenges, changes and chances ahead. He reminds us that we are responsible for the changes we need in our lives, and that everyone’s involvement will be needed throughout the year to protect not only our wages, but also our rights and our futures.
Meet the USW Local 1944 — Telus Bargaining Committee whose members met earlier this month to prepare for the upcoming round of bargaining with Telus later in the year. Follow the bargaining updates at https://1944.fyi/bu-telus2021 and contact the committee at [email protected]. Show your support on social media using the hashtags #RiseUp and #usw1944.
Members from Unit 60 Shaw Abbotsford are still without a collective agreement, as their employer declared an impasse at the bargaining table in December. The bargaining team met with the conciliator in mid-January, and visited members in their compound in Abbotsford, BC, to inform them of the company’s insulting last offer.
With Black History Month around the corner, roll up your sleeves and be ready to take action! A lot can be done at the individual level, and you will find a few ideas on page 4. Black History Month is a yearly reminder that these actions need to be carried out throughout the year, not only during the month of February.
Share your stories and pictures from your Units and workplaces at [email protected]. Start the year off right by signing up to our newsletters at http://1944.fyi/sign-up-news. Don’t stop there: Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @usw1944.
Local 1944 has several committees that work on specialized areas to strengthen the union by making recommendations, engaging members, organizing events, and protecting members' rights in the workplace. Learn more about the various committees below.
Local 1944 has several committees that work on specialized areas to strengthen the union by making recommendations, engaging members, organizing events, and protecting members' rights in the workplace. Learn more about the various committees below.
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Civil and Human Rights Committee [2]*
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*Our Women of Steel committee mandate is to work in solidarity with sisters and brothers to raise awareness of women's issues; increase the involvement and participation of women in the union; support organizing and outreach efforts in the community; support union campaigns for women's equality and progressive political change.
*Our Women of Steel committee mandate is to work in solidarity with sisters and brothers to raise awareness of women's issues; increase the involvement and participation of women in the union; support organizing and outreach efforts in the community; support union campaigns for women's equality and progressive political change....
