NEWS & UPDATES
April 25, 2016
BC Corps of Commissionaires (West Coast Express) tentative ratification vote
The Bargaining Committee has reached a tentative agreement with the Employer by way of a Memorandum of Settlement. Copies of the settlement will be available at the meeting and members will have the opportunity to ask questions prior to voting.
The ratification meeting is as follows:
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 @ 10:30 a.m.
BCGEU Fraser Valley Area Office
8555 – 198 A Street, Langley, BC
In s...
April 25, 2016
Mainroad Contracting Ltd call for nominations for alternate bargaining commit...
Nominations for one (1) alternate bargaining committee member for your maintenance contract area are now open. Those elected to the bargaining committee also become the members on the labour/management committee.
The Committee is as follows:
Orlando Bokor
Joe Reith
Kevin Thomasen
A nomination form is attached to this bulletin. Nominations close on April 28, 2016 and can be dropped off ...
April 25, 2016
Ergonomics in the workplace
Ergonomics is the science of adapting the workplace to the worker and the product to the user.
You are at risk of developing musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) when you carry out work without first considering how the workplace suits you. This can lead to disabling conditions if not recognized and treated in the early stages. The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Sections 4.46 – 4.53, re...
April 22, 2016
VP Rory Smith: Thanks to everyone involved who helped us reach this milestone...
I am extremely happy with the news that the successful bidder of the Service Area 11 contract is Mainroad. This means our professional, qualified and experienced members will continue to keep our roads safe in the East Kootenays.
It was just over a year ago that meetings started with the Ministry of Transportation to address the issue of successorship for Service Area 11 in the East Kootenays....
April 22, 2016
BCGEU members will continue to maintain highways in East Kootenays
The Ministry of Transportation announced today a seven-year agreement with Mainroad Contracting to maintain highways in the East Kootenays.
“This is good news for our members, the travelling public, and other stakeholders who rely on well-maintained highways, roads and bridges in the area,” said BCGEU president Stephanie Smith. “Our local crews know the local roads. The collective agreement we...
April 22, 2016
Protrans steward nominations open
The Local Chairperson has authorized the opening of nominations for all BCGEU members in good standing at Protrans for three (3) steward positions. Those elected or acclaimed will serve out the remainder of the three year term as outlined in the Union’s constitution and will cease in the Winter of 2018.
Nominations are open effective 9:00am April 25, 2016 and close April 29, 2016 at 4:00pm.
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April 20, 2016
Station Attendant's and Faregate Attendant's - Protrans Memorandum of Agreeme...
The Union and Employer have experienced some unanticipated delays in wrapping up our discussions regarding a Memorandum regarding the status of Station/Faregate Attendants.
It is our hope the matter will be resolved by the end of next week. We will update you as soon as there is more information.
In solidarity
Richard Tones
Staff Representative
Download PDF of notice here.
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April 20, 2016
Area 04 Local Executives, Stewards and OHS representatives evening workshop o...
The Area 04 Cross Component Committee presents an evening workshop on the duty to accommodate, medical notes and return to work.
This workshop will cover general information about the employer's duty to accommodate members who, because of a disability require accommodation in their job position or duties.
Date: May 10, 2016
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Fraser Valley Area Office
8...
April 19, 2016
Worksite Visits
Date: April 19, 2016
To: All BCGEU Members at Mainroad Highway Contracting (Howe Sound)
Re: Worksite Visits
On Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 3:00 pm Local Chairperson, Lana Vincent and Highways Bargaining Council Chair, Dave Maki, will be at the Burnaby yard to meet the members.
This is part of the Union’s ongoing outreach to the membership. Feel free to discuss any issues or ...
April 18, 2016
Capilano Highway Services (Sechelt) worksite visits
On Thursday April 21, 2016 at 4:00 pm Local Chairperson, Lana Vincent and Highways Bargaining Council Chair, Dave Maki, will be at the Sechelt yard to meet the members.
This is part of the Union’s ongoing outreach to the membership. Feel free to discuss any issues or concerns you have regarding the contract, bargaining, or the union in general.
In Solidarity
Richard Tones
Staff Representa...
April 14, 2016
BC Corps Commissionaires (West Coast Express) bargaining update & meeting notice
The Union has been unable to reach a tentative agreement with the Employer after two days of bargaining.
Prior to determining the next steps, the Bargaining Committee wants to discuss the status of negotiations with the membership to seek your input.
DATE: Monday April 18, 2016
TIME: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
LOCATION: BCGEU Lower Mainland Area Office (Musqueam Room)
Suite 130-29...
April 07, 2016
BCGEU Occupational Health and Safety Networker Outreach
The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Networker team had their initial meeting in January. The 21 BCGEU members appointed to the team are from all areas of the province. One of their first tasks is to contact BCGEU OHS committee representatives to let them know about upcoming training opportunities.
The Networkers are also busy calling OHS representatives in their areas to determine if the...
April 06, 2016
Local 1011 nomination for Local Executive
Nominations are now open for following positions on the Local Executive:
Local Chairperson
1st Vice Chairperson
2nd Vice Chairperson
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
Member-At-Large (3 positions)
Member-At-Large (Youth Delegate)
This term is approximately two years. Information on the responsibilities and activities of each office are attached and are also available from your Area Offi...
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