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COMPONENT 12 - ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS

Component 12 includes members who work for the B.C. Government and non-government employers providing front-line administrative and support services.

They work in a variety of classifications and positions: administrative officer, clerk, postal clerk, clerk stenographer, coordinator of volunteers, court clerk, financial officer, health unit aide, medical records librarian and technician, office assistant, data processing operator, radio, teletype and switchboard operators, stationery clerk and stockworker.

NEWS & UPDATES

January 03, 2025

Media Release: Kootenay Ferries - job action expansion - BC General Employees...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Jan 3, 2025The BCGEU issued 24-hour strike notice for the cable ferries operated by Western Pacific Marine (WPM) at Glade and Harrop today, with job action set to begin on Monday, January 6th at 6:30am. BCGEU President, Paul Finch says "Ferry workers are committed to reaching a fair agreement that supports a sustainable ferry service. Unfortunately, Western Pacific ...

December 19, 2024

ESIT Advanced Solutions - Bargaining Survey - BC General Employees' Union (BC...

Your Collective Agreement expires March 31, 2025. We are therefore seeking your input in order to draft collective bargaining proposals which reflect your needs. This is your opportunity to have a direct effect on the collective bargaining process. If you haven’t already done so, please complete the online bargaining survey https://form.123formbuilder.com/6761956/esit-advanced-solutions-bargain...

December 13, 2024

Members under the Public Service Main Agreement - Update on temporary hiring ...

Dear BCGEU,I'm reaching out regarding the announcement of a temporary hiring freeze for external positions in the BC Public Service. Following the announcement, we have been engaging with the PSA to better understand the implications for BCGEU members. Key questions include whether existing vacancies will be filled, how auxiliaries might be affected, and if there are any changes to contracting ...

December 06, 2024

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women 2024 - BC Ge...

Today is the National Day of Remembrance and Action and it is vital that we take action to demand an end to violence against women, girls, and gender-diverse people. December 6 marks the 35th anniversary of the École Polytechnique Massacre of 14 young women who lost their lives because they were women. We mourn their loss and reaffirm our commitment to fight the systems of misogyny, patriarchy,...

November 27, 2024

Members in the Fraser Valley (Area 04) - Postal Strike Support - BC General E...

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) is taking on Canada Post over wages, pensions, and a fight for the future of public services. The members of CUPW have been on the picket line since Friday, November 15.The Area 04 Cross Component Committee would like to remind you that we can show our solidarity by joining picket lines during your time off, unpaid breaks and before/after your workday...

November 26, 2024

STATEMENT: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women - ...

The following is a statement from BCGEU Treasurer, Maria Bennett, delivered at the BC Federation of Labour Convention, November 26th:Hello delegates. My name is Maria Bennett, my pronouns are she/her, and I am Treasurer of the BC General Employees' Union – the BCGEU. However, I am here today wearing my other hat: as Chair of the BCGEU's Women and Gender Rights Committee. As you may know, yester...

November 25, 2024

Bargaining 101: the steps involved in the bargaining process - BC General Emp...

Our collective agreement with your employer – B.C.'s Public Service Agency (PSA) – will expire in March 2025, and bargaining preparations to negotiate a new collective agreement are well underway. The negotiation (or bargaining) process has several stages which are outlined below. Every stage is driven by BCGEU members like you working for B.C.'s public service sector.  BCGEU members covered un...

November 20, 2024

BCGEU calls for solidarity on Trans Day of Remembrance - BC General Employees...

A statement from BCGEU Executive Vice-President and Chair of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Committee Tristen Wybou  While we mourn and condemn hate on this somber day, we know it's not enough for unions to be against transphobia - we must also actively build safe, supportive spaces, so all workers can thrive, rest and lead full lives. The labour movement insists that everyone deserves liberation from the stru...

November 08, 2024

Local 1201 Executive Members Worksite Visit - BC General Employees' Union (BC...

All Local 1201 BCGEU Members at: 2940, 2955, 2957, 2975, & 2995 Jutland Road 320 Garbally Road 395 Waterfront Crescent BCGEU Local 1201 Executive members want to hear from you and will be visiting your worksites. Please come by and say hello. Tuesday, November 12th 11am to 1pm – Boardroom 503 at 2955 Jutland Rd Tuesday, November 12th 11am to 1pm – Boardroom 2-2 at 2975 Jutland Rd Wednes...

November 01, 2024

Ferry Workers Draw the Line: Strike Notice Issued for Fair Wages and Conditio...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 1, 2024Ferry Workers Draw the Line: Strike Notice Issued for Fair Wages and ConditionsBurnaby, B.C. (Coast Salish Territories) - Yesterday at 12:00 pm, members of the B.C. General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) at Western Pacific Marine Ferries issued 72-hour strike notice, with full strike action scheduled to begin on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 12:00 pm. This escalati...