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COMPONENT 17 - GENERAL SERVICES

Component 17 includes members in a variety of sectors in B.C.

They are employed by casinos, hotels, banks, credit unions, B.C. Place, B.C. Housing Management, some Royal Canadian Legion operations, B.C. Milk Marketing Board, Compass Foods, regional districts plus private businesses.

NEWS & UPDATES

December 12, 2016

BCGEU sends solidarity message to jailed Iranian trade unionists

As part of our ongoing support of the Free Them Now campaign to support jailed Iranian trade union members, the BCGEU Provincial Executive recorded a message of solidarity that was sent directly to jailed activists. The campaign received messages of solidarity from many unions around the world, and they have been compiled into a video. Watch the full video below. 

December 09, 2016

International Human Rights Day: Human rights are everyone’s rights, everywhere

Today we recognize International Human Rights Day.  Every December 10th since 1948, people have stood in solidarity against human rights violations in all forms. In Canada we are fortunate to be living in a country where we have a legislated Human Rights Code and a Charter of Rights and Freedoms which is built into our constitution.  Much of the world sees us as a country that defends human r...

December 06, 2016

December 6: Never forget

It’s hard to believe, but 27 years have passed since 14 young women were slain at the École Polytechnique, an event also known as the Montreal Massacre. It remains one of the darkest days in our nation’s history. In 1991, the Parliament of Canada established December 6, the anniversary of the devastating event, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women in Canada. Eac...

December 06, 2016

Hard Rock Casino Holiday Season RV Visit/Bargaining Set To Begin

To:      All BCGEU Members at Hard Rock Casino Re:      Holiday Season RV Visit/Bargaining Set To Begin     With winter almost upon us, and the holiday season soon set to begin, the BCGEU RV will be making a special visit to the Motion Canada parking lot, located next to Hard Rock Casino, on Friday, December 16th, between the hours of 10am and 6pm. Come join us for some complimentary food, ...

December 03, 2016

Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Today we are proud to recognize the United Nations' International Day of Persons with Disabilities.    This day was created to bring awareness and understanding and to take action to further the rights of persons with disabilities both legally and in society.  Even though we have a come a long way in Canada there remains much more to do to achieve the equity in our society.  The United Nat...

November 29, 2016

Steward Nomination for local 1704 members at Vancity – Branch #70

To:      All 1704 BCGEU Members at Vancity – Branch 70 Morgan Crossing            15795 Croydon Drive, Surrey Re:      Steward Nomination (1 position)   Nominations are now open for 1 position for a steward at your worksite, and will close January 4, 2017. The steward is the face of the union at your worksite. Some of the roles of the steward are: To enforce the collective agreement and...

November 29, 2016

OSH Appointment Process Deadline

D-day is here!!   On November 30th the names of over 2800 designated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) representatives will disappear from the BCGEU database. Locals should ensure their confirmed choices for new or reappointed OHS representatives are submitted to their area offices before this date. If OHS appointments are not completed for each worksite, OSH representatives will not have ...

November 25, 2016

District of Hudson's Hope - Agreement Ratification

Sisters and Brothers Your Bargaining Committee is pleased to announce  the ratification of the tentative Collective Agreement. The Committee is pleased with the positive changes and improvements that have been negotiated. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to the membership for their support and participation in this important process. Please feel free to contact yo...

November 25, 2016

BCGEU supports trade unionists in Haiti after Hurricane Matthew

Early in October, Haiti was hit by Hurricane Matthew, causing more damage to an island still recovering from the earthquake of 2010. As part of the Public Services International (PSI) relief campaign, the BCGEU sent a contribution to help with community rebuilding. The relief will go to trade union members and their families directly. For more information on the campaign, visit the PSI Hurrican...

November 23, 2016

Bargaining Committee Elections for North Peace Cultural Centre

Nominations are now open for the North Peace Cultural Centre for the following positions: Two Bargaining Committee Members Nominations will close on Friday, December 23, 2016, and are to be faxed, mailed, emailed or hand delivered to: BCGEU Peace River Area Office 10251 – 100th Street Fort St. John BC   V1J 3Y8 Fax: (250) 785-0048 or 1-800-946-0255 [email protected] Nomination forms are atta...

November 23, 2016

District of Hudson's Hope - Ratification Meeting

We send this bulletin to update the membership about the Collective Bargaining process between the Union and the District of Hudson's Hope. We are pleased to announce the District of Hudson's Hope Council has ratified the tentative settlement. Details of the proposed settlement will be released at a ratification meeting, being held at the District Office downstairs boardroom at 12:00 (noon), ...

November 22, 2016

Bowling Night for all Area 02 BCGEU Young Workers

Your Cross Component Committee is sponsoring a bowling night for all BCGEU Young Workers in Area 02 – North Island plus a guest. There will be 4 door prizes drawn throughout the night. Please note travel expenses will not be covered by Cross Component Committee.     Date:         Friday, December 16, 2016     Time:         7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (Snacks at 7:30 p.m., Bowling starts at 8:00 p.m...

November 21, 2016

Local 1702 General Union Meeting

COMPONENT:  General Services LOCAL:           1702 DATE:             Wednesday, December 14, 2016 TIME:              5:00 p.m. – General Meeting                       5:30 p.m. – Executive Meeting PLACE:            BCGEU Nanaimo Area Office                       106-1650 Terminal Ave N, Nanaimo    AGENDA General Business   Please come out and meet your BCGEU Local 1702 Executives and br...

November 18, 2016

Bargaining Set To Resume for River Rock Casino Resort

To:      All BCGEU Members at River Rock Casino Resort Re:      Bargaining Set To Resume   Your Bargaining Committee is set to head back to the negotiation table with the Employer on November 24th. Multiple dates have been scheduled up until December 2nd. We remain committed to updating you on our progress. The committee would also like to take this opportunity to thank all River Rock member...