NEWS & UPDATES
October 23, 2017
Ratification Vote Meeting for Members of the City of Fort St. John - BCGEU
We are pleased to announce that after 5 productive and respectful days of negotiations with your Employer, we were able to reach a tentative agreement. The Bargaining Committee is pleased with the results and are recommending acceptance of the terms. The ratification meeting will be held at: BCGEU Peace River Area Office10147 100 Ave.Fort St. John Thursday, October 26th from: 10:00 a.m. – 1...
October 23, 2017
Executive Vice President Tour - Revised - BCGEU
Hello Everyone! Executive Vice President, James Coccola will be visiting worksites in Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat, Hazelton and Smithers starting at 8:00 am on October 22 as outlined in the schedule below (all times are approximate): Prince Rupert, Sunday October 22nd, 2017: 1. 8:00 - 10:00 am Crest Motor Hotel 2. 11:15 - 11:35 am BC Liquor Store Old Hazelton, Monday October 23rd...
October 20, 2017
President's statement on death of correctional officer Kellie Shand - BCGEU
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Kellie Shand, a long-time BCGEU member, who tragically died while on shift as a correctional officer at Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre (VIRCC). This is a terrible tragedy for not only our Corrections and Sheriffs component, but for our entire union. In his 22-year career as a correctional officer, Kellie was a committed and experienced profes...
October 20, 2017
Update! - Bargaining Dates for Hard Rock BCGEU Members - BCGEU
Negotiating a first collective agreement is never an easy task, and this is particularly true when it comes to bargaining with your Employer. Let us fill you in.
Talks resumed on October 12th, and although some progress was made, your committee left this latest round disappointed by the Employer's continued determination to maintain the status quo, and unwillingness to schedule consecutive, wee...
October 20, 2017
Election of Bargaining Committee Members (2 positions) for Lake City/Cascades...
With the election of Mike Schmidt as BCGEU Lake City/Cascades Casinos bargaining unit chair, it is now time for the Union to conduct an election for those nominated for the two available bargaining committee member seats. Members employed at Cascades Casino Kamloops and Lake City Casino Vernon will not be participating in this vote. Mike Schmidt by right as chair will represent his fellow worke...
October 18, 2017
Executive Vice President, James Coccola Worksite tour - BCGEU
To: All BCGEU Members in Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat, Hazelton and Smithers (at the below listed worksites)
Hello Everyone!
Executive Vice President, James Coccola will be visiting worksites in Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat, Hazelton and Smithers starting at 8:00 am on October 22 as outlined in the schedule below (all times are approximate):
Prince Rupert, Sunday October 22nd, 2017:
8:00...
October 17, 2017
BCGEU submission to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government S...
Yesterday, the BCGEU entered our submission to the B.C. Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services yesterday, outlining the union's priorities for the upcoming provincial budget for 2018/19.
This budget marks an important moment. It will take the next steps toward a fiscal plan for the province that truly puts families and communities first.
"We support the new government in i...
October 17, 2017
Update On Bargaining for Corp. City of Fort St. John members - BCGEU
Your committee met with your Employer yesterday. It was a productive and respectful first day of bargaining. We will keep you posted as our talks progress. In solidarity, Your Bargaining Committee Kurt Langdon Charlene Jackson Darrel Chorney Keith Mckinley Bob Corbitt Local 467/MoveUp Download as pdf
October 17, 2017
Collective Agreement Bargaining for members working at Destination Cinemas (I...
On behalf of your Bargaining Committee, I am pleased to advise that the Union and your Employer will begin negotiations on a new collective agreement this week. Bargaining will commence on October 17th – 19th. Three days have been set aside to begin negotiations and we commit to keeping members informed as talks progress. In the meantime, please rest assured that the terms and conditions of you...
October 13, 2017
Lake City/Cascades Casinos - Bargaining Unit Chair Election Result - BCGEU
The Union wishes to advise that Mike Schmidt has been elected as the BCGEU Bargaining Unit Chair for Lake City/ Cascade Casino's. As chair, Mike will represent all casino members, as well as well as fellow workers from his Cascades Casino Kamloops worksite. Please join us in congratulating Mike as he takes on this important responsibility. The next and final step in the election process is to e...
October 12, 2017
BCGEU Worksite Visits on October 19, 2017 - BCGEU
The BCGEU will be making a series of worksite visits to River Rock Casino on October 19, 2017. We have scheduled the visits to see as many workers as possible between shift changes. We will be there from 6:00 am to 8:00 am, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and 10:00 pm to midnight. We will be meeting in the River Rock BCGEU Union office, which is across the skywalk on the left on the way to the Skytrain...
October 11, 2017
Provincial magazine - Fall 2017 - BCGEU - BCGEU
Download the PDF file of the 2017 Fall issue of The Provincial magazine. In this issue:
Electing workplace stewards
Dangerous work at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital
BCGEU’s sound financial management
Mental health first aid
and more...
October 10, 2017
Rally for Youth from Care - BCGEU
Show support for youth in and from foster care, group homes, and other types of government care in B.C. Rally: B.C. LegislatureTuesday October 24, 2017, 3:00 pm
October 06, 2017
River Rock Casino - New Wage Rates/ Retro Pay - BCGEU
Your new River Rock collective agreement is now in full force and effect and you may be wondering, when will I receive my wage increase?
Effective October 15th, all members at River Rock will be placed on the new wage grid, according to their seniority, and begin receiving the new wage rates and premium increases that were achieved at the bargaining table.
Retroactive pay will be back-dated to ...
October 04, 2017
Starlight Casino - Bargaining Questionnaires - BCGEU
The current collective agreement ends on March 31, 2018. Members are encouraged to complete bargaining surveys and submit them so that we have your input on bargaining priorities. Surveys will be available at the worksite. Please complete them and submit them to a steward, bargaining committee member or by mail as indicated on the form.
Please ensure that the BCGEU has your current mailing and ...
October 03, 2017
Local 1703 Enhanced Stewards Training - BCGEU
You are invited to attend Local 1703's enhanced steward training on November 9, 2017 at the Lower Mainland Area Office.
Date: November 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Place: BCGEU Lower Mainland Area Office – Musqueam Room
130-2920 Virtual Way, Vancouver, BC V5M 0C4
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP at the link below:
https://events.bcgeu.ca/local_1703_enhanced_stewards_tra...
October 03, 2017
October is Community Living Month - BCGEU
19 years ago, the province of BC declared October Community Living Month. The BCGEU is proud to represent thousands of members across the province who have dedicated their careers to helping those who are not able, or need the assistance of others, to bring a level of independence and quality of life that benefits not only those with developmental disabilities, but also the communities that we ...
October 03, 2017
Bargaining Update for members at Grand Villa Casino - BCGEU
The bargaining committee met for 4 days in September and have another 4 days scheduled between October and November for pre-bargaining. The committee has been reviewing the bargaining surveys, reviewing resource materials and meeting with department representatives prior to beginning to prepare proposals.
We are committed to keeping the membership actively engaged in the pre-bargaining process ...
October 03, 2017
Sister in Spirit Vigils - BCGEU
October 4th is a day where we honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). The violence experienced by Indigenous women and girls in Canada is a national tragedy. We must take the time to give thanks to the families who are our reason for demanding continued action.
The BCGEU believes that the October 4th Sisters In Spirit Vigils are a movement for social change....