NEWS & UPDATES
March 22, 2018
Public Service Pension Plan Update - BCGEU
Dear BCGEU Public Sector Pension Plan Member,
We understand that the recently announced changes to the Public Sector Pension Plan (PSPP) design have generated a lot of concerns. Many have indicated to us the communication from the Pension Corporation left them wondering how the plan impacted them, which has created anxiety and confusion. In this environment, serious misinformation has circulate...
March 22, 2018
Quadra Daycare Tentative Agreement Ratification Meeting & Vote - BCGEU
Your bargaining committee is pleased to announce that we've reached a tentative agreement with your employer. The bargaining committee is conducting a ratification meeting on Tuesday, March 27th, at 6:00pm at the day care. You will have the opportunity to hear, review, ask questions and vote on the tentative agreement.
DATE: Tuesday March 27, 2018TIME: 6:00pmPLACE: Quadra Daycare
The ...
March 22, 2018
BCGEU calls for labour code amendments to ensure balance and fairness for wor...
The BC Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU) has submitted multiple recommendations to a panel of special advisors currently reviewing British Columbia's Labour Relations Code. The submission calls for changes that properly reflect the needs and interests of workers in B.C.'s modern economy.
The BCGEU's submission is based on three themes:
1. That workers be entitled to make their o...
March 21, 2018
Local 311 Executive Election & Nomination Results - BCGEU
The election process for your Local Chair closed on March 19, 2018, and we want to take this opportunity to advise you of the results and congratulate the successful candidate. Congratulations to Pat Westerlund (Local 0311 Chair position).
With the close of the election we also want to take this opportunity to congratulate Weston McGee (Member At Large position).
Your Executive with the results...
March 21, 2018
BCGEU recognizes International Day of Forests - March 21 - BCGEU
Our natural forests are an important part of British Columbia's environment, economy and social fabric. More than a third of our planet's land mass is covered by forests, which absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen into our atmosphere.
According to the United Nations, "forests are the most biologically diverse ecosystems on land, home to more than 80 per cent of the terrestrial species of a...
March 20, 2018
Recent win: driver's licence arbitration - BCGEU
In 2012, the Community Social Services Bargaining Association (CSSBA) successfully argued at arbitration that Clause 28.12 (Required Certificates) of the Community Social Services sectoral collective agreements required Community Social Services employers to reimburse employees the costs associated with renewing their Class 4 driver's licence. Arbitrator Vince Ready ruled that if an employee is...
March 20, 2018
Elections For Local 305 Executive - BCGEU
The BCGEU is holding elections for the following positions of the local 305 executive. Candidate statements are attached for those candidates who provided them:
2nd Vice Chairperson: Michelle WhalleyRhonda Millwater
Ballots are available from your stewards and contacts at the worksite. You may also vote at the area office, (158 Oriole Road Kamloops, BC).
Ballots are due back to th...
March 19, 2018
Join the Child Care Reduction Initiative and help build an affordable child c...
Optimizing the early years of children's lives is the best investment we can make in ensuring their future success. But for many British Columbians, the high cost of child care means many families are unable to access the quality, affordable care they need.
Pledging to put people first, the B.C. government recently launched Child Care BC, a bold commitment towards the "largest investment in chi...
March 16, 2018
BCGEU Members size up B.C.'s worst summer of natural disasters
For many people across the province the summer of 2017 was one of angst, uncertainty, and demanding work load due to extreme wildfires and floods.
BCGEU members were front and centre in containment and rescue efforts delivered through key agencies like the B.C. Wildfire Service and Emergency Management B.C. Others across the public service took on significant roles in management, administration...
March 16, 2018
Updated information on improvements to your Public Sector Pension Plan (PSPP)...
Today the Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) Board of Trustees has announced a landmark change to the plan design of the PSPP. The BCGEU has a long history of negotiating and advocating for pensions for our members in all sectors. Over the last few years, the BCGEU, as the Plan Partner representative for the PSPP, has engaged the Government Partner on potential plan design improvements. It has ...
March 16, 2018
Local 312 Steward Results for Terrace & District Community Social Services - ...
The Union is pleased to announce the following Stewards for your worksite. If you have any questions regarding workplace issues, or your Collective Agreement, please contact:
Alanna BenthamAndrew BrownRajwinder GillJocelyn McMillanLucia MortonJessie PedenMary Ellen WoodCongratulations to the above noted! We look forward to working with you.
In solidarityChristine FullerStaff Representative102-...
March 16, 2018
Local 302 - Salvation Army Ocean Crest - Ratification Vote Results - BCGEU
Ballots have been counted for the ratification vote, and the members at Salvation Army Ocean Crest Ministries – Campbell River have voted to ratify the renewal collective agreement with a vote of 95.5% in favour of acceptance. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the bargaining committee for all of their hard work and determination in achieving the renewal agreement on your behalf. ...
March 15, 2018
Local 309 Election Results for both Local Executive & Stewards - BCGEU
Further to the recent elections for both Stewards and your Local 309 Executive, the results are as follows:
Stewards
Castlegar & District Community Services:Jesse EvansChristine Van DykeSandi McCreight
Nelson Community Services Society:Christine VanlerbergMonica FernandezTara GrayAlana Stephens
Kootenay Kids:Nicola ForresterSamantha Zaystoff
Sunshine Valley Child Care Society:Sara Johanso...
March 15, 2018
BCGEU calls on government to guarantee protections for vulnerable seniors.
Over the last year the BCGEU and other organizations have raised questions about the sale of B.C.-based Retirement Concepts to the international conglomerate, Anbang Insurance Group Co., Ltd. – a Chinese-based investor with expansive international holdings.
Retirement Concepts currently operates 21 care homes in B.C., with over two and a half thousand workers which are represented by both the ...
March 13, 2018
Warehouse Positions Available! - BCGEU
Warehouse Positions
Available!
The Distribution Centres, located in both Vancouver and Kamloops, have entry-level auxiliary opportunities in Shipping, Receiving, Assembly and Inventory Control.
We are accepting applications for additional auxiliary warehouse positions in our fast paced distribution center located in Vancouver. Please note in the summer of 2018 we expect to move our distributi...
March 12, 2018
Local 306 Executive Results - BCGEU
Results for the Local 0306 Local Elections:
Janet Biller – 2nd Vice ChairpersonLynn Parkes – Member-at-LargeDallas Ingram – Member-at-Large
The complete list of all Local 0306 Executive Members is as follows:
Linda Rowley – ChairpersonNancy Jackson –1st Vice ChairpersonJanet Biller – 2nd Vice ChairpersonHeather Rudyk – TreasurerJoan Busat– SecretaryLynn Parkes – Member-at-Large (1)Dallas Ingra...
March 12, 2018
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) Member Engagement For...
The BCGEU has been granted standing at the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) allowing it to make a formal written submission to the public inquiry as an organization.
BCGEU members from across the province have valuable front-line knowledge and experience to contribute through their role in delivering services and supports for vulnerable Indigenous ch...
March 12, 2018
Local 304 Election Results - BCGEU
Please be advised of the following results of the Local 304 Executive elections:
Chair Tamara Peterson (acclaimed)First vice chair Sharon HollingsworthSecond vice chair Garth BloisTreasurer Cam PetersonRecording secretary Siobhan Keserich (acclaimed)Members-at-large Shirly Hooge/Robyn SmithM...
March 12, 2018
Social Work Week 2018 - BCGEU
March 11th – 17th is Social Work Week in B.C.
This week the vital role of social workers is in focus as we celebrate Social Work Week in B.C. Social workers in the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) assist more than 150 000 children, youth and families each year.
"In addition to their important and demanding work, social workers have been tireless advocates for system-wide impro...
March 09, 2018
Local 302 - REVISED - Bulletin for Salvation Army Ocean Crest - BCGEU
Mediation and Tentative Agreement Reached
The parties were in mediation at the BC Labour Relations Board on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.
The Bargaining Committee is pleased to advise that a tentative renewal agreement was reached after meeting with the Mediator and Employer. The tentative agreement has been recommended by the Mediator, and the Bargaining Committee has accepted the terms as a fair ...
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