NEWS & UPDATES
June 12, 2019
Health Science Professionals’ Bargaining Association (HSPBA) Collective Agree...
Please note that the new Collective Agreement is currently in the proofing stage of finalization.
HSA is the lead union and has responsibility to work with HEABC to finalize the document for review by the BCGEU and the other constituent unions. Following this process the Collective Agreement will be signed, printed and posted to the website.
We do not have a specific date but will provide an up...
June 12, 2019
Members at Valleyhaven Retirement Community - We got a deal! - BCGEU
Your Bargaining Committee is pleased to report that we have reached a tentative agreement. Highlights include:
• Four year term, with wage increases:
o Effective September 1, 2018 – 1.5%*;
o Effective September 1, 2019 – 2%;
o Effective September 1, 2020 – 1.25%;
o Effective March 1, 2021 – 1.25%; and
o Effective September 1, 2021 – 2.75%
• *Retroactive to September 1, 2018
• Sick leave days ...
June 07, 2019
British Columbians need a break: the BCGEU submission to the Fair Wages Commi...
BURNABY- The British Columbia Government and Service Employees' union, representing more than 79,000 workers in various sectors and occupations in the province has submitted its report to the provincial government's Fair Wages Commission.
The Fair wages commission was set up by the provincial government to advise government on how to raise minimum wages with increases that are regular, measured...
June 07, 2019
Workers’ Compensation Review Underway - BCGEU
In response to years of advocacy by workers and their unions, the provincial government has initiated an independent and comprehensive review of BC's workers' compensation system.
This is a tremendously important opportunity for BCGEU members to tell their stories about the injustices within the current system, and to influence legislative and policy changes that will restore fairness to the w...
June 06, 2019
402 Members - REMINDER - Nominations for vacant Local 402 Executive positions...
Nominations are now open for following positions which are vacant on the local 402 executive:
1st Vice Chairperson
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
The deadline for nominations is: Monday, June 17, 2019
The nomination form is attached and must be filled out, signed by both the nominator and nominee and submitted by fax to the BCGEU North Island Area Office, 106-1650 Terminal Ave N., Nanaimo, BC ...
June 06, 2019
Renfrew Care Centre - Call for nominations for two stewards - BCGEU
Do you want to learn new skills?
Are you a good listener and problem solver?
Do you want to help your co-workers?
Nominations are now open for 2 Stewards
at your worksite.
This is an opportunity to be a workplace leader.
Please see your steward or your Union board for nomination forms if you want to nominate a co-worker or become a steward. The Union provides training and you will be supporte...
June 05, 2019
Final report from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous W...
On Monday, June 3rd, the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls released its final report and recommendations in a ceremony at the National Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec on Algonquin Territory.
The release was the culmination of a three-year process in which the Inquiry heard testimony, submissions and stories from more than 2,000 people including the fami...
June 05, 2019
Valleyhaven Retirement Community - Bargaining committee heads into mediation ...
Your Bargaining Committee attended mediation with the employer at the Labour Relations Board yesterday, June 4th.
Although very little progress was made, we remain hopeful and focused on achieving a fair settlement. We have scheduled a second day with the employer and the mediator on June 11th.
Stay tuned for an update following our next meeting.
In solidarity,
Ashley Oesch, Bargaining Committe...
June 04, 2019
Agreement Ratified - Salvation Army – Southview Heights and Terrace - BCGEU
Ballots were counted on Friday May 31, 2019 and the committee is pleased to announce that the majority voted to accept the terms of the tentative agreement.In Solidarity, Your Bargaining Committee:Izabela Stachurski, Bargaining Committee MemberLoretta Bernabe, Bargaining Committee MemberMichelle Picones, Bargaining Committee MemberAngela Mahlmann, Staff Representative – NegotiationsDownload PDF...
June 03, 2019
Victoria Area Office hours – Thursday, June 6 - BCGEU
Please be advised that the hours of operation at the Victoria Area Office for Thursday, June 6, 2019 will be from Noon – 5:00 pm. UWU/MoveUP
June 03, 2019
PHSA-Forensics- Special Provincial Constables Program - BCGEU
The union has received notification that effective May 30, 2019, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General and the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital will appoint the Forensic Security Officers (FSO) as Special Provincial Constables (SPCs) inside the hospital.
The Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Ministry and Forensic Psychiatric Services means that a Special Provincial Const...
May 31, 2019
Tentative agreement reached at Telus Employer Solutions - BCGEU
Unionized workers at Telus Employer Solutions (formerly TSSI), who provide payroll services to the B.C. Government, have reached a tentative agreement with their employer, the BC Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU) announced today.
"This was a challenging round of bargaining for our members, who recently voted 100 per cent in favour of a strike vote to back up their bargaining deman...
May 31, 2019
Labour Code amendments give workers and unions more power - BCGEU
B.C.'s Labour Code is the rule book for how workers organize to join unions as well as how unionized workers and their employers interact. Despite its importance to working people and unions, the Code had gone without an update for more than 15 years until the provincial government launched a legislative review process in 2018. Your union made a submission to that process that recommended a ser...
May 31, 2019
The Provincial magazine - Spring 2019 - BCGEU
The spring issue of The Provincial magazine is finished and ready to download. Featured in this issue:
BCGEU News – Reports on BC Budget 2019, the money laundering inquiry and the BCGEU's centennial celebration.
Community Social Services – Reports on initiatives in the CSS sector.
Campaigns – Updates on our Affordable BC, Shop Public and A Day Without Admin campaigns.
BCGEU Community News
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May 29, 2019
Salvation Army – Southview Heights and Terrace tentative agreement reached - ...
A tentative settlement has been reached at Southview Heights and Terrace.
Ratification meeting and voting will take place:
When: Friday May 31st, 2019
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Where: Southview Heights and Terrace Boardroom 58 St E Vancouver, BC V5S 4V2
In Solidarity,
Your Bargaining Committee:
Izabela Stachurski, Bargaining Committee MemberLoretta Bernabe, Bargaining Com...
May 29, 2019
Local 410/411 Nomination Results - BCGEU
We want to take this opportunity to advise you of the results and congratulate the successful candidates. Congratulations David Ho (Local Chair), Jill Fraser (Local 1st Vice Chair) and Desiree Lillico (2nd Vice Chair) on your new positions on the Local 0411/10 Executive.
The Local Executives are:
Chair:
David Ho
1st Vice Chair:
Jill Fraser
2nd Vice Chair:
Desiree Lillico
Treasu...
May 28, 2019
Join us as we celebrate 100 years of the BCGEU - BCGEU
Share your union stories!
Back in 1919, workers came together to form what we know today as the BCGEU. As part of our Centennial celebrations,
we're looking back at the many ways that our union has impacted our worksites and communities throughout the years.
Be a part of telling the story of our history in your community through events, photos, and more.
Have something to share or want to b...
May 28, 2019
Notice of Election of Fleetwood Villa Bargaining Committee - BCGEU
Your collective agreement expires on June 30, 2019, and the Union is beginning preparations to conduct negotiations for your renewal collective agreement.
That means that a new bargaining committee must be elected to represent all BCGEU members of Fleetwood Villa. The Chairperson must be elected by membership vote and the remaining seats on the committee must be elected separately. Please note...
May 28, 2019
Notice Of Election Of Well Being Services - GSV Bargaining Committee - BCGEU
Your collective agreement expires on July 31, 2019, and the Union is beginning preparations to conduct negotiations for your renewal collective agreement.
That means that a new bargaining committee must be elected to represent all BCGEU members of Well-Being Services (GSV) Ltd.The Chairperson must be elected by membership vote and the remaining seats on the committee must be elected separately...
May 28, 2019
Bargaining Update for Salvation Army Harbour Light - BCGEU
Your newly elected bargaining committee met last week to start preparations for bargaining. We discussed issues that you raised since we were last in bargaining and reviewed all of the surveys that you sent in, as the first step in developing our proposal package.
Before we meet with the Employer at the bargaining table, we want to meet with you.Join us in the Anchor on Wednesday, June 12, 2019...
May 28, 2019
Ratification Results for Amica at Somerset House - BCGEU
We are very happy to inform you that the tentative collective agreement has been ratified by 93%, with a strong turnout for the vote.Our next steps will be to proof and finalize the agreement. Once that's done, we will provide you with copies at the worksite.Thank you for the great response to our surveys, which gave us a clear picture of your priorities.We appreciate all of your support during...
May 27, 2019
Casino workers vote to join B.C.'s leading union in the gaming sector - BCGEU
A strong majority want to be a part of the union.
(Victoria, B.C.) Over 130 employees across five departments at Elements Casino Victoria voted to join the BC Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU) to fight for job security, better wages, fairness and a voice at their workplace. The positive vote to join was 87%, with 82% of workers casting a ballot. These workers join over 3,400 casin...