NEWS & UPDATES
November 16, 2022
Single site order rescinded effective January 1, 2023 - BC General Employees'...
The B.C. Government recently announced that 'wage levelling,' which raised wages for workers in seniors' care and mental health facilities up to the provincial standard, would be made permanent. They also announced that the "Single Site Staffing Order" would be rescinded as of January 1, 2023.This means that if you were assigned to a single site during the pandemic, you will now be able to retu...
November 15, 2022
HSPBA - You have a tentative agreement. What comes next? - BC General Employe...
Your bargaining committee has been at work for over nine months to improve your wages, benefits, and working conditions. They've drafted, re-drafted, and finalized proposals that capture all the great ideas brought forward at our bargaining conference in October 2021. And they've pushed hard for the employer to address problems that have gone on for years.
Now, your bargaining committee has re...
November 10, 2022
Langley Lions Housing Society - Collective agreement ratification meeting - ...
Your Bargaining Committee has set meetings for Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 11am – 1pm, 2:15pm - 4pm in the Boardroom and 7pm - 9pm via Zoom link (see below) to discuss changes to your new tentative collective agreement.
Enclosed is the ratification document listing all the agreed-to changes. Please review this document prior to the meeting as you will be given an opportunity to have any ques...
November 10, 2022
Meeting for Vantage Living Inc. (Lakeside Manor) - BC General Employees' Unio...
Your bargaining committee invites you to attend an important membership meeting regarding the state of negotiations to renew the collective agreement and preparations for potential strike action.
Lakeside Manor Meeting Details
Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022Time: 7:30 PM to 8:30 PMHow: Zoom Videoconference or TeleconferenceCheck your email or speak with a member of your bargaining committee fo...
November 07, 2022
Election for Local 404 Executive - Treasurer BCGEU - BC General Employees' Un...
Further to our bulletin dated November 3rd wherein we advised there would be an election for the above noted position on the local executive, this is to advise that one of the two candidates has withdrawn their nomination and we no longer need an election.
Therefore, Tim Little has been acclaimed for the position of Treasurer on the Local 404 Executive.
Congratulations to Tim!
Vyas SaranStaff R...
November 04, 2022
Vantage Living Inc. Strike Vote Result - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Members at Vantage Living Inc. voted almost 84% in favour of a strike. This strong strike mandate sends a clear message to the Employer that its insulting monetary offer is unacceptable, and that you are united behind your bargaining committee to negotiate the fair deal that you deserve.Now What?Now that you have voted in favour of striking, we are in a legal position to action a strike, subjec...
November 04, 2022
HSPBA - Tentative agreement reached for Health Science - BC General Employees...
B.C.'s 22,000 specialized health professionals working in hospitals and communities around the province reached a tentative agreement on the evening of Wednesday, November 2, 2022, after more than eight months of negotiations between the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association (HSPBA) and Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC). The HSPBA bargaining committee went to the bargaini...
November 04, 2022
BCGEU Stands with Ontario CUPE Members - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
BCGEU stands in solidarity with Ontario education workers We condemn the Doug Ford government for their callous attack on 55,000 education workers and their rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.On Thursday, they made good on their reckless promise to pass legislation making it illegal for workers to strike and forcing a contract on them. Workers who disobey the ruling will b...
November 04, 2022
Winter School 2023 - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Winter School 2023 will be taking place in-person! We are so excited that our communities will be able to come together, to learn and discuss with peers and colleagues at the upcoming Winter School. As we continue to work with the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) on updating you with further details, please complete your registration application form to express your interest in attending. Please ...
November 03, 2022
Election for Local 404 Executive - Treasurer - BC General Employees' Union (B...
The BCGEU is holding an election for the Treasurer position on the Local 404 Executive. Candidate statements were not provided. Your candidates are as follows:
TreasurerRosario VirayTim Little
The election will be done by an electronic ballot (e-vote). You will receive an email with voting information from [email protected] . We ask that you add this new email address as a contact. Thi...
November 03, 2022
Harbour Light Detox member meeting - Thursday, November 10 - BC General Emplo...
Friends,
I am writing to invite you to a membership meeting scheduled for 1500 hours, Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 312 Main (and Cordova), Reach Room. The entrance is off Cordova.
Discussion Topics
Employer's Application for Membership in the HEABC
Wage Adjustment
Bargaining
Questions and Answers
If you are unable to attend in person, please feel free to attend virtually. The Zoom link is ...
November 01, 2022
Seeking Members Interested in Health & Safety at Whitecliff Retirement Reside...
Getting involved with Occupational Health & Safety is a great way for union members to contribute. As a safety committee member, you will help ensure your employer is following OH&S regulations. You can raise the profile of health and safety and improve your working environment. Would you like to serve on an Occupational Health & Safety Committee at your worksite?
Expressions of int...
November 01, 2022
L403 General Meeting - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
When: Wednesday, November 16, 2022Time: Executive Only 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm General Membership 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm WHERE: VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOMRE: Local 403 General Meeting
Please contact Lower Mainland area office for Zoom information
MEETING AGENDA
• Welcome and Introductions• Bargaining updates• General Business
In sol,Mahen RamdharryLoc...
October 28, 2022
Local 402 Members - Update for Local Executive Nominations - BC General Emplo...
Nominations have now closed for your local executive. The Union is pleased to announce the results are as follows:
Congratulations to the new executive members. In solidarity Mahen RamdharryComponent 4 Vice President Sean AntrimBCGEU Staff RepresentativeDownload PDF of notice here
UWU/MoveUP
October 28, 2022
405 members at Halcyon Assisted Living Society (Moberly Park Manor) - Ratific...
Your Bargaining Committee is pleased to report that on Thursday, October 27, 2022, the tentative agreement between the BCGEU and All BCGEU members employed at Halcyon Assisted Living Society (Moberly Park Manor) was unanimously ratified by the membership. We would like to thank you for your support through this round of bargaining. As well, we would like to thank you for taking the time to cast...
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