NEWS & UPDATES
April 29, 2019
BCGEU Defends Two-Tier Wages in Community Services Sector - BCGEU
BCGEU president Stephanie Smith draws on her experience as an early childhood educator to explain her frustration with the debate over a pay increase that's only going to unionized workers in the community social services sector. Smith said the complaints about the selective raises reminded her of the children's story about the Little Red Hen. Read more... UWU/MoveUP
April 26, 2019
Join us at Day of Mourning ceremonies across B.C. - BCGEU
BCGEU members from communities around our province will be attending Day of Mourning events on April 28th. Some will be there to honour and remember their co-workers and family members. Some will attend to show solidarity with those who have been affected by the death of a worker. The provincial government will be lowering flags on all provincial government buildings to honour the day.
In 2018...
April 24, 2019
Richmond Distribution Centre Member BBQ - BCGEU
Please come and see us for a bite to eat and a chance to say hello to your Union.
Join us for hot dogs and all the fixings.
Date: April 30, 2019
Time: 10:00am - 2:30pm
Location: Richmond Distribution Centre
We look forward to seeing you there!
In solidarity,
Your 503 Local Executive, 603 Local Executive, 1203 Local Executive and 2003 Local Executive
Download PDF of notice here
UWU/MoveUP
April 23, 2019
Area 10 members - Join us for a Meet and Greet - BCGEU
We are incredibly excited to announce President Stephanie Smith, Treasurer Paul Finch, Executive Vice President Joanna Lord and Component Vice President Judy Fox-McGuire will be in Dawson Creek May 4th and would love the opportunity to meet you and answer any questions you may have. We invite you and your family to this special member event to enjoy great company, appetizers and light refreshme...
April 16, 2019
STEP UP Education Session - BCGEU
You are invited to join us and your fellow BCGEU members for a day of education at the Peace River Area Office.
STEP UP, our introductory, one-day course, will introduce you to the BCGEU, explore our common values, union culture, and our diverse community of members. Through stories of solidarity and courage, you will gain the strength and support you need to begin your journey as a new or retu...