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April 08, 2025
Local 604 - April 2025 Newsletter - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
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April 04, 2025
Patients and LifeLabs workers rally for fair deal - BC General Employees' Uni...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 4, 2025Patients and LifeLabs workers rally for fair deal BURNABY, B.C. (Coast Salish Territories) – Bringing together striking LifeLabs workers and the patients that rely on them, the B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) and the BC Health Coalition will hold a joint rally in Burnaby, B.C. on Sunday, April 6, 2025, to support the fight for a fair deal. “LifeLabs work...
April 03, 2025
Day of Mourning 2025 - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Every year, on April 28, BCGEU members across the province come together to honour and remember co-workers and family members who were injured, made sick or killed because of something that happened at work.It is critical that we all remember those workers and reiterate our commitment to fight for the living to prevent further tragedies.Here are a few ways you can acknowledge Day of Mourning on...
April 01, 2025
STOP America’s Leeches – Lower Mainland Lab Workers Need You - BC General Emp...
Are you tired of the long waits and wrap-around lines to get into LifeLabs? Are you worried about the Americanization of our healthcare system?These concerns are connected. By standing with our local LifeLabs members who are on strike in the Lower Mainland and communities across B.C., you're speaking out on both issues. Join them for a solidarity rally on Sunday, April 6, 12:00 pm (NOON) to 2:0...
April 01, 2025
Rapid Grievance Tribunal - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Rapid Grievance Tribunal
So far this round of bargaining, discussions have been focused on key non-monetary proposals. One of the most important to our committee is the Rapid Grievance Tribunal. Here's why:
ISSUE:
The length of time it takes to settle grievances is too long – especially for simple grievances like:
union leave denial
vacation denial
overtime bypasses
other, simple, str...
March 31, 2025
March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility - We aspire to a world made in the image ...
March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility
"We aspire to a world made in the image of everyday people"
Statement from BCGEU's Executive Vice-President and Chair of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Committee Tristen Wybou
Quality, universal healthcare; secure, affordable housing; respectful workplaces; jobs that pay the bills (without breaking our backs and spirits). What do all of these goals have in common?
They'r...
March 31, 2025
Media Release - BCGEU pleased with government appointment of Special Mediator...
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BCGEU pleased with government appointment of Special Mediator in ferries disputeBURNABY, B.C. (Coast Salish Territories) – The B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) bargaining committee representing workers at Western Pacific Marine (WPM) is pleased that the Ministry of Labour has assigned a Special Mediator to work with the two parties to reach a fair agreement in their l...
March 28, 2025
Paul Finch addresses some FAQ in new video - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
In a new video, Paul Finch, BCGEU President and Chair of the Public Service Bargaining Committee, gives an update on bargaining, and answers some commonly asked questions from members like you.
One question that many members have raised why we have taken a pause in contract negotiations. Paul outlines the many reasons for which there has been a break, such as the need to consult with members a...
March 28, 2025
Media Release - Striking LifeLabs workers to hold rally for fair deal - BC Ge...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, March 28, 2025Striking LifeLabs workers to hold rally for fair dealLifeLabs workers on strike in Kamloops aren't just picketing for fair wages. They're fighting to stop the constant turnover of staff and long wait times at Patient Service Centres, and the negative impact this has on patient care."LifeLabs workers receive 4-16% below what others in their industry get...
March 26, 2025
American ownership of LifeLabs, have your say - BC General Employees' Union (...
Why is an American company sucking millions of public health dollars out of B.C.? Take action here: https://www.handsoffourhealthcare.ca
Did you know that BCGEU members working at LifeLabs are up against an American Fortune 500 company as they strike for a fair contract? After buying LifeLabs last summer for $1.3 billion, Quest Diagnostics now owns the lab testing services we all need to take ...
March 21, 2025
BCGEU Files Complaint Against Western Pacific Marine for Bad Faith Bargaining...
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March 21, 2025
BCGEU Files Complaint Against Western Pacific Marine for Bad Faith Bargaining
BURNABY, B.C. (Coast Salish Territories) – After weeks of extensive bargaining in an attempt to reach a fair agreement, the B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) is filing a formal complaint of bad faith bargaining against Western Pacific Marine (WPM) with the Labour Relations Boa...
March 21, 2025
March bargaining update - BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)
Bargaining dates confirmed for April
Your bargaining committee will be meeting with the employer on April 22-25 in Vancouver and again on April 28-30 in Victoria.
The focus of bargaining so far has been on non-monetary proposals – these are issues that don't have a direct monetary cost (check out past bulletins on your bargaining hub for more details on discussions so far). Monetary negotia...
March 13, 2025
Reminder: If sick, don’t attend BCGEU activities - BC General Employees' Unio...
Reminder: if you have flu-like symptoms, please do not visit BCGEU area offices or attend BCGEU related activities (including bargaining meetings, rallies, etc.) until your symptoms are gone.Symptoms may include cough, sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, fever, sore throat, difficulty breathing, muscle aches and pain.Until your symptoms resolve, avoid close contact with others and stay home unless ...
March 13, 2025
REMINDER: Registration for the Activist Appreciation Banquet closes on Friday...
We are just extending a reminder that if you have not registered for this year's Activist Appreciation Banquet you have until Friday, March 14th at 5 pm to RSVP using the link below.
As a "Thank You" for your dedication and commitment to the membership of our Union, you and a guest are cordially invited to attend the 2025 Activist Appreciation Banquet. We hope you will take the opportunity to e...
March 11, 2025
Western Pacific Marine pulls the rug out on BCGEU members and Kootenays commu...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, March 11, 2025Western Pacific Marine pulls the rug out on BCGEU members and Kootenays communityFerry operator slashes wage offers in latest bargaining session, below previous offersBURNABY, B.C. (Coast Salish Territories) - Following weeks of seemingly productive bargaining between Western Pacific Marine (WPM) and the B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) bargainin...
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