NEWS & UPDATES
March 26, 2021
Day of Mourning 2021 - 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. Because of COVID-19, our coming together this year will once again look different but will be no less important. In 2020, 173 workers died due to work, and with many jurisdictions concerned...
March 23, 2021
All BCGEU Members at People's Law School - Call for Nominations for One Barga...
We are calling for nominations to sit on the Bargaining committee for the upcoming round of negotiations with the Employer. There is one (1) position available. If there is more than one nomination submitted an election will be conducted. Deadline for the return of nominations is Wednesday, April 24 at 4:00 pm. Nominations forms may be returned by one of the following options:
In person at th...
March 23, 2021
Native Education College - Labour/Management Committee meeting - Call for Age...
In accordance with Article 8.3(f) of your collective agreement, your Joint Labour/Management committee has scheduled their next meeting on April 13, 2021.
The Joint Labour/Management meeting is intended as an open forum wherein matters of mutual concern and benefit can be freely and candidly discussed to promote a co-operative resolution of workplace concerns before they become larger issues. I...
March 22, 2021
All BCGEU Members at NEC Native Education College - Bargaining Committee Nomi...
Call for Nominations Nominations are now open for a bargaining committee to negotiate renewal of the collective agreement with the employer. Members elect a bargaining committee to work with the union staff representative and other elected leaders to help ensure their voices are heard and interests are protected and advanced through the bargaining process. The bargaining committee has three pos...
March 20, 2021
Update on frontline workers prioritized for COVID-19 immunization - BCGEU
For months the BCGEU has been working hard to make sure frontline essential workers would be offered vaccines as soon as possible. This week's announcement that more than 300,000 front-line workers will be eligible for immunization starting in April is great news-especially for thousands of BCGEU members in child-care and corrections who are among the priority groups listed. However, thousan...
March 19, 2021
All BCGEU Component 7 BC NDP Constituency Assistants - Shop Stewards - BCGEU
We are pleased to advise a number of members have stepped forward to be stewards. You can reach out to any of the stewards below if you have a question or need support. The BC NDP Constituency Assistant Stewards are:
Name
Area
Email
Andrea McDonald
North Island
[email protected]
Angelika Brunner
West Kootenay
[email protected]
Candy Ashdown
Fraser Valley
...
March 19, 2021
All BCGEU Members at BC NDP MLAs - Results of Election for Bargaining Committ...
The results are in and elected as a member on our Bargaining Committee is: DEANNA FASCIANI Congratulations to Deanna and thank you to all the candidates for letting your names stand for election. Bargaining with the employer will reconvene, on March 30th and April 6th, following a long delay which was a result of the provincial election. Your Bargaining Committee is looking forward to resuming ...
March 18, 2021
Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of BC - Bargaining surveys and...
The current NCCABC collective agreement expired on March 31, 2021.
Your bargaining committee met on March 17 and 18 to prepare for bargaining. To develop proposals that reflect the priorities of members, we need to hear from you. We have prepared an online survey and scheduled membership meetings and encourage you to take the time to let us know what issues are important to you. Details are bel...
March 17, 2021
2021 BCGEU Scholarships - BCGEU
Applications for the 2021 BCGEU Scholarship program are now closed.
Our annual scholarship program of $60,000 offers awards of $2,000 for full-time students and $1,000 for part-time students. Scholarships are funded by the dues of our 80,000 members.
Eligibility
A BCGEU member in good standing, or related to a current, retired or deceased BCGEU member or staff; and
A student or prospective pos...
March 16, 2021
New Union Steward - LeadNow Society - BCGEU
The Union is pleased to announce that Kira McLean has been acclaimed as a steward (Alternate) for the Vancouver office. Below is a list of your current BCGEU stewards at LeadNow Society:Vancouver Office:
Cherry Tsoi Kira McLean (Alternate)
Toronto Office:
Simran Ghuman Jonathan Ackerley (Alternate)
If you have any questions regarding workplace issues or your collective agreement, please contact...
March 16, 2021
BC Family Maintenance Agency (BCFMA) - Classification and Compensation Review...
As you know, your union and employer agreed in the last round of bargaining to undertake a classification and compensation review. The parties agreed the review would reflect the principles of pay equity, including gender-based pay equity, and would result in a joint proposal to government.
The BCGEU and BCFMA have discussed a draft terms of reference (TOR) for a working group to lead the revie...
March 16, 2021
BC NDP MLAs (Constituency Assistants) - Bargaining Committee Election – Exten...
Deadline to cast your vote for member of the Bargaining Committee has been extended to: 5:00pm on Thursday, March 18th, 2021.
We have received a number of requests for ballots from members that haven't received one. This is probably because we do not have their correct email address on file with the union. If you know of another member that didn't receive a copy of the bulletin or a ballot, ple...
March 15, 2021
LeadNow Society, Vancouver Office - BCGEU
This is a reminder that the nomination period for 1 (one) alternate steward position at your worksite closes today at 5 p.m. (PDT).
Some of the roles of a steward are:
Helping co-workers interpret and understand their collective agreement.
Supporting co-workers in meetings with management.
Listening to co-workers about their issues.
Acting as a liaison between the worksite, the union local an...
March 12, 2021
Legal Aid BC (Legal Services Society) - Renewed Collective Agreement - BCGEU
The renewed 2020 to 2023 collective agreement between the BCGEU and Legal Aid BC (Legal Services Society) is now available on the BCGEU website. You may locate the agreement by following this direct link or by entering "Legal Services Society" on the Collective Agreement Search page.
In solidarity,
Ryan StewartStaff Representative, Negotiations
Download PDF of notice here UWU/MoveUP
March 12, 2021
BCGEU Members in Area 12 (Terrace-Kitimat) - Cross Component Committee Event ...
Event: Snow Valley Winter WonderlandLocation: Snow Valley Nordic Ski Club, Terrace-KitimatDate: March 15 to End of Season
The Snow Valley Nordic Ski Club is a non-profit organization for outdoor winter enthusiasts! The Club is located at the Onion Lake Ski Trails between Terrace and Kitimat on Highway 37, and features: • Groomed Trails for Classic Cross Country or Skate Skiing• NEW! Snowshoe &...
March 09, 2021
Our union and the full return to on-campus education - BCGEU
As you are aware, Dr. Bonnie Henry, the provincial health officer, and Anne Kang, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training, yesterday advised the presidents of all public colleges and universities for a full return to on-campus education this September.I understand that many of you will welcome this plan as it will assist with workload issues. For others, it will raise concerns. Safet...
March 09, 2021
BC NDP MLAs (Constituency Assistants) - Bargaining committee elections - BCGEU
We are pleased to advise you that we have received six nominations for the vacant position of member on the Bargaining Committee:
Deanna FascianiRobert Hill Emily White Noah MitchellNadja KomnenicFred Robertson
*Please see the candidate's biographies/information attached, below.
VOTING PROCEDURE
The ballot will be conducted electronically for this election process. You will receive a second ema...
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