tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10257028450984618112024-03-13T06:27:13.663-07:00UNIFOR Local 592, Port Alberni, B.C.UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.comBlogger325125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-65147528100341319912018-06-28T21:07:00.000-07:002018-06-28T21:07:24.293-07:00RatificationThe membership of Unifor Local 592 has voted to accept the new collective agreement.<br />
The other Unifor Locals in Catalyst have also voted to accept.<br />
We look forward to implementing the 2018-2021 agreement with the company.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-2930951145424588352018-06-20T22:17:00.000-07:002018-06-20T22:17:03.565-07:00Special Meeting Notice- Tentative Agreement & VotingOur Local wage delegates, along with those of the other Unifor Locals, have reached a tentative agreement with Catalyst. This agreement will be presented to the membership at two special meetings.<div>
The meetings will take place on <b>Monday June 25</b>, 2018 in the afternoon at 1pm and in the evening at 7:30pm. Our area rep and the wage delegates will attend both meetings to answer questions about the proposed collective agreement.</div>
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The membership will then have three days to think about the tentative agreement before making a decision. <b>Voting</b> on the agreement will take place <b>Thursday, June 28</b>, 2018, at the Hansen Hall, which will be open for this purpose from 2-7pm. This is not a meeting, just a vote.</div>
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All Members of 592 should attend a meeting and later cast their vote.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-80630162884734513952018-06-14T19:48:00.002-07:002018-06-14T19:48:50.915-07:00June General MeetingThe next General Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 18. 7pm at Hansen Hall. We are looking for members in good standing who would be interested in the Financial Secretary/ Treasurer or a Trustee position on the Executive.<br />
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The previous strike vote was suspended, as the company reached out to the Unifor Locals with bargaining dates. This past week our wage delegates, along with the other Unifor Locals, have returned to the table to bargain with Catalyst over main wage & CCAA items.<br />
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We hope to have good news soon from our wage delegates. Please attend the general meeting!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-54925708971199504202018-05-22T11:19:00.002-07:002018-05-22T11:19:57.288-07:00Strike Vote ScheduledLocal 592 will be holding a vote to give our wage delegates a strike mandate. Two special meetings will be held on Wednesday May 30th, at 2pm and 7:30 pm. Voting will be held at each meeting.<br />
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Ongoing contract negotiations have reached an impasse, with no further negotiating dates set. The Catalyst Locals wage delegates have decided to move to the next step.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-28679763167716068732017-09-22T14:06:00.000-07:002017-09-22T14:06:25.852-07:002017 Bargaining ApproachingBrothers and Sisters,<br />
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It's a been a tough year in the Mill. Local 592 is being challenged on all sides. On the shop floor, everyone wants to know- "What's happening with the new contract?"<br />
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The good news: Most of the other Unifor and PPWC Locals in the pulp and paper industry around the province have already accepted the Pattern Agreement, or at least agreed to it in principle.<br />
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More good news: Thanks to the hard work of our Wage Delegates, we are in an excellent bargaining position. We have strong ties, close communication, and solidarity with the other Catalyst Locals- both Unifor and PPWC- and some very experienced negotiators on our side. It's time for us- all the Mills, every Member- to stand together, and demand that we be treated fairly.<br />
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It was great to see so many of you at the last General Meeting, and I hope to see even more of you for the next meeting on October 18. 7pm at the Hansen Hall- be there!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-19922882052399650482017-01-08T15:33:00.004-08:002017-01-08T15:33:47.547-08:00JanuaryThe next General Meeting is Monday, January 16th, at 7pm. See you at the Hansen Hall.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-65751284363455031592016-12-06T16:58:00.000-08:002016-12-08T06:51:22.359-08:00December EventsHello Brothers and Sisters,<br />
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Just so that everyone is aware, the re-vote for President will take place at the Mill Gates on Dec 9, 14, 15. This a bit rushed, but the best we could do to allow each crew a chance to vote.<br />
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Because of the additional voting, the General Meeting has been moved to <b>Friday, December 16th</b>, 7:00pm, to allow for swearing-in of officers. The annual Union social will be held immediately afterward. Please mark your calendars!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMZ0tpcVdfWnJUZGM">December Forward Look</a> (minus the signatures on the cover) is now online.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-86159356910078192602016-11-15T21:48:00.001-08:002016-11-15T21:48:38.097-08:00November NominationsHello Local 592,<br />
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The next General meeting is November 21st, 7pm at the Hall. We will have nominations for the 2017 Executive officers. Show up, nominate someone, or let your name stand. See you there!<br />
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The November Forward Look is online <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMajhxUHhOVDR5ck0">here</a>.<br />
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- 592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-33579406789248692852016-09-08T11:00:00.000-07:002016-09-17T22:07:02.848-07:00Back in SeptemberHello Brother and Sisters,<br />
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The next General Meeting is September 19th, at 7pm. Come and find out what's been happening over the summer, ask questions, and see how your Local is doing. See you at the Hansen Hall!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMUG90bWJCOXhLcjg">September Forward Look</a> is now online.<br />
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Local 592 sent two of our Trustees as delegates to the 2nd Unifor National Convention, which was held this August 2016. Here's a link to a video summary of the Convention: <a href="https://youtu.be/hsl1uUM0Eds">https://youtu.be/hsl1uUM0Eds</a><br />
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- 592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-220738203388918712016-06-10T21:00:00.002-07:002016-06-10T21:01:20.373-07:00June UpdateHello Brother and Sisters!<br />
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Summer is here, and the evenings are sunny and warm. But this month's General Meeting, on June 20th at 7 PM, will only take a couple hours of your time. Come up and find out what's happening with wage delegates, standing committee, safety, and vote on the proposed by-law changes. Your Union works better if you're involved! See you there,<br />
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Also, here's the<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMR1Q0V1RNeXdXSlE"> June Foward Look</a>.<br />
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- 592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-79304677953057240962016-03-08T18:27:00.000-08:002016-03-08T18:27:00.898-08:00March 2016 UpdateThe next General Meeting is March 21st, 2016. Be at the Hansen Hall by 7pm to hear the latest goings-on with your Union! There is a by-law notice of motion up on the Union board in the mill, this will be voted on at the meeting.<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMTG1ueGY0Y1B6dk0">March Foward Look</a> is now online, and in the Mill tomorrow.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-80744754917273960822016-02-02T16:18:00.000-08:002016-02-02T16:18:08.500-08:00February MeetingThe next General Meeting will be held at the Hansen Hall, on Monday February 15th, 7PM. Come out to the meeting for an update on Safety and other issues, it's your chance to ask questions and get involved. See you there!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMLTM3SWx3NzQ4QkE">February Forward Look</a> is now online, in the Mill Wednesday.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-69495278305766029882016-01-05T16:17:00.002-08:002016-01-05T16:17:36.583-08:00January MeetingHappy New Year Local 592!<br />
The January 2016 General Meeting has been moved to the 25th, the last Monday of the month.This is to avoid schedule conflict with the wage delegates being away. Your attendance at this meeting would be appreciated, as we will hold elections for committee positions, also vote on a by-law change, and the usual recommendations. Hope to see you there!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-xdwQrBMYLMcl9rc3FIYncxd28/view?usp=sharing">January Forward Look</a> is now online, and will be in the Mill Wednesday.<br />
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592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-20834665053047275272015-12-09T15:31:00.001-08:002015-12-09T15:31:57.961-08:00December Meeting & SocialBrother and Sisters,<br />
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You are invited to attend the last General Meeting of 2015, on Monday December 14. The meeting will be followed by the annual Social, where refreshments and beverages will be served. Stick around for some holiday cheer, and talk shop with your fellow members and new Executive!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-xdwQrBMYLMNkVwRmExNGpBZTg/view?usp=sharing">December Forward Look</a> is up now, and will be in the mill Thursday.<br />
Happy Holidays!<br />
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592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-80843888109050945222015-11-04T20:32:00.002-08:002015-11-04T20:32:50.955-08:00November MeetingHello Brothers and Sisters,<br />
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The November General Meeting on Monday the 16th is an important one. Your Union needs you- to let your name stand for one of the Executive positions! Any interested members are strongly encouraged to attend, or submit a letter to accept a position if you can't attend. Nominations will be held at the general meeting. This is your chance to get involved and shape your Union.<br />
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Also, the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-xdwQrBMYLMZXk3a1JvblR5NGM/view?usp=sharing">November Forward Look</a> is out. We're always looking for articles or letters from our Members.<br />
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See you at the General Meeting- 7pm!<br />
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In solidarity,<br />
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592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-28623994091649694572015-09-30T20:12:00.001-07:002015-09-30T20:12:35.369-07:00October General Meeting PostponedThe October General Meeting will be moved back by one week, because Monday the 19th is the day of the Federal Election. The Executive encourages everyone to get out there and vote! This election is a big one, with potentially much at stake for both you and your Union. Your vote counts.<br />
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The General Meeting will be held the following Monday, October 26, at the usual 7pm at the Hansen Hall. See you there!<br />
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In Solidarity,<br />
592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-34060530751885676172015-09-13T17:30:00.004-07:002015-09-13T17:30:50.459-07:00September General MeetingHello Brothers and Sisters!<br />
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September means the General Meetings are starting up again. Please join us at the Hansen Hall on the third Monday of every month, at 7pm, and find out what's going on with your Union! This month the meeting is on the 21st.<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMVWNVN1EzYWxEY0k">September Forward Look</a> is also now available online. If you have anything you'd like to contribute to the newsletter, please let any member of the Executive know.<br />
In Solidarity,<br />
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592 Recording SecretaryAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-16332664499771120442015-06-09T19:34:00.002-07:002015-06-09T19:34:24.780-07:00June MeetingHere's the <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMQzRXYzhXb1JFSDg&authuser=0">June Forward Look</a><br />
The next general meeting, possibly last one before the summer hiatus, is June 15, 7pm at Hansen Hall. Important motion regarding dues by-law will be voted on. See you there!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-81442448652054991582015-05-25T22:20:00.000-07:002015-05-25T22:20:18.903-07:00April Meeting and Notice of MotionHello Brothers and Sisters,<br />
Just a reminder that the next General Meeting will be Monday, June 15th at the Hall. It will be a good chance to discuss the actions and complications of this two-week curtailment we are undergoing.<br />
We will be voting on a motion to amend our Union dues deduction bylaw. The full Notice of Motion is posted outside the main locker room, and by the guardhouse. For more information, contact the Financial Secretary (Andy).UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-20808543092726658582015-05-07T12:39:00.002-07:002015-05-07T12:39:50.233-07:00Meetings and May NewsletterHello Brothers and Sisters!<br />
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The next General Membership meeting will be held Tuesday, May 19th, 2015. 7PM, at the Hansen Hall. Have a good weekend, and see you at the meeting!<br />
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The <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-xdwQrBMYLMZ0cxN3pnTnNGLWs&authuser=0">May Forward Look</a> is now available!UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-74024458876277628922015-04-29T09:55:00.002-07:002015-04-29T09:55:45.157-07:00Supported Caucus Rules of OrderAs a result of the special meetings held on April 27th, Local 592 has voted to support the Joint PPWC-Unifor Western Region Wage Caucus Rules of Order.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768787277641288908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-67995716958310888452015-04-10T14:00:00.000-07:002015-04-10T14:00:03.694-07:00April Forward LookThe April Forward Look is out now, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-xdwQrBMYLMVU9EQVBhQlRfbkE/view?usp=sharing">View it online</a> .<br />
We are always looking for letters or articles from any members of Local 592, current or retired. If you'd like to contribute, contact the recording secretary: recsec592@gmail.com<br />
See you at the next General Meeting on April 20th!UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-61571065277609497592015-04-07T21:23:00.001-07:002015-04-07T21:23:21.316-07:00April Special MeetingsTwo Special Meetings will be held to Vote on the Joint PPWC and Unifor Western Region Caucus Rules of Order. The meetings will be held at the Hansen Hall on Monday, April 27th, at 2PM and again at 7PM. Your vote counts!UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-928407233153921022015-03-29T10:14:00.003-07:002015-03-29T10:14:29.768-07:00April General MeetingThe next general meeting is April 20th, 2015. 7pm, at the Hall. There is a notice of motion posted in the Mill that will be voted on at this meeting; regarding 9hr shift trial in the shipping department. Attend and have your say!UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1025702845098461811.post-63619050212691698072015-03-04T17:27:00.000-08:002015-03-04T17:27:44.584-08:00United for FairnessNews:<br />
In the interests of the proud working people of UNIfor Locals 1, 76, 592, 1132, 686 and PPWC Local 2 we are united and resolved to achieve a fair collective bargain for our memberships in the upcoming negotiations in 2017.<br />
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In solidarity,<br />
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Rodney Dickinson,<br />
Recording Secretary Local 592UNIFOR Local 592http://www.blogger.com/profile/11325078369551640127noreply@blogger.com0