VANCOUVER LOCAL 846 OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH.
SPECIAL GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
September 1st, 6:30 Thursday,
Zoom Video/Phone Conference
You must register in advance for this meeting. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 31st at 6:30 pm.
Link to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcuiqrT0rGdeYktwKb5fM8pb-kOQu0KTh
*Due to the information needed to be sent to participants, and the time required to authenticate registrations, all participants must register by the deadline above. *Admission to the meeting will close fifteen (15) minutes from the start of the meeting.
New Business:
Whereas the Vancouver local is in the process of purchasing a property and;
Whereas the potential property requires the renovations and;
Whereas the Holding society has acquired 4 quotes from the contractors and;
Whereas this work will potentially be performed in the months of October/ November while we are in still our current location;
Therefore, be it resolved the Vancouver local holding Society be authorized to spend up to $200,000 for required renovations and moving costs.
In Solidarity,
Anju Parmar, President
(ASL Interpreter are confirmed )
Sincere Thanks to our Outgoing Officers
With the resignation of Brother Chris Zukowsky, Grievance Officer, and Brother Nicholas Aubichon, 2nd Vice President from the Vancouver Local we have two full time officer positions to fill. We will do so in accordance with our Bylaws at our August General Membership Meeting.
On behalf of the Vancouver Local, I would like to sincerely thank both Brother Zukowsky and Brother Aubichon for all of their hard work and efforts over the years. I can personally say I have learned a lot from both Chris and Nick, and they both have mentored numerous members, activists, stewards, and Executive members during their tenure in a wide variety of topics.
Brother Zukowsky has held numerous positions within the local. He started as a Shop Steward at the Richmond Delivery Center in 2007. Not long after that he became a member of the Vancouver local Executive as Recording Secretary (2010). Other positions held include the 1st Vice President (2014-19), President (2019-21), and Grievance officer (2021-22). His focus was always representing the membership to the best of his ability. He achieved many successful arbitration decisions, grievance wins, and spent numerous hours consulting with the employer to improve working conditions. Also, dedicated his efforts to help Letter Carriers, and MSC’s with his knowledge of the Letter Carrier Route Measurement System (LCRMS) and the Mail Service Courier Workload Structuring System (MSCWSS). He facilitated many courses on those subjects as well as others as a level 2 trained Facilitator.
Brother Aubichon similarly started as a Shop Steward at LCD1/Depot 74 in 2012. He then became a member of the executive as the Health and Safety director in 2017. Next step? 2nd Vice President of the Local in 2019. During his time representing the local he was a worker advocate for Work Safe BC claims and appeals for the members. He has sent countless submissions to the board to recoup wage loses for numerous members. Nick is very passionate about Health and Safety, facilitating many courses on the topic, as well as mentoring many others to become worker advocates themselves. Brother Aubichon also facilitated other courses such as Basic Shop Steward, Welcome to CUPW, and Violence/ Harassment prevention in the workplace.
We wish both Brother Aubichon and Brother Zukowsky all the best in their future endeavors and thank them for all their contributions to Vancouver Local 846, and CUPW in general.
In solidarity,
Blair Bancroft
1st Vice President
Vancouver Local 846 lb/CUPE-3338
ANNOUNCEMENT
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In Solidarity,
Vancouver local.
CUPW Vancouver Local BBQ
Where: Fraser River Park
When: August 20, 2022 4pm-8pm
Food should be ready by 5pm
What’s going on?
Food!
Burgers, Hot dogs, sausages!
Vegan options!
Organic frozen treats!
Local Wide 50/50 Draw
Tickets will be available for sale until 6 pm on the 20th
Estimated Jackpot of $800
Cash Carnival Games
Darts, Ping Pong toss, etc…
Prizes!
Proceeds go to Seniors 411
Lawn Games
Yardzee, Cornhole and more! 
Giant Bubbles
Henna Artist
Learn More about what’s going on in your local!
Fraser river park is a part of the Vancouver Open Alcohol Project. We are NOT serving alcohol at this event. We do ask that if you decide to consume alcohol that you do so responsibly and please do not drink and drive
In Solidarity,
Katie Poch,
Organizing Director
Vancouver Local Orange T Shirts
In honour of September 30, 2022
Truth and Reconciliation Day
Sizes available (unisex): S, M, L, XL, XXL,
Price: $25.00 each
To order contact 604-685-6581 ext 2
Or email [email protected]
Vancouver Local 846 CUPW lb/CUPE-3338
VANCOUVER LOCAL BASIC SHOP STEWARD COURSE
September 15, 16 and 17
8 A.M. – 4 P.M. (Thursday, Friday & Saturday)
*These courses will be held in person unless public health guidelines change*
This 3-day course is for Vancouver Local Members who are either interested in becoming Shop Stewards or want to learn more about their rights under the Collective Agreement.
Course prerequisite: You MUST have attended at least one (1) General Membership Meeting in the past twelve (12) months, prior to the course application deadline.
Please fill out the Vancouver Local Education application form legibly and in full. Must include your work location, shift, and days off. Partially completed or illegible applications will not be accepted.
Application Deadline: September 6th at Noon
Applications can be accepted by mail: CUPW Vancouver Local 130 – 111 Victoria Dr. Vancouver BC V5L 4C4, by fax (604)-685-4931, or, in person at the Union Office
In Solidarity,
Jamie McCurrach
Education Director Sr/CUPE-3338