LOCAL 846
November 18, 2019 Bulletin # 091
ARBITRATION UPDATE
We have now completed 35 days of hearings. There are 4 dates scheduled for December; 3rd, 6th, 19th and 20th. Canada Post has used 15 hearing dates so far. When the Arbitrator asked about how much longer they need to complete their case, the answer from their counsel was vague. He never really answered the question but stated they think they have 3 or 4 more witnesses to go.
The Federal election takes place on October 21. There are many issues for CUPW members to think about before casting your ballot.
Issue — National Pharmacare Plan
The parties’ positions on a National Pharmacare plan
| National Pharmacare Plan | Conservatives | Greens | Liberals | NDP |
| Andrew Scheer has said he only supports a National Pharmacare plan to “fill in the gaps” | Support a National Pharmacare Plan | Are in favour of a National Pharmacare Plan, but since 2015 have not introduced any legislation to implement a National Pharmacare Plan | Have been campaigning for a National Pharmacare plan for many years. Strongly support this |
Please be advised that there is an upcoming Regional Education to take place from November 2-4, 2019.
The deadline to submit applications to the Local has been extended to Monday, October 7, 2019 at 2pm.
Information on the courses offered and the application form can be found below.
At the Maritime Labour Center, 111 Victoria Dr. Vancouver
Saturday, October 26th, 6 – 11 PM
The CUPW Vancouver local is excited to announce our first ever combined Diwali and Halloween celebration and dance. Come in your traditional South Asian dress or your favourite Halloween costume. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 draw, music, dancing, games and more!
Food will be provided, drinks will be available (cash bar),
Admission is by a $5 donation for members, $20 for friends, family and guests. Tickets are available through Anju Parmar (PPC) or
Jim McCurrach by emailing [email protected]
This is a licensed 19+ event, NO MINORS.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT DONATED TO SHE WAY.
DUE TO THE TERMS OF OUR LIQUOR LICENSE, ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED TO 300 MEMBERS.
Tickets for members are only $5 in advance, but all tickets for members and nonmembers will be $20 at the door, if any space is left. If you do not buy your ticket in advance, you may be turned away once we reach capacity.
THE DEADLINE TO ORDER TICKETS IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18th
In Solidarity,
Anju Parmar, 3rd Vice President Jim McCurrach, Organizing Director
It’s that time of year again! The CUPW annual BBQ is coming up on SATURDAY, AUGUST 17th from 11am – 3pm at Fraser River Park, 8705 Angus Drive in Vancouver, near the South Vancouver Delivery Depot.
EVERYONE WELCOME, BRING YOUR FAMILY!
WE WILL ALSO BE DRAWING THE WINNER OF THE LOCAL WIDE 50/50 DRAW AT THE BBQ
*Due to limited seating we are asking that individuals bring their own blankets or camp chairs.*
Sunday July 28, 2019 1pm
Maritime Labour Centre
111 Victoria Dr Vancouver, BC
AGENDA FOR THE JULY GMM:
In Solidarity,
Chris Zukowsky
President
50/50 tickets will be available throughout, with the draw at end of the GMM.
*Please note there is free parking in the rear of the building off of Pandora St. and access to the building is from this parking area.
*Sign Language Interpreters have been confirmed.
June 13, 2019 Bulletin # 080
Day 15
On Day 15, Toni MacAfee – Atlantic Regional Education and Organization Officer testified about negative, non-medical comments that Canada Post management was telling Great-West Life/Morneau Shepell Case Managers to enter in employees’ STDP files. After that, Geoff Bickerton – Director of Research testified on the history of Group 1 staffing and how we have fought for many years to maximize full-time employment and how important this issue is to us.