COUNTDOWN TO NEGOTIATIONS
The Urban Collective Agreement between Canada Post and CUPW expires on January 31st, 2024. As always, the contract will remain in full force and effect past that date while negotiations are underway. The Union’s goal is to negotiate in a good faith, however, negotiations are a two-way street of give and take. The Union is not willing to give in on our key demands and we will not let the corporation take back our gains from past rounds of negotiations. These negotiations will determine the future of our wages and working conditions at Canada Post. During negotiations, the Union will be producing bulletins and information about progress on our demands and the developments at the bargaining table. Anything you hear outside of official communications is only a rumour and should not be taken as fact. Remember that our success at the bargaining table depends upon the support and solidarity of the membership.
CHRISTMAS CASUALS TAKE NOTE
Watch your pay stubs! Every year, Canada Post has incorrectly deducted union dues from the pay period that begins in December and ends in January, even if you didn’t actually work at any time in January. If this happens to you, please contact Secretary- Treasurer Kevin Biggs at (604) 685 6581 Extension 4 or [email protected]. Keep copies of your pay stubs, these will be necessary to get your refund. However, if you did work on any day in January, Union dues must be paid for that month.
THE VANCOUVER LOCAL CELEBRATES ONE YEAR AT OUR NEW OFFICES!!
On November 17th, 2022, the Vancouver Local officially took possession of our new offices at #109 – 4238 Lozells Ave in Burnaby. Since then, we have nearly completed our renovations to build four new offices, including a private office for advocates working on grievances and WCB appeals. For decades, Vancouver Local members have wanted us to own a building instead of renting, and now we have a permanent home for members present and future. Thank you to everyone who has come to visit in the past year and we hope to see more members visit us in person soon!
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF DURING PEAK SEASON
As the holiday season is upon us and members are working longer hours as the volumes increase, it’s important to look after your wellbeing at work. Working longer hours, or having a lack of sleep can cause increased stress, anxiety, and increased sleep deprivation. We urge everyone to drink lots of fluids, eat full proper, nutritious meals, and take care of your self during this festive season.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON, AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!
In Solidarity,
Anju Parmar, President
LB/CUPE cupe 3338