2011

The Quiet Erosion of Canada's Regulation System
Machinists' News

In Canada, regulations adopted by every level of government have historically helped to make this one of the safest, most desirable places to raise a family. But a slow, steady, and quiet erosion of regulations by our governments put Canadians’ health, safety and well-being increasingly at risk. This primer on regulation, by the CCPA’s Trish Hennessy, tells the story of Canada’s slippery slide into deregulation. It also provides resource information

Boart Longyear pourrait mettre en œuvre l’OTHR dans un nouveau contrat de travail!
Communiqués

North Bay, ON – Les membres de la section locale 2412 de l’AIMTA ont ratifié une nouvelle convention collective avec Boart Longyear, qui prévoit la mise en œuvre possible du programme d’OTHR (Organisation du travail à haut rendement). « L’employeur compte ajouter des chaînes de fabrication de tiges dans ses installations de North Bay, mais c’était conditionnel à la conclusion d’une entente, explique Colin Cherry, représentant de la Grande loge

Boart Longyear May Implement HPWO in New Deal!
News Releases

North Bay, ON – The members of IAMAW Local Lodge 2412 have ratified a new collective agreement with Boart Longyear, which includes the possible implementation of the HPWO – High Performance Work Organization programme. “The employer is introducing more rod lines to its North Bay operation and this is tied to having a signed agreement going forward,” explained IAMAW Grand Lodge Representative Colin Cherry. “With the agreement in place, the

Un joyau de nouvelle entente avec Kingsway Arms!
Communiqués

Bowmanville, ON – Les membres de la section locale 1295 de l’AIMTA à l’emploi de Kingsway Arms Inc. sont très heureux d’avoir ratifié une nouvelle convention collective. « Nous sommes extrêmement satisfaits de cette entente, qui comprend notamment l’ajout du régime de retraite de l’AIM ainsi que plusieurs autres bonifications », explique Paul Mitchell, agent d’affaires directeur du district 78 de l’AIMTA. L’entente d’une durée de trois ans prévoir des

New Kingsway Arms Agreement Considered a Gem!
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Bowmanville, ON – Members of IAMAW Local Lodge 1295 employed by Kingsway Arms Incorporated are all smiles after ratifying a new collective agreement. ‘We’re extremely pleased with this agreement which includes the introduction of the IAM Pension Plan as well as improvements in many benefit areas,” explained IAMAW District Lodge 78 Directing Business Representative Paul Mitchell. The three-year agreement provides for wage increases of 1.5 per cent in the first

Machinists Break New Ground with Moduline!
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Penticton, BC – The IAMAW has broken new ground in its latest collective agreement with Moduline Industries Canada Limited. “For the first time, our workers over the age of 55 or with 30 years seniority can volunteer for a reduced work week schedule,” said IAMAW District Lodge 250 Directing Business Representative Stan Pickthall. The language calls for a four-day workweek and the participants must sign up for one calendar year

Les Machinistes font œuvres de pionniers avec Moduline!
Communiqués

Penticton, BC – L’AIMTA a fait œuvre de pionnière lors de la signature de sa dernière convention collective avec Moduline Industries Canada Limited. « Pour la première fois, nos travailleurs âgés de 55 ans et plus ou ayant 30 années d’ancienneté peuvent demander une semaine de travail réduite », affirme Stan Pickthall, agent d’affaires directeur du district 250 de l’AIMTA. Le libellé exige une semaine de travail de quatre jours

National Precision Workers Join Machinists!
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Montréal, QC – Workers at National Precision are the newest members of IAMAW Local Lodge 1758. “Health and Safety issues were the main reasons these workers sought protection and representation with the Machinists,” explained Hélène Fréchette, IAMAW District Lodge 11 Organizer. “Once these workers had a chance to talk with IAMAW District 11 Business Representative Pierre Brisebois, Luc Morasse, President of Local Lodge 1758 and other lodge officers, their choice

DCM Workers Join IAMAW!
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Boisbriand, QC – Aerospace workers at DCM Aéronautique have joined the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. “These workers were looking for respect from their employer and they weren’t getting it,” explained IAMAW District Lodge 11 Directing Business Representative David Chartrand. “They chose the Machinists because they wanted someone to represent their workplace concerns to the employer. Simply put they were tired of having their issues ignored.” The 20

Les travailleurs de National Précision se joignent aux Machinistes!
Communiqués

Montréal, QC – Les travailleurs de National Précision sont les tout nouveaux membres de la section locale 1758 de l’AIMTA. « Des questions de santé et de sécurité sont les principales raisons pour lesquelles ces travailleurs ont voulu obtenir la protection et la représentation des Machinistes, explique Hélène Fréchette, organisatrice du district 11 de l’AIMTA. Après avoir eu l’occasion de discuter avec l’agent d’affaires du district 11 de l’AIMTA, Pierre