Ottawa, ON – The Machinists Union has its third organizing win in as many months in the healthcare sector in Ottawa. The IAMAW District 78 organizing team of Scott Jackson and Roy Bhansingh won a unanimous organizing vote at the Belcourt Manor Retirement home in the Ottawa suburb of Orleans. “These workers were well aware of our recent victories in Ottawa,” said IAMAW District 78 Organizer Scott Jackson. “They want
Mississauga, ON – The 45 members of IAMAW Local Lodge 1922 have a new four-year collective agreement with the City of Mississauga. “This was a very tough round of bargaining with this employer considering the current climate of cost reductions in public services,” explained IAMAW District Lodge 78 Business Representative Derek Ferguson. The agreement provides wage increases of 2 per cent in the first year retroactive to April 1, 2011,
Toronto, ON – “As first agreements go, this one has the members smiling,” explained a delighted Lou Pagrach, IAMAW District Lodge 140 General Chairperson. The 100 members of IAMAW Local Lodge 2323 employed by Airport Operations Support Services (AOSS) have ratified a 13 month agreement. The agreement provides a wage increase of 4.75 per cent as well as $200.00 signing bonus. Another key ingredient of the agreement is having a
On December 6th, we commemorate the lives of the 14 women killed in Montréal in 1989. On this day, we remember all women and girls who are murdered or experience violence by partners, family members and strangers throughout this country. On this day, we recommit to take action against all forms of violence against women and girls in our society. It has been more than 20 years since these 14
Sandro (right) was an avid golfer and a big supporter of the Dave Ritchie Guide Dogs tournament held each year in Toronto. He is seen here with LL 2413 Secretary Treasurer Stan Theofilaktidis. Sandro Sperduti had a passion for painting and motorcycles. He was a devoted grandfather, a great cook and one tough negotiator. Sandro (Sandi) Sperduti, IAMAW District Lodge 140 General Chairperson, passed away suddenly on Monday November 21,
Victoria, BC – Members of IAMAW Local Lodge 456, employed by Wilson and Proctor Ltd have ratified a new collective agreement. “This new agreement reflects a balance between the needs of the skilled tradesmen And the need to remain competitive in a tough market,” explained IAMAW District Lodge 250 Business Representative Alastair Haythornthwaite. The new two-year agreement includes a wage increase of 3 per cent in each year. Other agreement
Duncan, BC – The times may be tough at Pro Mac Manufacturing but the bargaining committee of IAMAW Local Lodge 456 delivered a new collective agreement. “Given the uncertain state of the economy, our 38 members can be proud their solidarity led to a satisfactory contract,” said IAMAW District Lodge 250 Business Representative Alastair Haythornthwaite. The three-year agreement provides wage increases of 3 per dent in the first year, 3
Ottawa, ON – IAMAW Canadian General Vice President Dave Ritchie, has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Canadian Labour Congress. Ritchie was elected by members of the CLC Canadian Council, which consists of the top officers from all of the affiliated unions to the CLC. The Executive Committee, which meets at least four times a year, is responsible for the administration, affairs and activities of the CLC. The
The Conservative government has tabled legislation that will end the National long-gun registry. The registry was created as part of a response to public pressure, particularly through women, to strengthen gun control legislation following the tragic events at the École Polytechnique, December 6, 1989. There has been a substantial decline in the number of homicides, domestic violence incidents and suicides using rifles and shotguns since the registry was implemented. Law
