Friday January 22, 2016 For Immediate Release Toronto, ON – Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace (IAM) have ratified a new collective agreement with Air Canada. “This deal provides our members labour stability and job security for the next decade. In today’s economy that’s a good thing,” said Fred Hospes, President and Directing General Chairperson of IAM Transportation District 140. “This provides job protection for
Thursday January 21, 2016 For Immediate Release Winnipeg, MB – IAM Canadian General Vice President Dave Ritchie is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Didoshak as Special Representative, effective February 1, 2016. He replaces Grand Lodge Representative Ian Morland who is retiring March 31, 2016. “Tony brings a wealth of experience to the job which will serve our membership well,” said Ritchie. “His compassion for the members and
Tuesday January 19, 2016 For Immediate Release Mississauga, On – Employees at Sage Parts Canada are the newest members of IAM Local Lodge 2413. “We had assistance from a lot of people like Mark Pozzobon of IAM Local Lodge 2323 in organizing this group,” explained IAM Special Representative and Organizer Scott Jackson. “The Sage office at Pearson International Airport is right next door to the Air Canada Ground
Friday January 8, 2016 For Immediate Release Toronto, On – Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) employed at Air Canada will begin voting next week on a new 10-year collective agreement. “This is a good deal that addresses the concerns of our membership,” explained IAM Transportation District 140 President and Directing General Chairperson Fred Hospes. “Now we begin the process of explaining the details
Wednesday December 9, 2015 For Immediate Release Corner Brook, NL – The road for representation for the workers at Western Toyota began in February of this year. It culminated in November with a first agreement for the 17 newest members of IAM Local Lodge 544. When the employer received notice of the organizing drive by the IAM, three mechanics were fired and the pay structure was changed. Four
Monday December 7, 2015 For Immediate Release Brampton, ON – Members of IAM Hotel and Healthcare Local Lodge 1295 have ratified a new collective agreement with Courtyard Marriott in Brampton. The four-year agreement provides wage increases 3 per cent in the first year, 2.5 per cent in the second, third and fourth years respectively. Other agreement highlights include : Increased holidays for part time workers Introduction of three paid sick days
Monday December 7, 2015 For Immediate Release Toronto, On – Members of IAM Local Lodge 1922 have ratified a new collective agreement with Ecojustice Canada. The new three-year agreement provides for a lump sum wage improvement in the first year and wage increases of 2 per cent in the second year and 1.5 per cent in the third year respectively. Other agreement highlights include : Improved vision care benefits
Wednesday November 4, 2015 Montréal, QC – Members of IAM Local Lodge 712 voted 92 per cent in favour of their next collective agreement with Bombardier Aerospace Inc. ‘’We have made the choice of making certain compromises for advancing the aerospace industry and to secure the defined pension plan,” explained IAM Quebec Coordinator David Chartrand. “We hope in return our employer is conscientious.” The workers of Bombardier will not have
Wednesday November 4, 2015 Cambridge, On – Members of IAM Local Lodge 2707 have ratified a new collective agreement with Kromet International. The three-year agreement provides wage increases of 1.5 per cent in the first year and 2 per cent in the second and third year respectively. A key component to the agreement is the five per cent increase to the IAM pension plan in year two and 15 per
Wednesday November 4, 2015 Sault Ste. Marie, On – Members of IAM Local Lodge 2332 have ratified a new collective agreement with Prouse Motors. The three-year agreement provides wage and pension package increases totaling nine per cent while bringing the pension contribution in the IAM pension plan up to 11 per cent. “One of the key factors of this agreement benefitted general garage workers,” explained IAM Grand Lodge Representative Ralph
