Despite the difficulties posed by COVID-19, Local 1006A members at Ryder Truck Rental have ratified their first union contract.
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During the pandemic, the critical work of negotiating improvements for 1006A members continues with workers at Tremblett's YIG ratifying a new union contract with gains.
“It doesn’t make sense to cancel pandemic pay when we’re still experiencing a pandemic situation,” said National President Meinema during the committee meeting. “Pandemic pay must stay, must become permanent, and actually, must be increased.”
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“We are excited to see increases to the wage rates, and that they are retroactive to June,” said Teodora Milevski, a Housekeeper for over 28 years. “We are happy to get an extra paid sick day, especially during the pandemic."
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UFCW Canada Local 1006A is proud to observe the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
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At Loblaw Great Food in Collingwood, Pat McCarl thrives on helping people as a 1006A steward.
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Paid Sick Days, Fair Wages and more. “Looking forward to getting this contract was the hopeful light that kept us going during the pandemic. It’s been so uplifting and overwhelming – this was the the boost we needed." – Karen Munk
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The Canadian Labour Congress, in partnership with two universities, has launched a new national survey on workplace violence and harassment.
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Local 1006A members working at Homewood Suites by Hilton in Markham ratified a new union contract with strong gains in spite of the challenges posed by COVID-19.
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“As the union for cannabis workers, UFCW continues to see strong interest from workers looking to make improvements and protect their rights in this growing industry,” said President Wayne Hanley.
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“The union has made a difference by empowering me to learn the rights and rules that apply to my workplace and how to stand up for my co-workers.”
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"I noticed a lot of my co-workers were not able to bring forth their issues because of the language barrier, and I've decided to step forth and help those in need.”
