ALL THE BEST
to our

Members, their Families

and our

Friends of Labour.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays

& Best Wishes

for a

Healthy, Happy and Prosperous

New Year.

On behalf of your Executive Board and Local Union Representatives,

Peter Brown
Financial Secretary/Treasurer

In Memory of our brother Michael Duncan

Michael Duncan

DUNCAN, Michael Greydon Passed away December 5, 2010 in his 68th year, after a courageous battle with leukemia.  He is survived by his loving wife Linda Duncan, step- children Mark, Gail and Rhonda Stafford, (Rick Van Der Gulik), granddaughter Taylor, sister Ann Duncan, nephews Jonathan, Christopher and Andrew, all whom he loved dearly. Michael recently retired from Go Transit in Newmarket. Linda and Michael shared a keen interest in ballroom dancing which brought them together sixteen years ago. Michael will be sadly missed by his many friends in the Kitchener and Toronto area. If you wish, donations can be made to the Katelyn Bedard Bone Marrow Association. Cremation has taken place.

REMINDER NOTICE

General Meeting

Sunday, December 12, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

AGENDA:  Social Committee Volunteer Request

               Bylaw Committee Members - 2 positions (elected from floor)

In Memory of our brother Bruce Brace

Bruce Brace

Bruce passed away peacefully on October 28th 2010 at London University Hospital at the age of 59.  Survived by his loving wife Johnna (nee Simon). Deeply missed by son Wayne (Marylou) and daughter Michelle (Steve) Colwell. Cherished by grandchildren Stephen, Paige, Eric, James and Isaac. He will also be remembered by numerous brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews in Ontario and Newfoundland.

A member of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587 and a bus driver with Go Transit and TTC for almost 40 years, Bruce was a proud Newfoundlander and will be sadly missed by many. He will be remembered for his easy going nature and for his love of the Detroit Red Wings. Cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to visitation at Cresmount Funeral Home, 322 Fennell Ave. East on Friday November 5th from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations to The Canadian Liver Foundation, or the Hamilton-Burlington SPCA would be appreciated by the family.

REMINDER NOTICE

General Meeting

Sunday, November 14, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

GET OUT AND VOTE!!

THE 2010 MUNICIPAL ELECTION will be a wild race right until polls close on October 25th.  There is a lot at stake.  Does Toronto continue building on its strengths and investing in its public services?  Or are we at risk of repeating the Mike Harris "Common Sense Revolution" with all the turmoil and disruption that caused?  The Mayor’s race is just one part of that equation – there are nine open city council seats which will decide the balance of power in Toronto for the next four years.

In York Region, the ongoing issues of growth, services and accountability are being fought out in every municipality.

All good reasons to make sure that everyone gets out and votes!

*******MEETING REMINDER*******

General Meeting

Sunday, October 17, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

Labour Day Parade

*REMINDER*

On Monday, September 6th, we will be taking to the streets in Toronto to celebrate our achievements.  Your Sisters and Brothers will be taking part in this event and will be meeting at approximately 8:30 am in the parking lot on the west side of Chestnut Street just south of Dundas Street West. (Parade will start at 9:30 am sharp.)

Don't forget...those participating in the Labour Day Parade will receive a wristband granting them FREE entry into the CNE after the parade.

LABOUR DAY PARADE

On Monday, September 6th, working men and women will be taking to the streets in Toronto to celebrate their achievements.  The theme for this year’s Labour Day parade is “Defend Our Public Services”.

Our Local will be taking part in this event and will be meeting at approximately 8:30 am in the parking lot on the west side of Chestnut Street just south of Dundas Street West. (Parade will start at 9:30 am sharp.)

 

Those participating in the Labour Day Parade will receive a wristband granting them FREE entry into the CNE after the parade.

GENERAL MEETINGS CANCELLED

The July 2010 and August 2010 General Monthly Meetings are cancelled.  As per article 13.3 of the Consitution and General Laws of the Amalgamated Transit Union, all members shall be granted credit for attendance for each of these meetings.

THE CITY WE WANT

(A message from the Toronto & York Region Labour Council)

The summer of 2010 has already served up more than the usual share of drama and excitement. Most people haven’t focused yet on the upcoming municipal elections, but the jockeying for position is already taking place. Is there a surprise in the level of support for Rob Ford’s simplistic tax cuts message? We know it goes beyond hard-core conservatives to include some union members and residents who feel alienated from City Hall. But we also know what happens when that kind of right-wing populism prevails - the devastation and turmoil of the Mike Harris years were ample proof.

If it is clear what we don’t want, why aren’t more people raising their voices about the kind of city we do want? Has the relentless griping from pundits and wannabe mayors left us with selective amnesia about our past efforts to build a livable city? The Labour Council has been a very strong advocate for the kinds of policies needed for an incredibly complex city. There are no shortcuts or simple answers. This is, after all, Canada’s largest urban centre, an economic powerhouse with the most diverse population in the world. To read more go to http://www.labourcouncil.ca/.

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, June 13, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, May 16, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

WALLY MAJESKY

BURSARY

sponsored by LABOUR TEMPLE

A bursary in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to a college or university student who is the child or grandchild of any member of an affiliate of Labour Council.

The award will be based on a 800 word essay on the theme “Explain how public services are crucial to the lives of Canadians”.  A panel of 3 judges will make the final selection.

Applications are available at the Labour Council office or on the website ‐ http://www.labourcouncil.ca/

Deadline for applications is Friday, May 28, 2010.

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, April 11, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, March 14, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

ATU Canadian Council

partners with

Canada Red Cross for Haiti Relief Donations

In response to the overwhelming need and outpouring of ATU member’s interest and concern, the Amalgamated Transit Union Canadian Council has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to assist in providing relief and aid to the victims of the Haiti Earthquake.

On January 12, 2010 a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti, collapsing buildings with over 200,000 feared dead or missing and up to 3 million affected. Most of Haiti's capital has been destroyed with this earthquake considered the strongest ever to hit the region. The Red Cross responded immediately to provide shelter, food, clean water and medical care to the many people in need of help.

The ATU Canadian Council invites you to support this urgent fundraising appeal by visiting www.redcross.ca/atu and completing the form. You will then receive an electronic tax receipt for your donation.

Further if donation is made by February 12, 2010 the Federal government will match individual donations dollar for dollar.

On behalf of the Amalgamated Transit Union Canadian Council, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your contribution to this urgent appeal.

In solidarity,

Robin G. West

Canadian Director

Amalgamated Transit Union

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, February 7, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills