Union Notice Board

Miller workers ratify new contract by 80%

2012-01-28T14:32:00.000-05:00

The 250 workers at Miller Transit in York Region ended their strike that began last October 24 by ratifying a settlement reached Thursday by a vote of 160 to 40.

The five-year pact calls for annual wage increases totalling 16.55%. By April 2016, a top-rated bus operator will be making just over $26 an hour.

"We recommended this settlement to the members because we felt we were exactly where we would have been if we had taken this dispute to arbitration last November," said ATU Local 1587 President Ray Doyle.

"We fought for what we believed in and we won," said Doyle to a cheering room of Miller workers when he announced the vote result.

"Every day of this strike beyond November 2nd, when we first proposed arbitration, is due to York Region Chairman Bill Fisch's vindictive rejection of a rational solution, which was neutral arbitration. He wanted to punish workers who had the temerity to question his view of what transit workers should be paid."

Fisch, who is Canada's highest-paid municipal politician, at over $250,000 a year in salary and benefits, repeatedly refused to consider neutral arbitration as a means to settle the strike. He falsely claimed throughout the strike that the union had been seeking wage parity with transit workers in the rest of the GTA, who make about seven dollars an hour more than York Region Transit workers.

"We were always very clear that we were not seeking parity with the rest of the GTA," said Doyle. "We simply wanted to keep our heads above water but apparently that was too much for Fisch."

A major remaining issue in the dispute is the fate of 92 striking workers at First Student, which lost the contract with York Region less than two weeks ago. Local 1587 will be taking legal steps to have the new contractor, Tokmajian-Can-Ar, hire the former First Student workers.

"We are brothers and sisters. We do not leave our wounded on the battlefield."

43% PAY INCREASE for YORK REGION COUNCILLOR

2012-01-19T15:30:00.001-05:00

York Region transit workers condemn Regional Councillor Emmerson for "unbelievable hypocrisy" on his 43% pay raise; predict Chairman Fisch will say nothing to avoid examination of his own $200,000 salary.

The unions representing 600 striking York Region transit workers have responded with anger to a York Regional councillor's claim that he is entitled to a 43 per cent pay raise because he now earns less than he would in surrounding vicinities.

Whitchurch-Stouffville's part-time mayor Wayne Emmerson has said he will vote next Tuesday to raise his annual salary from $42,149 to $62,148. Emmerson also receives an undisclosed additional salary as a member of York Region council.

ATU Local 1587 President Ray Doyle and ATU Local 113 President Bob Kinnear have condemned Emmerson's position in view of his position on the wages of striking York Region transit workers, who are paid 30 per cent less than transit workers in Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto.

"Mayor Emmerson has said that he does not believe the wages of York Region transit workers should be compared to those paid to transit workers in surrounding communities who are doing essentially the same work," said Doyle and Kinnear. "Yet he claims that his salary should match those of other part-time mayors in neighbouring communities."

"What makes this particularly offensive is that York Region transit workers are not even asking for parity with nearby transit workers," the union leaders said. "The so-called 'offers' from the private contractors would actually increase the 30 per cent wage gap between here and the rest of the GTA transit sector. We're just trying to hold our heads above water while the contractors are trying to push us under."

"Emmerson's stance is unbelievable hypocrisy that even York Region Chairman Bill Fisch should condemn. Fisch has publicly scoffed at the very idea that York Region transit workers should compare themselves to nearby transit workers. Let's see what he has to say about Emmerson. We predict Fisch will be silent because he does not want public examination of his own salary."

According to the Ontario Public Sector Salary Disclosure website, Fisch was paid just under $200,000 a year in 2009, making him the highest-paid municipal leader in Canada. But because he is not directly elected by the residents of York Region, his salary is never reported with those of elected mayors.

"Why York Region residents put up with these hypocrites, who will not even allow the transit strike to end through a neutral arbitration process, is a mystery that may be resolved in the next municipal election. Except of course for the chief hypocrite Fisch, who holds power without being elected."

YORK REGION TRANSIT STRIKE UPDATE

2012-01-19T12:51:00.000-05:00

Miller Transit workers accept invitation to resume bargaining.

The union representing 250 striking workers at Miller Transit in York Region has responded to an invitation by the Provincial Mediator to return to the bargaining table on Friday in an effort to end the strike that began on October 24.

The workers turned down Miller's last offer by nearly 84 per cent in a labour board-supervised vote on January 6.

"The record is clear that we have always been willing to negotiate, despite York Region Chairman Bill Fisch's claims to the contrary," said Ray Doyle, president of ATU Local 1587.

"Our members sent a very clear message to this private contractor that their last offer fell very wide of the mark to get a settlement.

"We will listen to what they have to say tomorrow. Our members want to get back to work but it has to be on terms that recognize and respect the value of the work they do."

Doyle reiterated the union's proposal, first advanced in early November, to end the strike immediately through binding arbitration.

"York Region residents have to know that every day of this strike past November 2 has been due to Bill Fisch's inexplicable opposition to a fair process of neutral arbitration."

CANCEL THE PRIVATE CONTRACTS!

2011-12-21T11:58:00.000-05:00

IT’S TIME FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT IN YORK REGION

The ongoing labour dispute with the private contractors charged with delivering transit service to residents of York Region continues. It is clear that the private operators have no incentive to settle the strike, and that York Region Council is satisfied to see thousands of residents denied transit service.

On November 17th, York Region put out a news release that noted:

“We heard from union leaders today that wage parity with GTA peers is not the expectation; rather improvement in the wage gap is the realistic goal. Given this observation, and in light of wage offers that have emerged, it would appear both parties are in a position to resume meaningful negotiations.”

And yet, the contractors have not moved in any significant way from their “final offer” that led to the strike – one that continues to underpay transit workers some $7/hour below all other jurisdictions in the GTA. This is certainly a recipe for ongoing problems. No York Region politician would consider paying police or firefighters a dramatically lower salary – why is it acceptable for transit workers?

Over many decades, York Region and each of its municipalities have successfully bargained collective agreements with their own employees without a single strike. So why is this so hard to settle? There is one simple reason – the presence of private operators that are huge multinational companies answerable to CEO’s outside of Canada. Their profit margin comes first – far ahead of the interests of the people of York Region.

It is time to remove these middlemen that have no concern for the people of this region, and create a truly public transit system. One that is accountable to the public, and run in the interests solely of the public. One where everyone can see that every public dollar goes to improved service, not some profit line reported in another country.

Transit riders, residents and families of operators without work continue to be the unfortunate and unnecessary victims of this situation. The Labour Council calls on York Region Council to do that right thing – cancel the contracts for failure to deliver the service agreed to, and set up a truly public system for Canada’s most dynamic growing region.

The Green Party of Canada in Newmarket-Aurora calls for an end to York Region Transit strike.

2011-12-04T22:13:00.000-05:00

The five-week-old transit strike in York Region is a burden to many individuals and families. Those hardest-hit, such as seniors, students and the under-employed, are also the least likely to have alternative means of getting around. As well, the striking workers are suffering greatly, as they have given up essentially 100% of their income by going on strike to get wages and benefits closer to other GTA transit workers.

The Green Party of Canada’s Newmarket-Aurora Candidate-of-Record and Social Services Critic, Vanessa Long, today expressed solidarity with the unionized workers and she “chastises the Region for outsourcing a service that is so vital to healthy, sustainable communities and social justice within our area.”

Ms Long continued: “As a family that uses public transit, we have been personally impacted by the strike. At least we have alternatives so it is only an inconvenience but I think it shows a complete lack of responsibility by the Region and YRT to allow it to go on this long. And saying that their hands are tied because of outsourcing is no longer acceptable. The workers are asking for binding arbitration, let’s move this process forward as quickly as possible.”

The Green Party of Canada, Newmarket-Aurora, calls on the Region and York Region Transit to pressure the bus companies to end this strike now by agreeing to binding arbitration.

In Memory of Brother George Gautreau

2011-11-25T11:05:00.000-05:00

George passed away at Centenary Hospital, surrounded by love and family, on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at the age of 58. Beloved husband of Barbara for 21 years. Devoted father to Jeremy, Jeffrey, Christopher and Alexander. Survived by his mum Emma Gautreau. Dearly missed by his 5 grandchildren: Jaden, Brianna, Alexis, Noah and Logan. Friend to all and a rock to his family, we will hold him in our hearts forever.

Friends and family may gather at McDougall & Brown Funeral Home (Scarborough Chapel), 2900 Kingston Rd. 416-267-4656 on Saturday, November 26th from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Service to follow in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.

Mass Rally at York Region Headquarters

2011-11-17T07:26:00.000-05:00

Transit union International President to speak at mass rally of York Region transit strikers at York Region headquarters in Newmarket.

The International President of the 185,000-member Amalgamated Transit Union, Larry Hanley, will be attending a mass rally of over 500 York Region transit workers nearly four weeks after their strike against Viva, Miller Transit and First Student began on October 24. Hanley will be addressing the rally and will be available for media interviews.

WHEN: 9:00 a.m.

WHERE: York Region Headquarters

17250 Yonge Street

Newmarket, Ontario

The rally is being staged to coincide with a meeting of the York Region Council that begins at 9:30 a.m.

Hanley is a major figure in the North American labour movement and was one of the union leaders who recently helped win repeal of the Ohio law that banned collective bargaining in the public sector.

Also in attendance will be Ray Doyle, President of ATU Local 1587, which represents workers at Miller Transit and First Student, and Bob Kinnear, President of Local 113, which represents workers at Viva.

The union will be reiterating its offer to end the strike immediately if the companies agree to a neutral arbitration process.

Poll: York Region residents want strike ended by arbitration; union agrees

2011-11-10T10:51:00.002-05:00

A telephone poll of 2,107 residents of York Region on November 3 showed that 71 per cent wanted the Regional government to intervene in the nearly 3-week old bus strike at Viva, Miller and First Student. Only 12 per cent said the Region should not intervene and 17 per cent were undecided. View poll results.

The union has written to York Regional Chairman Bill Fisch saying that they will agree to arbitration and end the strike immediately if the companies also agree in writing to submit the dispute to neutral arbitrators.

“The gap between the union and the YRT contractors is too great. There is no resolution in sight. In such circumstances, arbitration is the way to go. It's a fair process and it will end the strike,” wrote Ray Doyle, President of ATU Local 1587, which represents the Miller and First Student workers, and Bob Kinnear, President of ATU Local 113, which represents the VIVA workers. Read letter.

The union also took out full page ads in two York Region newspapers today, to publicize the poll and the letter to Fisch. View Ad.

“We are ready to end the strike today,” says Doyle. “Chairman Fisch should call the bus companies and demand that they go to arbitration. It’s a fair process and there is no law that prevents him from making that request.”

Collective Agreement Ratified

2011-11-03T02:58:00.000-04:00

It will be service as usual on the GO Bus system following this morning's announcement from Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587 that the settlement reached late on October 23 has been ratified by its membership.

The Union represents Office and Professional Staff, Fleet Maintenance, Plant Maintenance, Bus Operators, Station Attendants and Transit Safety personnel - over 1530 workers in all.

The Local Union Executive would like to thank their members for their continued solidarity.

The Union also extends their gratitude to the passengers and general public for their patience and understanding.

STRIKE SUSPENDED

2011-10-23T22:48:00.000-04:00

To the GO Transit Bargaining Unit Members of Local 1587:

TENTATIVE AGREEMENT FOR GO TRANSIT WORKERS

Your Executive Board would like to thank our members for their patience and understanding during this collective bargaining period. ATU Local 1587's membership solidarity is a testimony to the labour movement.

Please be advised that your bargaining committee has reached a tentative agreement with Metrolinx (GO Transit) and the work stoppage set for 12:01 a.m. on Monday, October 24, 2011 has been postponed pending ratification.

YORK REGION TRANSIT on STRIKE

2011-10-20T19:01:00.000-04:00

To our members, passengers and general public:

Please be advised that the Miller Transit and First Student bargaining units operating York Region Transit in Richmond Hill, Markham, Georgina, Aurora and Newmarket have rejected their respective offers and are now set to

STRIKE

12:01 a.m. on October 24, 2011

The Union's bargaining committee maintains their commitment to their members and ridership by remaining available and prepared to bargain in good faith with the respective employers in an attempt to avoid this strike action.

Union members will accommodate our passengers until the end of business on October 23rd.

ATU Local 1587 will keep their members and the public apprised of any changes.

Negotiation Update...STRIKE ACTION!

2011-10-13T20:49:00.000-04:00

STRIKE

12:01 a.m. on October 24, 2011

set for

Metrolinx

(GO Transit)

First Student and Miller Transit

(York Region Transit)

The Union bargaining committees continue to negotiate with Metrolinx (GO Transit), First Student and Miller Transit (YRT) in an effort to resolve all outstanding issues to avoid a strike.

Failure to reach a tentative agreement

will result in a strike action.

Union members will accommodate our passengers until the end of business on October 23rd.

ATU Local 1587 will keep their members and the public apprised of any changes in their strike action.

PRESS RELEASE

2011-09-16T10:55:00.000-04:00

"Honour the agreement you signed GO Transit”, the Union demands after GO Transit reneges on the ‘Right to Strike’ agreement.

Contract talks between GO Transit and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587 resumed today but may not last long if Metrolinx, the agency that operates the commuter service, continues to refuse to honour an "essential services" agreement signed earlier this year by the Union and GO Transit.

The March 2011 “Essential Services Agreement” outlines that no job within the Union is deemed “essential”. It goes on to state, “...all bargaining unit employees have the right to strike.” The Union applied on August 30 for a No Board Report from the Ministry of Labour and set a strike date for September 19.

The Union points out that the March agreement was the same as previous agreements dating back to 1996, which had always been accepted by GO management and the Ministry of Labour.

"This is unprecedented political interference in the collective bargaining process," said Ray Doyle, President of ATU Local 1587.

"The government does not want a GO Transit strike during the election. Who else would have the authority to order Metrolinx and the Minister of Labour to ignore the Labour Relations Act? Who else would have the authority to order provincial public officials to renege on an agreement they had signed?"

Doyle said it makes further negotiations meaningless "if we can't trust management to live up to agreements they have signed."

"What's the point of negotiating with someone who will turn around and repudiate their own signatures when it is convenient for them to do so," Doyle added.

The parties will be at the Ontario Labour Relations Board to thrash out the issue. The union will be asking for an expedited hearing and a quick confirmation from the Board that the signed essential services agreement is valid and binding.

"The issue is very straightforward," says Doyle. "Can management get out of a signed agreement by simply declaring that they no longer accept it? "If the Board rules that management can do this, that a signed agreement can be repudiated without consequences, it will throw Ontario labour relations into chaos."

ATU Local 1587 represents more than 1500 GO Transit unionized workers.

REMINDER

2011-09-07T15:20:00.000-04:00

General Meeting

Sunday, September 11, 2011

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

GO Transit workers take step towards strike.

2011-08-31T17:18:00.000-04:00

A strike against the GO Transit system "...will most definitely happen," says ATU Local 1587 President Ray Doyle, "if management clings to its position of no wage increase unless it is taken out of existing benefits costs."

It's an absolutely unreasonable position," says Doyle. "There's more money for management but not one cent for the workers."

Today, the union applied to the Ontario Ministry of Labour for a No Board Report, which starts the clock ticking towards a possible strike on Monday, September 19. If this happens, it will be the first strike involving GO Transit ATU employees.

ATU Local 1587 represents 650 GO Bus Operators, as well the system's Coach Technicians, Station Attendants, Office and Professional Staff and Service personnel - 1530 workers in all. Doyle commented on recent membership meetings stating, “Our 95 per cent strike vote was unprecedented and shows how frustrated our members are.”

"We will continue to negotiate but we need to see steps toward fairness. Two tier programs are a failed concept and should never be considered fair for any workers.”

GO has offered a “0%” zero percent wage increase over the next two years.

GO Transit carries approximately 50 million passengers a year to and from Toronto and numerous outlying municipalities, such as Peterborough, Kitchener, Niagara Falls, Barrie and many others.

Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587 also represents employees operating and maintaining York Region Transit buses for Miller Transit and First Student Canada; privately-owned bus companies under contract to YRT. They are similarly poised to strike.

2011-08-22T14:43:00.000-04:00

Jack Layton – A man of passion and courage

We mourn the passing of NDP Leader Jack Layton, whose passion for justice and courage battling cancer inspired all Canadians. His death comes only a few short months after leading the New Democratic Party to a historic victory as official opposition in Parliament, including the dynamic breakthrough for the NDP in Quebec. His personal charisma and determination helped win over two million new votes for the party he so ably led.

Jack's legacy includes many years of visionary work on the environment and powerful advocacy for the unique role of cities in Canada's future. As a teacher, City Councillor, and president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, he constantly strived to create solutions for the key challenges of the day. His work on forcing attention to the tragedy of homelessness was just one example of his wisdom and compassion.

Jack Layton was also fiercely loyal to working people and their struggles. From challenging trespass laws on behalf of union picketers in the 1980s, to leading the lengthy filibuster against unjust legislation hitting postal workers this summer, Jack was everywhere to be found supporting the cause of workers across this country.

On behalf of the Executive and members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587, we offer our sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. He will be well missed.

LABOUR DAY PARADE

2011-08-16T23:30:00.000-04:00

*REMINDER*

Sister and Brothers,

On Monday, September 5^th, working men and women will be taking to the streets in Toronto to celebrate their achievements.

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. We will join in the parade on the east (curb) side of University Avenue just north of Queen Street. The 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.

In Memory of Brother Scott Gibson

2011-06-23T12:40:00.000-04:00

Obituary for William Scott Gibson

Suddenly at home on June 18, 2011 at the age of 47. Beloved husband of Liz. Father of Oranit. Scott will be missed by his parents Beverly and Dave Thorley, his brothers Rick and David and his brothers and sisters of ATU Local 1587. Friends may call on Friday, June 24, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, at Goulding, south of Steeles). Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel at 10:00am on Saturday, June 25, 2011. Reception to follow. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Making Union Wages Go Further

2011-06-16T11:18:00.000-04:00

Sisters & Brothers,

Union Savings Benefit Programs^® offers the nearly 920,000 members of its 37 participating Canadian unions and labour organizations tremendous savings, discounts and special bonus features for a wide range of goods and services. Products available include cell phones, BlackBerries and iPhones, a MasterCard specifically tailored to the needs of union members, insurance, mortgages, and home purchase and sales. The suppliers are names you trust such as Bell Mobility, BMO, Canada Life, ACE, and Royal LePage.

Our members are eligible for these special discounts as a result of our affiliation with Amalgamated Transit Union Canadian Council.

Follow http://www.unionsavings.ca/ to find and review all this program has to offer.

Also, I would like to draw your attention to the current Bell Mobility plan/hardware offer which can be viewed and downloaded at http://www.unionsavings.ca/bell-i.shtml.. For more information please send your questions to specialoffer@kitcom.ca or call 1-866-375-3111 and ask for Eric Escribano.

GENERAL MEETING REMINDER

2011-05-30T14:04:00.000-04:00

General Meeting

Sunday, June 12, 2011
10:00 a.m.
Ontario Federation of Labour
15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

RALLY FOR RESPECT

2011-03-31T13:30:00.000-04:00

Community Day of Action in Toronto

1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 2011

Rally at Dundas Square

followed by a march to Toronto City Hall

What’s at Stake?

Services and programs that serve every resident and community, such as libraries, child care and recreation centres
TTC serving all neighbourhoods
Environmental leadership in challenging climate change
Keeping public control of public services, such as garbage pickup
Safeguarding vital public assets, such as housing
Good jobs and the fundamental rights of workers

Take Action

On Saturday, April 9, 2011, rally at Dundas Square (Yonge & Dundas) and march to Toronto City Hall to defend our communities, public services and good jobs. Together, we can stop cuts, closures, user fees and privatization that will hurt every person and every neighbourhood in Toronto. Let’s speak up before it spreads to every city and town in Ontario.

Join in on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/RespectToronto and/or contact RespectToronto@gmail.com for More Information

MEETING REMINDER

2011-03-31T13:29:00.001-04:00

General Meeting

Sunday, April 10, 2011
10:00 a.m.
Ontario Federation of Labour
15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

ATU Supports the Japan Earthquake Fundraiser

2011-03-31T13:29:00.000-04:00

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

The powerful 8.9 magnitude earthquake struck Japan on March 11^th, 2011. The worst in Japan's history, the earthquake triggered a tsunami warning across 20 countries along the Pacific coast and hit the Eastern Coast of Japan which devastated the region. The Red Cross’ response was immediate. Local volunteers have been working around the clock to support emergency response efforts including evacuation, search and rescue and emergency first aid.

In response to both the urgency and employee concern, ATU Canada is partnering with the Canadian Red Cross to assist in providing immediate relief and aid to the victims of the Japan Earthquake and subsequent Tsunami.

The ATU Canadian Council has made a contribution to kick-start the Japan Earthquake / Tsunami fundraiser. We invite everyone to support this worthwhile and urgent fundraising appeal by visiting www.redcross.ca/atu and completing the form. Everyone who makes a donation will then receive an electronic tax receipt.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your contribution to this urgent appeal.

In Solidarity,

Executive Board
ATU Local 1587

In Memory of our brother Kirk Bliss

2011-03-01T11:51:00.000-05:00

Kirk Bliss December 15, 1951 - February 27, 2011
	Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, February 27, 2011 in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Bonnie. Loving father of Martin and his wife Jaime, Brooke and her husband Andrew. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Jade, Kiera and Hailey. Loving son of Thomas and the late Beatrice. Dear brother of Susan, Garnett, Stacey and Robyn. Fondly remembered by his many friends. A Complete Memorial Service will be held at PINE HILLS CEMETERY & VISITATION CENTRE, 625 Birchmount Rd., Scarborough (north of St. Clair Ave. E., 416-267-8229) on Wednesday, March 2nd at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For further details or for online condolences please visit http://www.etouch.ca/.

MEETING REMINDER

2011-02-25T09:56:00.000-05:00

General Meeting

Sunday, March 6, 2011
10:00 a.m.
Ontario Federation of Labour
15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

MEETING REMINDER

2011-01-15T16:04:00.000-05:00

General Meeting

Sunday, February 13, 2011
10:00 a.m.
Ontario Federation of Labour
15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

2010-12-23T11:58:00.000-05:00

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

2010-12-09T16:52:00.000-05:00

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

2010-12-03T07:55:00.000-05:00

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

2010-11-02T11:22:00.000-04:00

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

2010-11-02T10:28:00.000-04:00

General Meeting

Sunday, November 14, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

GET OUT AND VOTE!!

2010-10-18T17:35:00.000-04:00

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

2010-10-15T15:23:00.000-04:00

General Meeting

Sunday, October 17, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

Labour Day Parade

2010-09-02T18:25:00.000-04:00

*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

2010-07-22T14:10:00.000-04:00

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

2010-07-22T13:54:00.000-04:00

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

2010-07-22T13:06:00.006-04:00

(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/.

2010-06-01T11:30:00.000-04:00

MEETING REMINDER

General Meeting

Sunday, June 13, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

2010-05-11T09:56:00.000-04:00

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General Meeting

Sunday, May 16, 2010

10:00 a.m.

Ontario Federation of Labour

15 Gervais Drive, Don Mills

2010-05-03T12:39:00.000-04:00

WALLY MAJESKY

BURSARY

Union Notice Board

Miller workers ratify new contract by 80%

43% PAY INCREASE for YORK REGION COUNCILLOR

YORK REGION TRANSIT STRIKE UPDATE

CANCEL THE PRIVATE CONTRACTS!

The Green Party of Canada in Newmarket-Aurora calls for an end to York Region Transit strike.

In Memory of Brother George Gautreau

Mass Rally at York Region Headquarters

Poll: York Region residents want strike ended by arbitration; union agrees

Collective Agreement Ratified

STRIKE SUSPENDED

YORK REGION TRANSIT on STRIKE

Negotiation Update...STRIKE ACTION!

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GO Transit workers take step towards strike.

Jack Layton – A man of passion and courage

LABOUR DAY PARADE

In Memory of Brother Scott Gibson

Making Union Wages Go Further

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RALLY FOR RESPECT

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ATU Supports the Japan Earthquake Fundraiser

In Memory of our brother Kirk Bliss

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In Memory of our brother Michael Duncan

REMINDER NOTICE

In Memory of our brother Bruce Brace

REMINDER NOTICE

GET OUT AND VOTE!!

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Labour Day Parade

LABOUR DAY PARADE

GENERAL MEETINGS CANCELLED

THE CITY WE WANT

PRESS RELEASE

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