Labour Day In British Columbia Opens With A Rally
                                                                                      September 3, 2008

Since 1894 Labour Day has been a time to acknowledge the working people of this province that have created a community that we all appreciate today. On a day that is traditionally spent with
our families and friends relaxing as summer nears another end, why would the BC Federation
open such a day with a rally?. Throughout these last 150 years the Labour Movement has had
to struggle for every gain they received, governments didn't decide to provide statutory holidays workers demanded them. One only has to look at countries like china  (read more with photos)

Future son in law of 2711 member dies
while defending the Freedoms of Canada

Capt. Jonathan Snyder  was killed on June 7, 2008 in Afghanistan while on his second tour of duty. Captain Snyder was engaged to the daughter of long time IAM member Dennis Steward and the two were planning a December wedding. On behalf of the IAM our thoughts and condolences go out the the Snyder and Steward families.     (August 7,2008)

                        Who Makes your Jeans ?

We all own at least one pair of Jeans
but have you ever given any thought on how they're made and who made them
Find out

LL 1857 Celebrate their 50th Anniversary

On July 19th LL 1857 celebrated their 50th anniversary at Campbell Valley Regional Park in Langley. A committee was formed to take care of the festivities which ran smoothly through out the day, great job .A clown was hired (Scruffles) who kept all in amazement for the two hours he was there creating balloon items for young and old alike. IAM Auto Mechanic Dave Betker and his wife Trish spent most of the day cooking over the grill making sure everyone had enough burgers while LL President Bill Macpherson issued tickets and took care of the raffle draws. A grand prize of two nights at whistler was awarded to 1857 member Bill McCullough. Thanks to all those who worked hard to make it a very successful day.

Son of 1857 Member Presented With
IAM Scholarship

 
                               (July 25th 2008)
 

Mark Stother, (left) Son of IAM Auto Technician  Chris Stother, (right)
was a recipient of an IAM Scholarship, presented at the 1857 Local Lodge meeting by President Bill Macpherson (center). Mark will be attending the Columbia University in the city of New York, studying Mechanical  Engineering.

CLC President Ken Greorgetti delivered his opening address
                     To over 1,800 deligates        ( May 29, 2008)

"When we last met The President of the Ontario Federation of Labour was in Jail defending 100,000 manufacturing jobs and Mike Harris was the Premier of Ontario. Fast forward to today, WE have gained a $10. minimum wage in Ontario and in BC a landmark case was won ensuring workers rights to collective bargaining".
Every day we loose 150 manufacturing jobs as the work gets shipped out of our country. Korea doesn't allow imported cars so why are we allowing them to import their cars into Canada, we should be playing by the same rules.

The Harper government has removed equality language for women's rights, currently women earn 70% less then men in Canada (in Unions its 93%) this change in legislation is only going to make it worse.
When The CLC was formed in 1956 the goal was to build a better Canada through the support of all affiliated Unions, the goal is no different today

Follow the Links for more CLC photo's and information

 Human rights Conference

CLC Conference Summary and photo's

     Lifetimer Boat Signs New 3 Year Agreement
  See the Vancouver Island Report for all the details

    Bargaining members at Sulzer Pumps
  Vote yes to a three Year agreement

                                                                           April 19,2008

After Rejecting the companies first offer the Union once again met to reach an agreement, the main outstanding issue was a real wage increase and pension improvements. The company presented its final offer, this was far from the mandate of the bargaining committee so the offer was not voted.
A strive vote was taken and this resulted in 90% in favor of strike, this sent a clear message that the committee was determined to get a fair deal.
The committees agreed to meet and an offer was presented that the committee was willing to recommend to the members. The results were 69% in favor of a new three year agreement that included improvements to benefits,
 5 personal time off days per year and a wage increase of 3% in each year and 10 cents per year towards the pension plan.

Organize
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District 250 Increases Reward to
$25 Per New Member

Do you know of a group of workers who need representation? Employer treating them poorly? Wages and benefits substandard? Job opportunities not handled in objective fashion? Favoritism in the workplace creating dissension and unhappiness?

We have a solution for these employees: Join the IAM!

And as an incentive for you as the member who provides the contact information to us, there is a reward of $25.00 per working member who is brought into the Union as a result of a successful organizing campaign.

This program has paid dividends in the past: a few years back, a member at Richmond Honda provided us with a contact at another Honda Dealership—Vancouver Honda. After the  Union reached a successful contract with the Vancouver Honda owners, the IAM member received a cheque for approximately $300.

And the greater benefit is that your friends, relatives, and colleagues in non-Union workplaces can enjoy the benefits of Union representation: fair wages, fair working conditions, and a voice in building an equitable workplace.

 Contact District 250 Organizers at 604-522-3991 for more information on how you can work to build a stronger Union.