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29 September 2025
I received the following from Tammy Moore, Unifor 2002 President who came to YVR to meet with myself and some members:
26 September 2025
Winter 25 Shift Bid Update
Late this afternoon the Company denied my request to postpone the Winter bid. I am attaching a screenshot here for your reference.
Many of you have expressed concerns directly to Management and they have responded that they have the right to manage or mismanage at their discretion. All I ask is that you protect yourself; take your breaks when you are supposed to; advise management when this is not possible; do not take short cuts; cross all your I’s and dot all your t’s. Also if you are driving a TEV keep your speed slower than the slowest pedestrian in the area. It’s not about who finishes first but that you finish. “I was in a rush,” is not an excuse. Safety first – ALWAYS.
Now that the Bid is going ahead as planned, I will ask all of you to update your standing bids. For those of you not in the top 100, it may be prudent to wait a while to make the standing bids a bit more manageable. As you may be aware, the new bids appear at the bottom making them hard to see amongst the now invalid earlier bids.
I will be monitoring the bid but there is only so much that I can do. Once the bid starts, it runs automatically and there is no way of stopping the process. If you miss your bid, all is not lost, provided you turn on your standing bids. Once the current bidder finishes eBid will process those who have just turned it on before processing the next bidder.
I will ask you to either add a secondary email address or update the bid questions so that I can tell whether you’ve at least looked at the bid.
In solidarity,
Eric
24 September 2025
07 September 2025
04 September 2025.
Labour Day 2025
Greetings to my Unifor siblings ,
On this Labour Day weekend let us reflect on the significance of the day. It’s not just another Stat Holiday but a day to recognize the achievements of the Labour Movement. Rank and file members have not been as threatened as in recent months. The repercussions of tariff wars that we hear about daily has never been as evident as it is today. There is not a sector of our economy that remains unscathed.
Much closer to home, we have seen companies in collusion with government threaten their employees. However, we also saw just what can happen when workers fight against that oppression and stand united against this bullying.
You may have seen a posting for temporary assignment come through in your email. Your Union was instrumental in getting help for our colleagues at Customer Relations from Airports. It is all about protecting our jobs.
The wheelchair work is another important component of our work. It would not be an exaggeration to say 1/4 to 1/3 of our work is related to servicing passengers requiring our assistance. The threat of that work being contracted out as in other bases is real. Be mindful every time we deal with our “specials” that they are our bread and butter. Do not take short cuts. Although the Company has diluted the service by calling us “Customer Experience Specialist,” we are at the end of the day, Customer Service Agents after all. We can never overdo the “Service.”
I bring this to your attention because the need for a strong voice has never been as important. (At the expense of sounding like my dad and by extension- old) I am reminded of a story in Aesop’s Fables about the Bundle of Sticks. Individual sticks can be broken but when bundled they are much more difficult to break.
Our contract expires early next year so much thought must be given to what you need and what you want. Job security. Wages. Pensions. Benefits.
I wish you all a safe Labour Day.
In solidarity,
Eric
19 August 2025
15 August 2025
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30 July 2025
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28 April 2025
Be sure you are registered to vote! Nominations are now open for Pacific Region Bargaining Rep!! Get informed. Be informed… this will be the most important election in a long while.
Council of Unions: 2009 Share Trust Update #7
April 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
In our July 2024 update, we mentioned that we were waiting for amendments to federal Income Tax Regulations (ITR). We are pleased to share that these amendments were approved and implemented in March 2025.
While there are still several steps and approvals needed before voluntary separation packages (VSPs) can be offered to employees or make lump sum payments to pensioners from the Share Trust, this is a significant milestone.
Now that the federal ITR amendments are done, the Company is pursuing a tax ruling from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) which will be followed by one from Revenu Quebec. The Quebec ruling will require an amendment to Quebec income tax regulations like the federal one. The Company has already started work to move forward with these rulings (and all the other steps), and now that we have the federal ITR amendment, the Company will be re-engaging with CRA for their ruling.
Unfortunately, the federal amendments took much longer than we would have expected or wanted, even with support from all parties. As a result, it’s unlikely that VSPs and lump sum payments to pensioners will be offered or paid before early 2026. The Company has committed to moving forward as quickly as possible, but they don’t control the timing for all approvals and conditions, so further delays are possible.
Thank you for your patience and support as we navigate this process.
In solidarity,
First Officer Tim Everets, MEC Chair, Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Int’l
Mr. Ken Yakiwchuk, Council Chair, Canadian Airline Dispatchers Association (CALDA)
Mr. Wesley Lesosky, Component President, Airline Division of CUPE
Mr. Dave Flowers, President & Directing General Chairperson District 140, IAMAW
Ms. Frances Galambosy, National Representative, UNIFOR
20 February 2025
17 February 2025.
(2) Vice Chair Election
31 January 2025.
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24 December 2024
As we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, I urge you to watch this trailer.
September 30 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour the children
who never returned home and survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and
communities.
September 30 is also Orange Shirt Day, which began in 2013 when residential school survivor,
Phyllis Webstad, shared her story of having her new orange shirt taken away when arriving to a
residential school. The orange shirt symbolizes both the theft of culture and the enduring
resilience of Indigenous peoples.
By wearing orange, we honour the children who lost their lives and those who were stripped of
their culture, and to affirm that “Every Child Matters”.
Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to build and
strengthen relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
What can I do to support the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation?
● Attend Indigenous-led events
● Read about the history and legacy of Canada’s residential schools and other forms of
cultural assimilation
● Learn about First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures
● Support Indigenous organizations and businesses
● Acknowledge whose land you are on (British Columbia Assembly of First Nations
Interactive Map)https://www.bcafn.ca/first-nations-bc-interactive-map
● Read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/indigenous-people/aboriginal-peoples-documents/calls_to_action_english2.pdf
Remember, reconciliation should not be reduced to a single day. Reconciliation requires ongoing
commitment, education, and meaningful action throughout the year to honour the experiences
of Indigenous peoples and foster genuine understanding and healing.
12 June 2024
| Pride We are wishing you all a Happy Pride! We are committed to creating a safe space for our 2SLGBTQIA+ members and allies. Unifor is proud to offer a Pride Class to its members to promote professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence in the workplace. Unifor supports the updated uniform standards that allow all members to wear their chosen pieces of Air Canada apparel and we also place an importance on respecting everyone’s pronouns. Our history of supporting our 2SLGBTQIA+ members includes offering same-sex benefits prior to Canada’s 2005 legalization of marriage equality. Vancouver Pride Society’s parade is on August 4, 2024, and we are actively looking for volunteers interested in helping organize a way to represent our union at the event. Let’s fly together with pride and embody the value of togetherness. National Indigenous History Month June marks the beginning of National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour and celebrate Indigenous peoples and their rich cultures. Here at YVR, we are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam People and we recognize the importance of acknowledging and respecting the land where we work. However, it’s important to mention that many of us live on land belonging to various Indigenous Nations. We encourageyou to learn and understand more about the lands in which youreside. You can show your support by visiting Indigenous-owned businesses, participating in Indigenous-led events, and more. Unifor values fostering an inclusive and supportive workplacefor all, that is why we offer Indigenous awareness training atPort Elgin. Through education and dialogue, we strive to cultivate an environment that honours diversity and promotes equity. In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada published its final report, detailing the profound impacts of the residential school system. Unifor stands firmly in support of the TRC’s recommendations, viewing them as vital for fostering healing, reconciliation, and a more equitable future for Indigenous peoples. |
Group Income Disability Insurance Plan (GIDIP) Trustee Posting – Pacific Region
April 4, 2024 at 1:44 PM
The Pacific Region Group Income Disability Insurance Plan (GIDIP) representative term of office is ending and is being posted.
At each Executive Board meeting all appointed positions, (including this one), are reviewed especially as the term is coming to an end. Often the review will end with a reappointment of the incumbent for another term. It is recognized that the experience and training garnered over the years can make an incumbent invaluable and the best person for the position. However, it is also recognized that these positions are not automatically lifelong appointments and reposting them occasionally is part of the Local’s due diligence. As such, this position is being posted.
The Pacific GIDIP representative position covers Air Canada, Aeroplan and CLS Catering. Any member in good standing from one of these units may apply.
The Unifor Local 2002 Health and Welfare Trust is a trustee plan operated at arm’s length from the Local Union. It is overseen by five (5) trustees appointed by the Unifor Local 2002 Executive Board. Each GIDIP Trustee is appointed for a three-year term. The term appointments are staggered to ensure experienced trustees are always available to assist members.
The GIDIP trustee board holds the legal title to the trust property on behalf of the beneficiary, the membership. The Board of Trustees accepts a fiduciary relationship with the beneficiary of the trust. Trustees are required to attend quarterly trustee meetings in Toronto at the Plan Administrators (Canadian Benefits) office. The meetings take place quarterly at which time the management of the Fund is reviewed and members’ concerns regarding their insurance claims are reviewed and addressed.
GIDIP Board of Trustees Responsibilities:
- Monitoring the development of the GIDIP program
- Negotiating with the insurance underwriter concerning benefits coverage and improvements
- Annual renewal of the Plan including premium rates
- Underwriting revisions and debatable claim situations
- Overseeing the overall effectiveness of the GIDIP program
Qualifications:
- Must be a Unifor member in good standing at Air Canada, Aeroplan or CLS Catering
- A self-starter
- Have an interest in employee benefits.
- Commit to serving the membership fairly and equitably.
- Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.
- Union experiences an asset.
This position requires that the successful candidate volunteer a sizable amount of time to handle members’ calls for assistance. This would be on the Trustee’s own time and maybe at irregular hours. The successful applicant must also desire to expand his/her knowledge through ongoing training.
The term of office ends April 30, 2027, and is subject to a yearly review. Only qualified applicants will be interviewed.
Please mail, scan or fax your statement of qualifications and cover letter no later than no later than Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at noon EST to:
Unifor Local 2002 – Kerry Turner: GIDIP Trustee Position
7015 Tranmere Drive, Suite 5
Mississauga, ON L5S 1M2
Fax: 1-905-678-0100 / 1-866-635-5956
Email: kerry@unifor2002.org
27 March 2024
Scholarship Info update in Education section on Main Menu
25 March 2024.
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07 March 2024
01 March 2024
07 January 2024
Updated Office Hours
Good news. Now that we have two people in the office we are able to cover Saturdays as well. Office Hours have expanded to 1900 as well. Having said that, we may be in the old office at the Ops Centre where we have wifi and a functional office or in the new Airside office underneath C31. The Company still have not given us a firm date but we are hoping it is sooner rather than later when we will get to move.
02 January 2024.
