Productive bargaining so far with Loblaw
June 22, 2018
Since Tuesday this week your bargaining committee, led by President Jeff Traeger has been productive.
Both sides have been bargaining since Tuesday this week and today they started into the No Frills agreement.
Watch for more video updates coming, and check out President Traeger's video update below.
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CDC Members Ratify a New Agreement
June 21, 2018
On June 19, 2018, UFCW Local 832 union members working at the Carberry Distribution Centre unanimously voted “yes” to accept a new four-year collective agreement.
During the life of the contract, the employees’ wages will increase by eight per cent. The new agreement also includes an increase to the freezer premium as well as to the amount of banked time.
“It’s a good agreement,” stated lead union negotiator Martin Trudel. “We were able to negotiate some necessary cleanup language and more importantly we gave no concessions.”
CDC is a freezer warehouse located in...
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Red Rive Co-op Negotiations Challenging, to Continue Next Month
June 15, 2018
The Union and the Co-op negotiating committees met on June 11, 12 and 13 for three full days of challenging bargaining. The parties had very open and productive discussions on options that are available to resolve the outstanding issues, which deal with mostly monetary issues. However difficult decisions still need to be made for both bargaining committees.
Therefore, the parties have scheduled additional bargaining dates for next month on July 23 and 24. Secretary-Treasurer Beatrice Bruske, who is leading these negotiations for the union, will provide a further update after the...
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Negotiations in Motion for Members at Avis Budget Car Rental
June 5, 2018
On May 22, the union met with the employer to commence bargaining towards the renewal of the collective agreement for the members working at Avis Budget Car Rental. At that time, the parties exchanged proposals and persevered bargaining on May 23 and 24.
By the end of that session, the negotiating committees had agreed to some of the non-monetary items and had good discussions on several areas of common concern. Talks are set to continue on July 17 and 18, and the union committee is expecting to make significant process.
UFCW 832 negotiator Sonia Taylor will provide an update...
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Gillam Co-op Negotiations Continuing Next Month
June 5, 2018
The Union and the Co-op negotiating committees met again during the week of May 28 to continue negotiations towards the renewal of the collective agreement for the members working at the Gillam Co-op.
During this session, the parties resumed talks on the outstanding non-monetary items, which the majority of them have now been dealt with. The parties also provided complete responses on all outstanding items, including the monetary issues.
Negotiations will resume next month on July 11, 12 and 13.
“I am hopeful that the next set of dates will result in the committees...
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Bargaining Underway at Visions of Independence
June 4, 2018
The first round of negotiations is scheduled to begin with Visions of Independence (VOI) on August 8 and 9.
During the first round, the union negotiating committee, led by negotiator Martin Trudel and assisted by Jennifer Buckingham, Christine Funk, Adetola Osifeso, and Mary Wityshyn, will exchange proposals with the employer. The union’s proposals were based on VOI members’ respective suggestions regarding changes to contract language, benefits and wages that they would like to see negotiated into their new collective agreement.
Visions of Independence provides an individual...
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Loblaw bargaining begins
June 2, 2018
Since the start of this year Local 832, has been busy with preparations for bargaining, with Loblaw, between member forums, Steward meetings and a town hall, UFCW has been listening to member's concerns and has been reviewing bargaining proposals.
Yesterday, May 31, the UFCW bargaining committee, led by President Jeff Traeger and Secretary-Treasurer Bea Bruske sat down with the employers to discuss the first rounds of bargaining.
Check out President Jeff Traeger's video update on Loblaw bargaining.
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PRIDE PROUD
June 1, 2018
UFCW is a proud supporter of Pride Winnipeg, as well as Pride marches in other communities throughout Manitoba. Local 832 has a long history of being an advocate for equality and inclusion for all its members. The union believes everyone deserves a workplace free from discrimination, violence and abuse—regardless of sex, sex characteristics, sex orientation, gender or gender identity.
Upcoming Events in Manitoba
May 25 – June 3: Pride Winnipeg ...
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Loblaw bargaining committee announced
May 30, 2018
It's with great pleasure that UFCW Local 832 introduces you to your 2018 Loblaw Bargaining Committee. This committee brings an excellent mix of new faces and members who have participated in the process before, ensuring you will be well represented in the negotiations to come.
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Embracing Heritage
May 29, 2018
In commemoration of National Indigenous Peoples History Month, UFCW Canada along with UFCW Local 832 is hosting a two-day event on June 6 and 7 in Winnipeg. UFCW Canada National President Paul Meinema, Local Union Presidents, staff and members from all across Canada will be attending the UFCW Canada 2nd Annual National Indigenous Peoples Celebration.
As part of this event, the 35 participants will appreciate a special presentation of the “Touchstones of Hope” workshop, created by The First Nations Child and Family Caring Society. The Touchstones of Hope is a set of principles to...
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