YOU’RE INVITED to the march and plaque dedication and BBQ Remember September 3, 1935 Commemorating the strike of September 1935 and Bloody Thursday Join us in a silent march to remember the events of July 5, 1934 in San Francisco … Continue reading
In Memory of Amritpal Takhar Local 502 – Donations Requested
Tragically, our dear Brother Amritpal (Local 502) passed away June 10, 2018 in a motorbike collision. Family and friends are raising funds to support Amritpal’s wife and two children, aged 11 and 14. In the spirit of solidarity, we are … Continue reading
Squamish “A” Board Mandatory Squamish Plug-ins
If you’re on the Squamish “A” Board, you applied to be there and it’s your obligation to service Squamish first. As such, effective May 16, 2018, for a 6-month trial period, Casuals on the Squamish “A” Board must plug-in in … Continue reading
Revised List of Casuals Fined for Not Attending Mandatory Apr 25 or 26/18 Meetings
The attached revised bulletin lists individuals who did not attend the mandatory Casual meetings held on April 25 and 26, 2018 and have been assessed a fine for their non-attendance. In case you’re wondering why some work numbers are crossed … Continue reading
Annual ILWU Local 500 Labour Day Golf Classic – Mon, Sept 3/18 @ 1:00 pm – waitlist available
UPDATE June 28, 2018: Registration for the Labour Day Golf Classic is full. Individuals can still submit an application to be added to the waitlist. Monday, September 3, 2018 Swan-e-set Bay Resort & Country Club 16651 Rannie Road, Pitt Meadows, … Continue reading
Notice of Motion – to amend the Local 500 Constitution: Article V Officers & Committee Members
NOTICE OF MOTION to amend the LOCAL 500 CONSTITUTION: ARTICLE V Officers & Committee Members, From: C. Vacancies & Recall, Section 5 “Vacancies in the Executive or in any other rank and file elective office shall be filled for the … Continue reading
Membership Meetings Now Start at 6 PM!!! / Union Dues Receipts Available for Pickup
IMPORTANT Change to Membership Meeting times (now 6:00 pm!!!) Union dues receipts As per motion passed at the February Membership Meeting, monthly Membership Meetings will now commence at 6:00 pm. Receipts for Union dues/despatch fees are now available for pick … Continue reading
SAFETY – Treat Every Closed Hatch as a “Confined Space”
SAFETY BULLETIN. TREAT EVERY CLOSED HATCH AS A “CONFINED SPACE” On February 24th, 2018, aboard the Indonesian flagged M/V SUMIEI at the Indonesian Port of Martapura, Baru, five workers DIED after entering a hold of a ship before it was properly … Continue reading
Daylight Savings Time Takes Effect Sunday, March 11, 2018 @ 2 am
At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday morning March 11, the clock will change to 3:00 a.m. As per Black Book Document #20 – When, in accordance with the Daylight Saving Act of British Columbia, clocks are advanced one hour in the … Continue reading
60 “A” Board Casuals to attend Union Orientation on March 7, 2018, 11 am-2 pm
Attached is a 2-page list showing the work numbers of the 60 most senior “A” Board Casuals who are to attend a Union Orientation Meeting on: Wednesday, March 7, 2018 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Maritime Labour Centre Auditorium 1880 … Continue reading