National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is being observed by the BCMEA and member companies on Thursday, September 30, 2021 as a working holiday. The statutory holiday will be recognized in the same manner as all other recognized holidays in … Continue reading
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2021 Pensioners Scholarship Application Process Now Open – closing October 31, 2021
The Local 500 Pensioners Organization has opened their 2021 Scholarship application process. Applications, including the required documentation, must be returned to the Local 500 office by the end of the day on October 31, 2021. Completed applications and the accompanying … Continue reading
ILWU CANADA SCHOLARSHIPS
ILWU Canada’s Scholarships for post secondary are open for application. Bulletins are available at the ILWU Local 500 office and here. University Scholarship Vocational School Scholarship
Mandatory Vaccinations for Federally Regulated Worksites
ILWU CANADA – Statement – August 26, 2021 “ILWU Canada supports vaccination against COVID-19 for every Canadian that can be vaccinated. Science has demonstrated that vaccinations – alongside other measures like enhanced indoor ventilation, wearing masks and physical distancing – … Continue reading
NEWSLETTER – August 2021
The Union hopes to hold a membership meeting in September, as long as COVID protocols allow. Please watch for notification on the website or bulletins at Despatch and worksites.
BC Day – Office Closed – August 2
In recognition of the statutory holiday, the ILWU Local 500 office will be closed Monday August 2, 2021.
ILWU APPAREL FOR SALE – JUN 28-JUL 2 (8AM-6PM) AT MARITIME LABOUR CENTRE
APPAREL STORE – OPEN – MLC AUDITORIUM MONDAY, JUNE 28 TO FRIDAY, JULY 2 – 8 AM TO 6 PM 2021 Clothing Sale POSTER
Port of Vancouver Road Closure/Openings re: Centennial Road overpass & Commissioner St access
An update from the Port of Vancouver states that the Centennial Rd overpass will open on July 1, 2021, not June 27th as stated in the attached bulletin.
CANCELLED – WORKPLACE VIOLENCE & HARASSMENT TRAINING
CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE ILWU-BCMEA Workplace Violence and Harassment Training Should you have any questions/concerns about the course, please feel free to contact the ILWU Canada/Local 500 Workplace Violence and Harassment Co-ordinator Angela Talic 604.329.8505 – MONDAY TO FRIDAY – … Continue reading
If you’ve had your 1st COVID shot, you must register to get 2nd shot
COVID VACCINATIONS – MAKE SURE YOU’RE REGISTERED FOR YOUR 2ND SHOT Everyone who has already received their 1st COVID vaccine shot, including pensioners, will still have to re-register for your 2nd shot even if your 1st shot provider told you … Continue reading