Local 500’s elections for the 2014-2015 year will be held on November 27 and 28, 2014. Please read the attached bulletin for a list of candidates, as well as to obtain information on the advance poll, dates and times to … Continue reading
Category Archives: General
Election Bulletin – Rules on Campaigning
Candidates are reminded that they may not use any elected office or employment position to campaign for elections. Elected officers or members on union leave may not campaign on ILWU paid time, use ILWU offices, or ILWU contact information which … Continue reading
Membership Year Pins to Be Distributed
Brother and Sisters, We are beginning a new tradition in Local 500 starting at the Wednesday, September 17, 2014 Membership Meeting. The President will be handing out Membership Year Pins. These pins are to recognize the years that a person … Continue reading
Bulk Operators – Phosrock Upgrade
The following list of Bulk Operators still need to complete the Phosrock upgrade. This must be completed by May 7, 2014. Those not completing the upgrade will be subject to removal of the rating until the upgrade is completed. Please … Continue reading
Things you need to know if you are off
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY! When you’re sick or injured (and some other stuff) Information for Union Members and Casuals You must always notify the Union Office of your absence immediately. You must always notify the Union Office of your return … Continue reading
Casuals doing Container Lashing – Light Duty
ATTENTION CASUALS At the February 17, 2014 Executive Meeting the following motion was passed: Any Casual that accepts a despatch to container lashing will lose the light duty designation on their plate. Cliff Wellicome M & G Committee
Newly Trained Topside
Attention: Newly Trained Topside At the August 16, 2010 Executive Meeting the following motion was passed: “Newly trained Topside must service their rating on working jobs before signals and OB’s for a period of one year.”
Expanded Coverall Distribution
Coveralls are now available through the Vancouver Despatch Centre for employees despatched as: Lashers Shedmen Dockmen At TSI Vanterm DP World Centerm In solidarity Eric (Avtar) Parmar Business Agent
Reminder to All Wheat Specialty Rated Workers
When loading operations are being performed: Make sure ship lines are tight and vessels are tight to the dock. Notify Foreman &/or Crew if lines are slack. When hatchcovers are open, locks must be in place to prevent them from … Continue reading
Casuals Looking for Information
Any person employed as a Casual on the Vancouver waterfront and represented by ILWU Local 500 who is looking for information about their status as a Casual needs to contact the Membership & Grievance (M&G) Committee. You can phone the … Continue reading