If you are a Regular Work Force (RWF) employee who wishes to apply for a RWF job with a different employer you must quit your current RWF position before filling out the RWF job application form. This rule is an … Continue reading
Category Archives: General
Members and Casuals Seeking Medical Exemptions / Restrictions
You may no longer simply drop off an OFA (Occupational Fitness Assessment Form) at the Local 500 office. You must attend a joint ILWU/BCMEA meeting. Until July 7, 2015, the meetings will be on Fridays between the hours of 9 … Continue reading
Trust Fund for Randeep Nijjar #44666
On Friday, October 31, 2014, Randeep Nijjar was despatched to Down Below Steel at Lynnterm West, Berth #3 on the M/V Island Sea. He suffered a severely crushed foot during the course of his shift. He has lost all of … Continue reading
Trust Fund for Gurbinder Aujla #41897
On Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at 8:30 pm, Gurbinder Aujla was driving home from picking up his son from a sporting event and was struck by a vehicle. He is now at Vancouver General Hospital. He is currently paralyzed from … Continue reading
2014 Election Results
Please click the attachment to view the election results.
Local 500 2014 Election Bulletin (list of candidates and details)
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
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