General
Team Leader Selection
TEAM LEADER TESTING In 2017 bargaining, we agreed to implement standardized Team Leader Testing as per BIQ 4 standards. All GM plants in North America must meet BIQ 4 requirements to remain eligible for future product, standardized Team Leader Testing is part of this. The testing is not hard. There is a written test consisting of short answers that are mostly acronym descriptions and 4 fairly easy math questions, and you can use a calculator. At every team board there is a binder that explains all the acronyms and a copy of that same binder will be in the testing room for anyone to refer to. After the written test there is a short interview with your group leader and a short interview with your assistant manager – this all follows the GMS guidelines. Testing occurs on company time, ...
Paystub Problems – Pay is OK
Payroll department notified us that due to technical difficulties, our Paystub will be delayed. Possibly as late as tomorrow. They indicated that the pay was deposited to our accounts on time.
General Membership Meeting Reminder
Just a reminder that the May General Membership Meeting (GMM) is this Sunday May 7, 2018 at 10:30 am. If you have ever wondered what happens at a GMM and how you can get involved this is a great place to start. All Standing committees are looking for members… Are you interested in Politics, the Environment, Technology or ever thought you’d like to practice your photography hobby more? Are you interested in Human Rights or Women’s issues? Are you interested in Recreation and social events or helping the Community? There’s a Standing committee for you! A reminder to newly elected members…swearing in for your position will happen this Sunday as well a photography booth will be set up so we can get your picture for the website contact info page. Hope to see everyo...
Local 88 Triennial Runoff Election Results 2018
Here are the Runoff election results 18 RUN-OFF results
Communications from GM-CAMI Assembly
GM-CAMI Assembly has contacted us and asked if we could share some info with our members in order to reach a wider audience.
ELECTION RESULTS – AWC UNIT 2
ELECTION RESULTS – AWC UNIT TWO INPLANT CHAIR Mel Boelsterli ACCLAIMED COMMITTEEPERSON OFFICE/DISPATCH Dave Mavin 5 **ELECTED Rob Bossence 1 COMMITTEEPERSON YARD No Nominations Received HEALTH & SAFETY Trish Hawkins ACCLAIMED
Sad News Walter (Wally) Balasiuk
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother Wally Balasiuk. Brother Balasiuk passed away on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Wally started at GM CAMI on December 3, 1990 in the Welding Dept. Wally was currently working in the Assembly Dept. We extend our condolences to Brother Balasiuk’s family, friends and co-workers. Funeral arrangements: http://yourlifemoments.ca/sitepages/obituary.asp?oId=1075779
April 28, National Day of Mourning
Remember those killed or injured on the job. Recommit to workers health and a safe workplace. BECAUSE ONE IS TOO MANY. Ceremonies will be held this weekend for details click the links below – Oxford Regional Labour Council- http://oxfordlabourcouncil.ca/april-28-day-of-mourning-ceremony/ London & District Labour Council- http://www.ldlc.on.ca/ Unifor Local 88 will hold a ceremony on April 29 at 10:30am at our monthly General Membership Meeting. Unifor National Day of Mourning Letter- https://www.unifor.org/sites/default/files/brief-statements/day_of_mourning_letter_2018.pdf Unifor National Day of Mourning Poster- https://www.unifor.org/sites/default/files/documents/document/2017-unifor_dayofmourning_eng_poster_art.png
REMINDER – ADVANCE POLL FRIDAY
An advance poll is available on Friday for those members who are retired, laid off, STPT, on S&A, maternity/parental, on vacation next week, or will otherwise not be in the plant on Tuesday for the election. Please be advised that, if you are an SG, you must work your shift before voting so that you know your assigned zone for the day. We ask for your patience as we guide the voters through the process. The advance poll will be held in the union lounge at the UNIFOR Local 88 hall, which is at the corner of Ingersoll St and Victoria St, from 6 am to 4 pm on Friday April 27th 2018. Election day is Tuesday, May 1st 2018. Polls open 6 am Tuesday and close 7:30 am Wednesday.
DCT Ingersoll Frequently Asked Questions and Answers For Members Laid Off/Employment Terminated April 28, 2018
DCT Ingersoll Frequently Asked Questions and Answers 04 2018 What Termination Notice and Pay is DCT required to give and pay? As per Article 18 of the CBA, DCT is required to give written notice and a minimum of 4 weeks of notice must be given. Therefore, for employees laid off April 28, 2018 must have received written notice on or before March 31, 2018. If this is not the case DCT has not provided correct notice and you should contact the Union Hall. What is the last pay period? The final pay period will be April 22 to May 5, 2018, which will be paid May 11, 2018. When would you get your vacation pay? All employees are being paid their vacation pay on the final pay covering pay period April 22 to May 5, 2018 which has a pay date of May 11, 2018. This will be done by direct deposit. Have s...
