… Moe, Saskatchewan has lagged behind in protecting equality for workers. One egregious example is its lack of pay equity … racialized women there is a 40% gender pay gap. As Unifor’s Western Regional Director, I am writing to urge your …
… & CEO, BC Transit Ltd Jerry Dias National President, Unifor Re: Unifor Union Strike – BC Transit / PW Transit Dear Mr Nichols, … BC Transit Tom Jezersek, President & COO, Pacific Western Transportation Michael Colborne, Chairman & CEO, …
… Unifor to donate $60,000 to B.C. flood relief November 24, 2021 … encouraging member locals to donate where possible. “These regions were just starting to recover from the pandemic. The … coworkers during this time,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. Unifor is Canada’s largest union …
… Danielle Smith’s slimmer mandate shows worker resistance is on the rise May 29, 2023 Share Main … seats in the Alberta legislature shows a growing number of workers are rejecting the extreme policies of the United … healthcare and education,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “We look forward to working with …
… Jerry Dias acclaimed and Unifor has first woman as National Secretary-Treasurer August … – Jerry Dias was acclaimed as National President of Unifor and Lana Payne was chosen as Secretary-Treasurer of … Gavin McGarrigle, B.C. Area Director, was chosen as the Western Regional Director, replacing Joie Warnock, who will …
… Unifor members ratify Manitoba Lotteries contract December 22, … highlights of a new collective agreement ratified by Unifor Local 144 members at the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries … a contract on a deadline,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “The strike mandate from the …
… failed today after B.C. Transit’s third-party contractor PW Transit was unwilling to collaborate with workers on a roadmap to wage parity, says Unifor. … Mountain Bus Company levels,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. For the first time, the union …
… Kenney’s most outspoken conservative critic may be bad for his stranglehold on the UCP, but the party’s policies are still a disaster for working Albertans, says Unifor. “Alberta’s workers want … it can’t deliver either,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “When Brian Jean eventually …
… Unifor encourages Manitobans to ‘Downgrade the PCs’ September … rooms by electing a new government on October 3, says Unifor. “The PCs’ abysmal record on healthcare and other vital … to protect what matters,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “Manitobans deserve better and …
… Manitoba workers deserve a $15 minimum wage in 2022 May 30, 2022 Share Main Image Image WINNIPEG—Unifor is urging the Government of Manitoba to accelerate its … paid the lowest in Canada,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “Stefanson has to aim higher than …
… Gavin McGarrigle says solidarity is key to victory May 13, 2021 Share Main Image Image In his report to more than 200 delegates and staff at the virtual Prairie Regional Council held this week, UniforWestern Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle took stock of the …
… at 5 a.m. on Saturday, January 29 as B.C. Transit’s contractors refuse to close the pay gap for Whistler-area transit operators, says Unifor. “We are … they serve with pride,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “This strike is about job …
… Equity Dear Premier Kenney, On Equal Pay Day this year, Unifor members will be wearing red to symbolize women being in … man did in 12 months. We know the gap is even wider for women facing multiple and intersecting areas of … reduce gendered income inequalities in Alberta. As Unifor’s Western Regional Director, I am writing to urge your …
… Unifor calls on Trudeau to send funding straight to Alberta's … schools August 11, 2021 Share Main Image Image Unifor has joined doctors and education experts in an open … to keep their kids safe," said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. The move follows Alberta Premier …
… Pacific Western Transportation transit workers vote 93% in favour of strike September 21, 2023 Share … after failing to reach a deal with their employer, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT), a contractor of BC Transit. …
… July 13, 2017 Share July 13, 2017 Campbell River—Unifor has reached a tentative agreement with Nyrstar at its Campbell River ore mine. “This is great news for workers and the community … a fair collective agreement,” said Joie Warnock, UniforWestern Regional Director. For more information, please …
… Unifor signs tentative agreement with Coast Mountain Bus Company … SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA —The joint bargaining committee for Unifor Locals 111 and 2200 have achieved a tentative … steep inflation increases,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “Their leadership will help set …
… $19M in government funding for Crofton mill and nothing to show for it November 24, 2023 Share Main Image Image CROFTON —The … ticket out of the industry,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “That’s no way to treat the …
… Unifor members organizing for change in Manitoba election September 5, 2023 … to protect what matters,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “Manitobans deserve better and … Contact Ian Boyko National Communications Representative - Western Region Email Email Hide Image on News Page Off … …
… Stefanson pre-election budget falls short March 7, 2023 Share Main Image Image WINNIPEG —Despite … privatization, and suppressing the minimum wage, says Unifor. “Manitobans will not forget the Stefanson government’s … cutbacks and privatization?” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “It’s time for change in …
… Regional Council opened Wednesday in Winnipeg at the Fort Garry Hotel. It is Unifor’s first large scale in-person meeting since the pandemic … about the importance of class consciousness and solidarity. Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle delivered his …
… Port of Vancouver backs down on arbitrary truck deadline … Image Image VANCOUVER — Extending the arbitrary deadline for vehicle replacement is a huge victory for Unifor’s … for drivers is outrageous,” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. “We need dialogue about a policy …
… June 27, 2023 Share Main Image Image REGINA —Unifor has uncovered more contracting out of permanent, unionized jobs on the site … and out-of-province firms?” said Gavin McGarrigle, UniforWestern Regional Director. The latest job posting for a …
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