Category: Machinists News

Courtesy of Canadian Labour Congress

We all want financial security for our families and ourselves when we retire. But for too long we have seen companies pay creditors or pay out bonuses to executives after declaring bankruptcy — while workers wait at the back of the line. It is time our government puts workers and pensioners before big banks and CEOs.

By protecting pensions, we can restore fairness for workers and pensioners and provide financial security and peace of mind to millions of families.

Together we can urge senators to pass the pension protection bill. We know you’re busy so we’ve drafted the letter for you — all you have to do is hit SEND.

Courtesy of Canadian Labour Congress

When workers unite, they make things better for everyone. That’s why unions were created to stand up together for fair wages, safe workplaces and decent work hours. There are millions of union members in Canada who know that by standing together, they can accomplish great things for themselves and all workers.

National Day of Mourning – Tomorrow (April 28)

Tomorrow, on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, we remember the workers killed or injured on the job as we observe the National Day of Mourning. “Our enduring message is to mourn for the dead and fight for the living,” says Canadian General Vice President Stan Pickthall in his video address to IAM members. This year, as we contend with COVID-19, our remembrance and the actions we take to hold our employers to account, to ensure the safety of all workers, is more important than ever. “We know that many workers during this COVID-19 crisis have been deemed essential and are going to work,” says Pickthall. “Our healthcare heroes, grocery heroes, and all the other heroes who are doing their jobs every day to make sure we’re safe. We need to make sure they have the proper protective equipment and that employers are doing everything they must do to ensure their safety.” On Tuesday, please take part in one of the many virtual Day of Mourning events or hold a private vigil. Together, let’s honour those who have lost their lives and stand with essential workers, as we call on our employers and government to do more.

IAM Will Continue to Fight to Ensure Every Worker Has the Proper Protection They Need.

IAM Local Lodge 1295 members who work in a Toronto long-term care facility. Zofia, Alicia, Lucita, Vivianne, Paul, Glenis, Olena, Agnes, and Lorissa.

PSW Marcia Stone and RN Shaudia Davis, proud members of IAM Local Lodge 1231.

Thank You to Our IAM District 78 Health Care Heroes

IAM District Lodge 78 represents thousands of front-line health care workers throughout Ontario in retirement homes, long-term care, patient transfer, and home care. They are our health care heroes, risking their health to protect ours. IAM continues to fight for our members and for all health care workers in Canada, to ensure that employers and governments do a better job providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), training, access to WSIB, and enhanced compensation.

We’re Here to Answer YOUR COVID-19 Questions

District 78 has brought on a dedicated staff member to assist IAM members with:The Employment Insurance (EI) process.Questions regarding health and safety and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).General questions regarding COVID-19.Allison Skinner is available during regular office hours by phone at 416-729-5563 or email at askinner@iamdl78.org.

COVID-19 Support and Information

IAM Resources Online Zoom Workshops for all IAM Members COVID-19 and Healthcare – FAQ for IAM Members IAM Guide to Assist Members Applying for Employment Insurance (EI) [PDF] Position Statement on COVID-19 for IAM Healthcare Members IAM News IAM 2020 Canadian Bargaining Priorities – COVID-19 IAM Health Care Bargaining Priorities Message from GVP Stan Pickthall to IAM members Other Resources Know The Difference: Self-Monitoring, Self-Isolation, and Isolation for COVID-19 – Public Health Agency of Canada [PDF] Workers Health & Safety Centre COVID-19 Resources COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment Tool – Government of Canada Canadian Labour Congress COVID-19 Resource Centre Help for Individuals during the COVID-19 Pandemic – Toronto & York Region Labour Council

See Our COVID-19 Information and Resource Page

Printable Newsletter

Our monthly newsletter is now available in a printable PDF format. Please download and share at YOUR workplace.

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Help Us Reach District 78 Members

Not every IAM District Lodge 78 member is receiving our eNewsletters. Talk to YOUR colleagues. If a fellow member isn’t receiving our emails please tell them to to contact info@iamdl78.org. It is important that we have a working email address for each and every IAM District Lodge 78 member.

District 78 News You May Have Missed

UFCW National Representatives and IAM Local 1922 Members Ratify Collective Agreement

District 78 now has support available for questions relating to government programs such as CERB and EI benefits. Click on the COVID-19 Poster below for more information.

To find out what’s happening in our District, click on the link below to visit the news section of the District website.

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