Join us for a Zoom Call on March 20 at 1900EST

Unifor Local 2002 is inviting all interested political activists to join the Local Political Action Committee. This virtual meeting will be taking place on Thursday, March 20 at 1900 eastern time.

It is clear that the Canadian aviation industry is still facing challenges. Many of our members have been affected over the years by layoffs, and some airlines are still struggling amidst base closures, flight cancellations, and shifting customer choices amidst external pressures from the United States government. Cross-border travel is reaching COVID-19 lows as fewer Canadians are traveling south, partially due to an uncertain future, but mostly as an act of protest against ongoing U.S. tariffs.

Unifor Local 2002’s Political Action Committee would like your participation as we discuss political issues that impact all of us. We will also be discussing the [future] Federal Election, as well as how Local 2002 members can be part of the Elbows Up and Buy Canadian First movements.

If you wish to be part of this Committee, or know of other Local 2002 political activists that may be interested, please pass this information on to them.

Unifor 2002 Zoom Link

In Solidarity,

Bibianne Lafleche – Political Action Chairperson

Martin Melanson –Vice President, Atlantic Region

Tammy Moore – President

As we prepare to welcome a New Year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the one we’ve just shared. This year brought its fair share of challenges, yet through it all, we remained united. Together, we navigated transition uncertainties, celebrated wins, and grew stronger as a team.

All your hard work, resilience, and support for one another have been nothing short of inspiring. Our commitment and ability to come together as a team to fight to improve our workplace makes me honoured to work with all of you as Screening Officer and represent you as your District Chair.

I am proud to announce that we raised $2000 for Byron’s Road to Recovery 50/50! Congratulations to Matt Prizeman for being the winner of the 50/50. Further congratulations goes to Alex Popa for winning the gift card draw for filling out the bargaining survey.

We look forward to everyone’s participation in the upcoming proposal meetings. This round of bargaining is crucial for securing improved working conditions, so it is imperative that everyone remembers that United we Bargain, Divided we Beg. Now more than ever, we need to show our collective strength.

As we step into the year ahead, let’s carry forward the strength, unity, and optimism that have defined us. I’m optimistic about the changes and successes waiting for us in 2025, and I’m grateful to have each of you on this journey.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and prosperous New Year. May your checkpoint lines be small, and your pay cheques be large!

In Solidarity

Your Leadership Team

The Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Homewood Pathfinder offers free, confidential, 24/7 counselling and support. You can access their services online at Homewood Pathfinder using the company name Paladin Security and the invitation code PS2686, or by calling 1-800-663-1142. 

Anyone can contact the Distress Centre to speak with a highly trained responder, receive emotional support, and feel heard. They are available 24/7 by phone or text at 9-8-8 or 403-266-HELP (4357). This is a free, confidential service. 

We have a Crisis Advocate who can be reached confidentially by email at [email protected] and can assist you with finding resources within the workplace and community. 

We have a new digitized grievance form, it can be accessed through the MEMBERS REPORT FORM. This can be used for OT bypasses, denied breaks, and payroll issues. We encourage members to use this form, but you can still go to a Vice Chair to submit it as well. For all other grievances, these still need to be submitted by a member of the leadership team.

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Your bargaining committee has completed training and the bargaining survey was sent out. It is now closed and we had a good response rate, thank you to all that participated! Proposal meetings will commence in the New Year.  

We hope everyone supports each other during this busy holiday season.  Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to those that celebrate.  

In Solidarity, 

Your Leadership Team 

As reminder, the Membership Bargaining Survey is out. In preparation for upcoming contract negotiations, your Unifor Bargaining Committee would like to better understand where you stand on certain key bargaining issues. Your elected bargaining committee is encouraging your participation in completing this survey by offering a District 266 member the chance to win a $100 prepaid Visa gift card. In order to be eligible, you must meet all of the following criteria:

1. be a Unifor Local 2002 PASS D266 member in good standing
2. complete a survey no later than the deadline
3. include your first name, last name and your email address.

The winner will be contacted on December 23, 2024

Survey deadline:

Friday, December 20, 2024 (1200 local time)

Click here to begin the survey