The union negotiating committee provides an update on negotiations with ArcelorMittal. Progress remains limited with major economic and non-economic issues still unresolved as the contract expiration deadline approaches. The company has canceled subcommittee meetings and shows no urgency. The union has proposed solutions consistent with respecting past gains and securing the future. Members are asked to continue support through sticker campaigns and solidarity, as a fair contract can still be achieved through unity despite management efforts to undermine workers. Health care and strike fund benefits are explained to ensure member support during a potential strike.
The document appears to be the results of a consultation survey conducted in October 2008 regarding welfare benefits received by individuals with M.E. It includes data on the number of respondents receiving Incapacity Benefit, Income Support, or Jobseeker's Allowance. It also presents data on the length of time respondents have received these benefits and the number who have appealed or won appeals. Additional data shows what other benefits respondents receive.
The USG Corporation 2003 Annual Report provides the following information:
1) USG achieved record sales of $3.7 billion in 2003 despite challenges like higher energy costs, supported by strong housing markets.
2) Net earnings were $122 million, with earnings before accounting changes of $138 million in 2003 and $139 million in 2002.
3) The outcome of USG's Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to asbestos litigation remains uncertain and poses risks to shareholders of substantially diluted or wiped out stakes.
4) USG will focus on strengthening operations, reducing costs, and developing new products to prepare for emerging from bankruptcy and sustaining leadership in building materials.
Bueller Family Wealth Goal Achiever - InKnowVision Advanced Estate PlanningInKnowVision
Advanced Planning For the Ultra High Net Worth.The recordings for this program can be found at http://tinyurl.com/6yojnrt.
Learn more at www.inknowvision.com
The Family Wealth Goal Achiever™ is a plan design book (like a blueprint) that explains in easy to understand text and graphics the planning ideas being recommended by the planning team. It solves for high net worth tax planning, advanced estate planning, business transition planning, asset protection planning.
- Turnover increased from £340m in 2010/11 to £369m in 2011/12, with income from lettings rising to £237m. Operating profit before interest increased to £96.2m.
- The group continues to match spending to available funding and has £312.5m in undrawn committed facilities. Investors continue to support the group despite financial market volatility.
- The housing stock owned or managed grew to 61,978 homes by April 2012, supporting long-term rental income streams.
This diagram depicts a jungle landscape with various landmarks including a mountain, river, waterfall, cave, and tree that could provide resources for survival in a jungle environment. It shows the spatial relationship between these landmarks without additional context or labeling.
This document outlines a WebQuest lesson plan for 10th grade world geography students about traveling to China and writing a journal describing the geography and people of three different Chinese regions. Students will research various regions of China using provided websites and write a journal from the perspective of traveling through each region, connecting how the geography affects the local people. Their journal will be shared with classmates, and they will discuss examples of how geography has influenced people in the United States.
Global warming is caused by increased levels of carbon dioxide and other pollutants in the atmosphere from human activities like burning fossil fuels. Burning coal for electricity accounts for over 90% of carbon dioxide emissions from the electric utility industry in the US. Increased usage of nitrogen-rich fertilizers on croplands also contributes to global warming by trapping more heat than carbon dioxide alone. As a result of global warming, temperatures have risen 4-7 degrees Fahrenheit in Arctic regions over the past 50 years, glaciers and ice sheets are melting, sea levels have risen by 1.5-2 mm per year, and Arctic species like polar bears are threatened with extinction.
The negotiating committee reached a tentative agreement with ArcelorMittal that tracks the pattern agreement with some differences due to the companies' structures. Key issues addressed include retiree healthcare and maintaining wages, pensions, seniority rights and protections from outsourcing. Management had demanded major concessions but the union solidarity enabled defending members' interests. Details of the agreement and ratification process will be provided soon.
The document appears to be the results of a consultation survey conducted in October 2008 regarding welfare benefits received by individuals with M.E. It includes data on the number of respondents receiving Incapacity Benefit, Income Support, or Jobseeker's Allowance. It also presents data on the length of time respondents have received these benefits and the number who have appealed or won appeals. Additional data shows what other benefits respondents receive.
The USG Corporation 2003 Annual Report provides the following information:
1) USG achieved record sales of $3.7 billion in 2003 despite challenges like higher energy costs, supported by strong housing markets.
2) Net earnings were $122 million, with earnings before accounting changes of $138 million in 2003 and $139 million in 2002.
3) The outcome of USG's Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to asbestos litigation remains uncertain and poses risks to shareholders of substantially diluted or wiped out stakes.
4) USG will focus on strengthening operations, reducing costs, and developing new products to prepare for emerging from bankruptcy and sustaining leadership in building materials.
Bueller Family Wealth Goal Achiever - InKnowVision Advanced Estate PlanningInKnowVision
Advanced Planning For the Ultra High Net Worth.The recordings for this program can be found at http://tinyurl.com/6yojnrt.
Learn more at www.inknowvision.com
The Family Wealth Goal Achiever™ is a plan design book (like a blueprint) that explains in easy to understand text and graphics the planning ideas being recommended by the planning team. It solves for high net worth tax planning, advanced estate planning, business transition planning, asset protection planning.
- Turnover increased from £340m in 2010/11 to £369m in 2011/12, with income from lettings rising to £237m. Operating profit before interest increased to £96.2m.
- The group continues to match spending to available funding and has £312.5m in undrawn committed facilities. Investors continue to support the group despite financial market volatility.
- The housing stock owned or managed grew to 61,978 homes by April 2012, supporting long-term rental income streams.
This diagram depicts a jungle landscape with various landmarks including a mountain, river, waterfall, cave, and tree that could provide resources for survival in a jungle environment. It shows the spatial relationship between these landmarks without additional context or labeling.
This document outlines a WebQuest lesson plan for 10th grade world geography students about traveling to China and writing a journal describing the geography and people of three different Chinese regions. Students will research various regions of China using provided websites and write a journal from the perspective of traveling through each region, connecting how the geography affects the local people. Their journal will be shared with classmates, and they will discuss examples of how geography has influenced people in the United States.
Global warming is caused by increased levels of carbon dioxide and other pollutants in the atmosphere from human activities like burning fossil fuels. Burning coal for electricity accounts for over 90% of carbon dioxide emissions from the electric utility industry in the US. Increased usage of nitrogen-rich fertilizers on croplands also contributes to global warming by trapping more heat than carbon dioxide alone. As a result of global warming, temperatures have risen 4-7 degrees Fahrenheit in Arctic regions over the past 50 years, glaciers and ice sheets are melting, sea levels have risen by 1.5-2 mm per year, and Arctic species like polar bears are threatened with extinction.
The negotiating committee reached a tentative agreement with ArcelorMittal that tracks the pattern agreement with some differences due to the companies' structures. Key issues addressed include retiree healthcare and maintaining wages, pensions, seniority rights and protections from outsourcing. Management had demanded major concessions but the union solidarity enabled defending members' interests. Details of the agreement and ratification process will be provided soon.
Many people in Canterbury are struggling to have their insurers honour their insurance policies post quake. Many have experienced assessment after assesment and more recently examples of shoddy repairs are coming to the fore.
A number of experts in their field feel there is a long overdue need for change, and that one of the ways to help achieve this change is for the homeowner to be more informed of what is going on, why and how they can better ensure their home is protected.
A big thanks to each of the presenters - a great afternoon on the 2nd August with over 300 people attending.
Published Transcript Shell Shareholder Engagement AGM- 13may20Energy for One World
- The document summarizes a shareholder webcast held by Royal Dutch Shell on May 13th, 2020 to engage with shareholders during the COVID-19 pandemic when the annual general meeting could not be held as usual.
- Chad Holliday, Chair of Royal Dutch Shell, outlined the company's response to COVID-19 which focused on care for employee and community health and safety, continuity of operations, and financial resilience.
- Ben van Beurden, CEO of Royal Dutch Shell, then discussed actions taken to preserve financial strength including reducing capital expenditure and operating costs as well as resetting the dividend to ensure a strong balance sheet during economic uncertainty.
This document is the 2009 annual report for Northwestern Mutual. It summarizes the company's financial results for 2009, highlighting that despite volatility in financial markets, Northwestern Mutual paid over $4.7 billion in policyholder dividends, an increase of 4% from 2008. The report also features interviews with several policyholders who felt financially secure during the economic downturn thanks to their policies and relationships with Northwestern Mutual financial representatives.
The document is a newsletter from LECMPA, an organization that provides job insurance to transportation workers. The summary is:
1) LECMPA introduced a new insurance policy and has seen strong membership growth. They were also recognized with several customer service awards.
2) The newsletter features a story about a member who was able to support his family after losing his job due to a work violation, thanks to his LECMPA insurance.
3) Financial reports show LECMPA has grown its assets and surplus over the past two years while maintaining a stable level of claims liabilities.
This document contains the prepared remarks from Duke Energy's Q1 2004 earnings conference call. The key points are:
1) Duke Energy reported earnings of 36 cents per share including special items, and ongoing earnings of 32 cents, which met expectations despite $6 cents of MTM losses during the quarter.
2) Several business segments performed well, including franchised electric and gas transmission. Field services benefited from higher frac spreads and hedging gains.
3) Challenges included a disappointing quarter for DENA due to inability to capture optionality. However, DENA expects to realize its full-year budget.
4) Duke Energy continues reducing debt and increasing cash, made progress on legal issues,
David Ratcliffe will become President of Southern Company in April and Chairman and CEO in July, succeeding Allen Franklin who will retire after 34 years with the company. Ratcliffe praises Franklin's leadership and the consistent success Southern Company has achieved. He expresses confidence in the company's strategy and team to continue delivering solid long-term results and earnings growth of 5% annually. The transition will be seamless as Southern Company's strengths remain its focus on the Southeast region and balanced business portfolio.
Duke Energy reported third quarter earnings per share of $0.41, which included $0.03 from special items primarily related to additional tax benefits from asset sales. Ongoing earnings were $0.38 per share. Key business segments like Franchised Electric and Natural Gas Transmission reported solid results. Field Services benefited from strong natural gas liquid prices. Duke Energy North America continued working to reduce losses from its merchant energy business. The company has reduced its debt by $2.4 billion year-to-date through asset sales and cash flows. Management expects to meet or exceed its financial goals for 2004 and continues working to improve the company's performance.
This document summarizes an article about a woman named Vicki Prussak who started a wellness coaching business called Well...Now LLC in Akron, Ohio. The summary discusses how Prussak has been interested in wellness for over 20 years after experiencing health issues as a teenager. It also mentions that Well...Now LLC offers individual and group wellness coaching to help clients improve different aspects of their lives like diet, exercise, stress relief, and even finances. The business educates people on what wellness really means and helps guide clients to set goals and find ways to improve their overall well-being.
This slide show explains how Apex Investments, LLC can help you safely & securely save for your retirement. Learn how to earn a whopping 9% or 12% return on your investment dollars!
Key discussion points:
How do Claims and Underwriting typically relate? Why align Underwriting and Claim departments at Society? What changes did Society make and how? What impact did the change have on results?
The document summarizes the agenda for the annual meeting of the Deuel Area Development, Inc. (DADi) held at the Buffalo Ridge Resort in Gary, South Dakota. The agenda included a business meeting, elections for the board of directors, presentations on DADi's work and on a housing assessment report, and tours of the resort and demonstrations by Airstreams Renewables.
The note discusses increased sales and activity starting in the south and west that is expected to progress northward as the weather improves. When spring arrives, volumes are expected to surge rapidly. The note also highlights that over 126,000 sets of patio furniture, 26,000 grills, 16,000 power equipment bays, and over 9,000 miles of hose have already been delivered for spring. Finally, the note emphasizes the need for teamwork to optimize operations and become the top supply chain serving the leading home improvement retailer.
USG emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2006 with its principles and reputation intact. It repaid creditors in full with interest, funded a $3.95 billion trust for asbestos claimants, and maintained relationships with customers and employees. USG exited with an investment-grade credit rating despite conventional wisdom. It focused on communicating openly, building its enterprise during bankruptcy, and managing operations normally. As a result, USG posted record $5.8 billion in sales in 2006. It is now well positioned for future growth through its investments, product diversity, and status as the industry's low-cost, high-volume producer.
Over the last five years, USG invested over $900 million to improve operations, built its distribution arm into a $2.5 billion business, generated $1.5 billion in cash, and emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a landmark agreement that preserved shareholder equity. In 2006, USG reported record sales of $5.8 billion despite challenges from a slowing housing market. USG is well positioned for continued success due to investments in production, a diverse product portfolio beyond wallboard, and the trust built with stakeholders during its restructuring.
The document is the transcript of Duke Energy's Q1 2003 earnings conference call.
In the call, Duke Energy executives discuss the company's financial results and progress on its strategic plan. They report that regulated utilities Franchised Electric and Gas Transmission contributed 94% of earnings. Duke is reducing costs, selling $1.1 billion in assets, and focusing on its strongest businesses. While merchant energy faced challenges, Duke is restructuring to improve results going forward.
The document provides information to homeowners affected by the 2007 California wildfires on legal issues related to underinsurance claims. It discusses determining if a homeowner is underinsured, strategies for negotiating claims, documenting the scope of loss, obtaining independent estimates, and pursuing legal remedies if an insurance company refuses to fully cover costs. Key steps include calculating total losses, reviewing coverage limits, consulting an attorney, and filing a complaint with the Department of Insurance if necessary.
This document contains the prepared remarks and Q&A from Duke Energy Corporation's earnings conference call for Q2 2004.
The key points are:
1) Duke Energy reported earnings per share of $0.46 for Q2 2004, which included $0.04 per share in special items. Ongoing earnings were $0.42 per share.
2) The company's largest business segments - Franchised Electric and Gas Transmission - generated solid earnings and cash flows for the quarter. Field Services also had strong results due to high natural gas liquid prices and operating improvements.
3) Duke Energy reduced its mark-to-market trading position, but results were still affected by changing commodity prices
The Better Business Bureau annual report summarizes the organization's activities over the past year. It provides standards that BBB-accredited businesses agree to uphold related to building trust, advertising honestly, telling the truth, being transparent, honoring promises, being responsive, safeguarding privacy, and embodying integrity. The report lists the most inquired about industries and total inquiries received. It also provides information on the BBB board of directors and boards of advisors across different counties.
Volunteers are invited to help clean up Hamilton Beach on Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to 12pm by meeting at Hutch's. The cleanup is a chance to get involved in the community and support the district's focus on community for the year. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided for volunteers to clean up trash and make the beach better for everyone.
Many people in Canterbury are struggling to have their insurers honour their insurance policies post quake. Many have experienced assessment after assesment and more recently examples of shoddy repairs are coming to the fore.
A number of experts in their field feel there is a long overdue need for change, and that one of the ways to help achieve this change is for the homeowner to be more informed of what is going on, why and how they can better ensure their home is protected.
A big thanks to each of the presenters - a great afternoon on the 2nd August with over 300 people attending.
Published Transcript Shell Shareholder Engagement AGM- 13may20Energy for One World
- The document summarizes a shareholder webcast held by Royal Dutch Shell on May 13th, 2020 to engage with shareholders during the COVID-19 pandemic when the annual general meeting could not be held as usual.
- Chad Holliday, Chair of Royal Dutch Shell, outlined the company's response to COVID-19 which focused on care for employee and community health and safety, continuity of operations, and financial resilience.
- Ben van Beurden, CEO of Royal Dutch Shell, then discussed actions taken to preserve financial strength including reducing capital expenditure and operating costs as well as resetting the dividend to ensure a strong balance sheet during economic uncertainty.
This document is the 2009 annual report for Northwestern Mutual. It summarizes the company's financial results for 2009, highlighting that despite volatility in financial markets, Northwestern Mutual paid over $4.7 billion in policyholder dividends, an increase of 4% from 2008. The report also features interviews with several policyholders who felt financially secure during the economic downturn thanks to their policies and relationships with Northwestern Mutual financial representatives.
The document is a newsletter from LECMPA, an organization that provides job insurance to transportation workers. The summary is:
1) LECMPA introduced a new insurance policy and has seen strong membership growth. They were also recognized with several customer service awards.
2) The newsletter features a story about a member who was able to support his family after losing his job due to a work violation, thanks to his LECMPA insurance.
3) Financial reports show LECMPA has grown its assets and surplus over the past two years while maintaining a stable level of claims liabilities.
This document contains the prepared remarks from Duke Energy's Q1 2004 earnings conference call. The key points are:
1) Duke Energy reported earnings of 36 cents per share including special items, and ongoing earnings of 32 cents, which met expectations despite $6 cents of MTM losses during the quarter.
2) Several business segments performed well, including franchised electric and gas transmission. Field services benefited from higher frac spreads and hedging gains.
3) Challenges included a disappointing quarter for DENA due to inability to capture optionality. However, DENA expects to realize its full-year budget.
4) Duke Energy continues reducing debt and increasing cash, made progress on legal issues,
David Ratcliffe will become President of Southern Company in April and Chairman and CEO in July, succeeding Allen Franklin who will retire after 34 years with the company. Ratcliffe praises Franklin's leadership and the consistent success Southern Company has achieved. He expresses confidence in the company's strategy and team to continue delivering solid long-term results and earnings growth of 5% annually. The transition will be seamless as Southern Company's strengths remain its focus on the Southeast region and balanced business portfolio.
Duke Energy reported third quarter earnings per share of $0.41, which included $0.03 from special items primarily related to additional tax benefits from asset sales. Ongoing earnings were $0.38 per share. Key business segments like Franchised Electric and Natural Gas Transmission reported solid results. Field Services benefited from strong natural gas liquid prices. Duke Energy North America continued working to reduce losses from its merchant energy business. The company has reduced its debt by $2.4 billion year-to-date through asset sales and cash flows. Management expects to meet or exceed its financial goals for 2004 and continues working to improve the company's performance.
This document summarizes an article about a woman named Vicki Prussak who started a wellness coaching business called Well...Now LLC in Akron, Ohio. The summary discusses how Prussak has been interested in wellness for over 20 years after experiencing health issues as a teenager. It also mentions that Well...Now LLC offers individual and group wellness coaching to help clients improve different aspects of their lives like diet, exercise, stress relief, and even finances. The business educates people on what wellness really means and helps guide clients to set goals and find ways to improve their overall well-being.
This slide show explains how Apex Investments, LLC can help you safely & securely save for your retirement. Learn how to earn a whopping 9% or 12% return on your investment dollars!
Key discussion points:
How do Claims and Underwriting typically relate? Why align Underwriting and Claim departments at Society? What changes did Society make and how? What impact did the change have on results?
The document summarizes the agenda for the annual meeting of the Deuel Area Development, Inc. (DADi) held at the Buffalo Ridge Resort in Gary, South Dakota. The agenda included a business meeting, elections for the board of directors, presentations on DADi's work and on a housing assessment report, and tours of the resort and demonstrations by Airstreams Renewables.
The note discusses increased sales and activity starting in the south and west that is expected to progress northward as the weather improves. When spring arrives, volumes are expected to surge rapidly. The note also highlights that over 126,000 sets of patio furniture, 26,000 grills, 16,000 power equipment bays, and over 9,000 miles of hose have already been delivered for spring. Finally, the note emphasizes the need for teamwork to optimize operations and become the top supply chain serving the leading home improvement retailer.
USG emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2006 with its principles and reputation intact. It repaid creditors in full with interest, funded a $3.95 billion trust for asbestos claimants, and maintained relationships with customers and employees. USG exited with an investment-grade credit rating despite conventional wisdom. It focused on communicating openly, building its enterprise during bankruptcy, and managing operations normally. As a result, USG posted record $5.8 billion in sales in 2006. It is now well positioned for future growth through its investments, product diversity, and status as the industry's low-cost, high-volume producer.
Over the last five years, USG invested over $900 million to improve operations, built its distribution arm into a $2.5 billion business, generated $1.5 billion in cash, and emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a landmark agreement that preserved shareholder equity. In 2006, USG reported record sales of $5.8 billion despite challenges from a slowing housing market. USG is well positioned for continued success due to investments in production, a diverse product portfolio beyond wallboard, and the trust built with stakeholders during its restructuring.
The document is the transcript of Duke Energy's Q1 2003 earnings conference call.
In the call, Duke Energy executives discuss the company's financial results and progress on its strategic plan. They report that regulated utilities Franchised Electric and Gas Transmission contributed 94% of earnings. Duke is reducing costs, selling $1.1 billion in assets, and focusing on its strongest businesses. While merchant energy faced challenges, Duke is restructuring to improve results going forward.
The document provides information to homeowners affected by the 2007 California wildfires on legal issues related to underinsurance claims. It discusses determining if a homeowner is underinsured, strategies for negotiating claims, documenting the scope of loss, obtaining independent estimates, and pursuing legal remedies if an insurance company refuses to fully cover costs. Key steps include calculating total losses, reviewing coverage limits, consulting an attorney, and filing a complaint with the Department of Insurance if necessary.
This document contains the prepared remarks and Q&A from Duke Energy Corporation's earnings conference call for Q2 2004.
The key points are:
1) Duke Energy reported earnings per share of $0.46 for Q2 2004, which included $0.04 per share in special items. Ongoing earnings were $0.42 per share.
2) The company's largest business segments - Franchised Electric and Gas Transmission - generated solid earnings and cash flows for the quarter. Field Services also had strong results due to high natural gas liquid prices and operating improvements.
3) Duke Energy reduced its mark-to-market trading position, but results were still affected by changing commodity prices
The Better Business Bureau annual report summarizes the organization's activities over the past year. It provides standards that BBB-accredited businesses agree to uphold related to building trust, advertising honestly, telling the truth, being transparent, honoring promises, being responsive, safeguarding privacy, and embodying integrity. The report lists the most inquired about industries and total inquiries received. It also provides information on the BBB board of directors and boards of advisors across different counties.
Volunteers are invited to help clean up Hamilton Beach on Wednesday, July 29th from 10am to 12pm by meeting at Hutch's. The cleanup is a chance to get involved in the community and support the district's focus on community for the year. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided for volunteers to clean up trash and make the beach better for everyone.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served with a cost of $7 while children under 10 are free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served for $7 with children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an International Women's Day breakfast on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The $7 breakfast will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, and guest speakers. Children under 10 eat for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an International Women's Day breakfast on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The $7 breakfast will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, and guest speakers. Children under 10 eat for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are sponsoring an International Women's Day breakfast on March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served with a cost of $7 and children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity are hosting an event on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hamilton Area Council located at 1031 Barton Street East to celebrate International Women's Day 2015. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served for $7 with children under 10 eating for free.
The Hamilton Area Council Women of Steel are hosting an event for International Women's Day on Sunday March 8th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at 1031 Barton Street E. The event will include door prizes, a 50/50 draw, guest speakers, and breakfast served. Tickets are $7 with children under 10 being free.
Darren Green, the president of USW Local 5328, invites new members who have completed their probationary period to get involved with the union. He proposes forming a "Next Generation Committee" to give younger workers a say in decisions that will affect their future. While the current agreement requires one year of service to become a shop steward, the committee would allow newer members to have a voice and get educated on issues. Green encourages interested new members to let him know if they want to join the committee or get involved in other ways, such as running for office.
To earn the Labour Studies Certificate from Mohawk College and the Hamilton and District Labour Council, students must complete 12 courses including 4 required courses covering the history and challenges of the Canadian labour movement. Students can apply the certificate towards a Labour Studies degree from McMaster University, receiving 6 credits for first-year courses. Courses in the program are offered on weekends or evenings from September to May at various local union and university locations.
The document discusses U.S. Steel's third quarter results and operations in Canada. It reports that U.S. Steel announced higher profits and cash reserves for Q3 2014. However, in Canada, the company shut down coke ovens in Hamilton, laying off around 100 workers. The document criticizes U.S. Steel for using bankruptcy proceedings in Canada to shed costs and dismantle steel production, while celebrating profit gains in the U.S. It calls on the government to end U.S. Steel's control and protect Canadian jobs and the economy.
The McMaster Labour Studies Certificate program offers courses on labour studies topics aimed at lifelong learning for workers. To earn the certificate, students must complete 12 courses including 4 required courses covering the history of the Canadian labour movement. Courses are offered on weekends and evenings in local union halls and at McMaster University. The program provides smaller class sizes and flexibility to accommodate working students.
The summary is announcing a Labour Day picnic on August 1st, 2014 at Gage Park in Hamilton, Ontario following the Labour Day parade. It will include free entertainment, hamburgers, sausage, hotdogs, kids games and races where all kids will receive loot bags of toys. An additional scavenger hunt will be held for 11-12 year olds to win tickets to a Tiger Cats game.
The document announces a meeting of the Area Council to take place on September 22, 2014 from 10am to 1:30pm at the Workers Arts & Heritage Centre located at 51 Stuart Street in Hamilton, Ontario. The Centre serves to preserve, honour, and promote the culture and history of all working people.
Lynn R. Williams was a visionary leader and organizer in the labor movement who worked tirelessly to advance justice and dignity. A memorial will be held on June 21, 2014 at 10:30am at the Westin Bristol Place in Toronto to celebrate Lynn's life and legacy of inspiring generations to come in the fight for progressive change. RSVPs for the event should be made by June 13 by contacting Karolina Iron.
The document announces a May Day rally and barbecue on May 1st. It invites all union members, retirees, and the community to assemble at 3:00 PM at the Mana gates on Industrial Drive to oppose austerity measures and support manufacturing. A barbecue will be held afterwards at 5:00 PM at the union hall.
This document discusses the United Steelworkers' Westray II campaign to enforce health and safety laws and stop workplace deaths. It outlines several workplace tragedies over the past 40 years, including the Westray mining disaster that killed 26 workers, and efforts to honor victims and fight for stronger protections. It calls on readers to participate in Day of Mourning ceremonies, support the campaign through the provided website, and demand politicians take action to enforce laws and stop workplace fatalities.
Garbage collection workers have targets set by management to meet based on costs and efficiency. The writer, a Hamilton taxpayer, does not mind that garbage workers can finish earlier by meeting their targets. Investigations into city workers should consider management's role in setting targets and get both sides of the story, rather than blame just the workers. The Hamilton Spectator failed to do this with their recent reporting on garbage collection.
The letter criticizes a Hamilton Spectator article about garbage collection targets. The letter writer states that garbage collectors have targets set by management based on efficiency, and finishing earlier is acceptable. The letter argues the article unfairly blamed workers without considering management's role in setting targets or getting both sides of the story. The letter claims the article drove a wedge between workers and taxpayers instead of responsible reporting.
1. A M N
M U
Monday, August 27, 2012
Weekend Talks with ArcelorMittal Yield Little Progress
With just a few days remaining before our company to turn our plants over to contractors and
contracts with ArcelorMittal expire, your salaried “engineers.”
Negotiating Committee continues to try to engage Given management’s persistence in pursuit of a
the company on all outstanding issues on a variety contract that reverses more than 70 years of
of levels. progress for union members and families, your
With major economic and non-economic continued attention, support and solidarity are
items to address before our now more important than ever
deadline, A r c e l o r M i t t a l Wednesday will be our second to our success as we enter this
management shows no sense Sticker Day. Look for your new final week of bargaining.
of urgency by postponing and sticker with a clear and simple We still have a lot of
ca nc eli n g s u b co m m i t t e e message to management: ground to cover but we believe
meetings. The company is still Fair Contract Now! that as long as you continue to
challenging even relatively And be sure to turn over to read stand united, we can accomplish
minor issues such as contract today’s Q&A. anything — including
language about scheduling reaching a fair contract with
bereavement leave and justice & dignity. this company — despite management’s ongoing
In the meantime, we have presented the attempts to undermine our past progress and the
company with a series of proposals that address future of our standard of living and working
the issues we believe are consistent with our goals conditions.
of respecting our past and securing our
future.
For generations, our union has fought to make WE ARE 100% UNION
our mills and communities places we can be proud
to work and live. ArcelorMittal management —
after months of hearing your strong and loud NO ALWAYS HAVE BEEN — ALWAYS WILL BE
— still wants an agreement that would allow the
Your USW Nego a ng Commi ee
David McCall, Chairman Jim Robinson, Secretary
USW District 1 Director USW District 7 Director
Mark Granakis Tom Hargrove Lonnie Asher Sheldon Gregg
USW Local 979 USW Local 1010 USW Local 1011 USW Local 1165
Indiana Harbor East, Indiana Harbor
Cleveland Indiana Harbor West Coatesville
Long Carbon & Riverdale
Bill Prejsnar Ray Napoli Mark Glyp s Dave Bombich
USW Local 1375 USW Local 1688 USW Local 2911 USW Local 6115
Warren Coke Steelton Weirton Minorca Mine
Paul Gipson James Sanderson Lloyd Turpin Albert Caldwell
USW Local 6787 USW Local 7898 USW Local 9462 USW Local 2342
Burns Harbor Georgetown Conshohocken Columbus Processing
Todd Kegley Doug Mullen Kinley Porter
USW Local 9231 USW Local 9309 USW Local 9121
New Carlisle Columbus Coa ngs LaPlace
2. Q&A: Strike and Defense Fund & Health Care
Health Care
Strike and Defense Fund
Q. Will my health care
Q. How does our Union’s people have different coverage continue if we
Strike and Defense Fund economic circumstances, strike or are locked out?
work? and the idea is that we all A. Yes. Our benefits
A. T h e S t e e l w o r k e r s work together to support agreement (covering both
International Strike and each other. active and retirees)
Defense Fund provides For more than 40 years continues for 150 days
money to help union S t e e l w o r k e r s have following the expiration of
members during strikes and maintained our Strike and the contract. This means
lockouts. The Fund pays to Defense Fund on this basis, that, in the case of a strike
or lockout, the Program of
your local union $200 per
Insurance Benefits, with the
week per m e m b e r , Be Sure to Turn Over to
exception of new Sickness
beginning with the fourth
week of a strike or
Read Today’s Membership and Accident claims,
remains in effect until
lockout. Update on Negotiations February 1.
Q. How is the money Over the Weekend Q. If I am receiving S&A
distributed? o r W o r k e r s '
A. The money is distributed and have successfully Compensation benefits,
on the basis of individual brought everyone through will these benefits
need. Each Local Union major fights – some lasting continue during a strike
establishes a committee to for long periods of time. or lockout?
assess needs and distribute Q. Is our Strike and A. Yes. By law, employees
receiving S&A, workers'
the money. The committees Defense Fund healthy?
compensation or leaves of
receive training from the A. Yes. The Fund currently
absence would be unaffected.
International, and the stands at approximately Employees who are on S&A
assistance of International $210 million. We believe benefits prior to the strike
Auditors to account for the that this is enough to would continue to receive
funds. ensure that we can support weekly benefits until they
Q. Why is it distributed a major strike or lockout, as recover or exhaust their
based on need? well as other fights we are benefits. If you have any
A. The key to winning a involved in, and sends a problems receiving your S&A
strike or lockout is strong signal to employers or workers' compensation
maintaining the solidarity that we are prepared. report them to your Local
of everyone. Different Union as soon as possible.