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.
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.
Marty Warren, District Director of District 6, encourages union members to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th and attend related breakfast events highlighting the work of women in advancing equality. The summary notes women still face challenges like efforts to lower wages and weaken unions through bills, and calls on members to support the district women's committee which focuses on issues like childcare and domestic violence with renewed commitment and action.
The Hamilton Area Council is hosting an Annual International Women's Day Breakfast on Sunday March 9, 2014 from 9:30am to 11:30am at 1031 Barton Street in Hamilton. Guest speakers, door prizes, and breakfast served by union brothers will be part of the fun morning event sponsored by Hamilton USW Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity.
The Hamilton Area Steelworkers Adjustment Committee is holding an information meeting on February 10th at 1:30pm to discuss pre-apprenticeship opportunities, other training programs through Mohawk College and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and income support during training. Family and friends are invited to attend to learn about the opportunities available.
Injured workers and advocacy groups will hold a demonstration on December 9th, 2013 at 11:00 am at the Ministry of Labour building in Toronto to protest cost cutting measures by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board that have reduced workers' compensation benefits and placed the burden on injured workers. The 22nd annual event will call on the Minister of Labour to address these issues and all are invited to join for refreshments afterwards.
Due to high heat conditions, the company will relax its requirement for employees in all occupations except Oil Temper, Furnace and Maintenance to wear company-provided work wear. Employees may bring their own long-sleeved shirts and long pants as long as they meet requirements including wearing a high-visibility vest or shirt. Employees not following the requirements will be sent home, and the exception expires on September 3rd when company-provided work wear will again be mandatory.
This document provides an update on ongoing contract negotiations between a union and company. It states that the negotiations have been long and difficult. An agreement had not yet been reached by the October 15th deadline that was set by both parties, though no strike or lockout can currently occur until certain steps are taken. The union has filed for conciliation and a No Board Report, setting a new deadline of October 25th for a potential lockout. The document expresses confidence that a successful agreement will ultimately be reached to benefit both current and future workers.
This document provides an update on ongoing contract negotiations between a union and company. It notes the negotiations have been long and difficult. An agreement to extend the existing contract until October 15th was signed, but no deal was reached by then. The union has taken steps like filing for conciliation and a no board report, setting a deadline of October 25th for a potential lockout. The union remains confident an agreement will be reached to benefit both current and future workers, and will update members if a tentative deal is reached or strike vote is needed.
After another week of difficult negotiations, the committee reports that they have worked through language items and expect monetary items to be discussed next week. They remain committed to securing a fair contract for workers and retirees. Business is steady with high mill employment currently. Rumors should be ignored, as the committee will provide updates. Solidarity from workers will be needed in the coming weeks.
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.
Marty Warren, District Director of District 6, encourages union members to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th and attend related breakfast events highlighting the work of women in advancing equality. The summary notes women still face challenges like efforts to lower wages and weaken unions through bills, and calls on members to support the district women's committee which focuses on issues like childcare and domestic violence with renewed commitment and action.
The Hamilton Area Council is hosting an Annual International Women's Day Breakfast on Sunday March 9, 2014 from 9:30am to 11:30am at 1031 Barton Street in Hamilton. Guest speakers, door prizes, and breakfast served by union brothers will be part of the fun morning event sponsored by Hamilton USW Women of Steel and Sisters of Solidarity.
The Hamilton Area Steelworkers Adjustment Committee is holding an information meeting on February 10th at 1:30pm to discuss pre-apprenticeship opportunities, other training programs through Mohawk College and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, and income support during training. Family and friends are invited to attend to learn about the opportunities available.
Injured workers and advocacy groups will hold a demonstration on December 9th, 2013 at 11:00 am at the Ministry of Labour building in Toronto to protest cost cutting measures by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board that have reduced workers' compensation benefits and placed the burden on injured workers. The 22nd annual event will call on the Minister of Labour to address these issues and all are invited to join for refreshments afterwards.
Due to high heat conditions, the company will relax its requirement for employees in all occupations except Oil Temper, Furnace and Maintenance to wear company-provided work wear. Employees may bring their own long-sleeved shirts and long pants as long as they meet requirements including wearing a high-visibility vest or shirt. Employees not following the requirements will be sent home, and the exception expires on September 3rd when company-provided work wear will again be mandatory.
This document provides an update on ongoing contract negotiations between a union and company. It states that the negotiations have been long and difficult. An agreement had not yet been reached by the October 15th deadline that was set by both parties, though no strike or lockout can currently occur until certain steps are taken. The union has filed for conciliation and a No Board Report, setting a new deadline of October 25th for a potential lockout. The document expresses confidence that a successful agreement will ultimately be reached to benefit both current and future workers.
This document provides an update on ongoing contract negotiations between a union and company. It notes the negotiations have been long and difficult. An agreement to extend the existing contract until October 15th was signed, but no deal was reached by then. The union has taken steps like filing for conciliation and a no board report, setting a deadline of October 25th for a potential lockout. The union remains confident an agreement will be reached to benefit both current and future workers, and will update members if a tentative deal is reached or strike vote is needed.
After another week of difficult negotiations, the committee reports that they have worked through language items and expect monetary items to be discussed next week. They remain committed to securing a fair contract for workers and retirees. Business is steady with high mill employment currently. Rumors should be ignored, as the committee will provide updates. Solidarity from workers will be needed in the coming weeks.