THE NEWS MAGAZINE FOR MEMBERS OF LOCALS 175 & 633 UFCW CANADA Volume XXIV No. 1 April 2015
Fundraising Events page 19
Wing’s Strike Continues
Scholarship Winners! page 16
2015 Solidarity Bargaining with Loblaws pages 10 & 11
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Contents LOCAL 175 Shawn Haggerty, President; Kelly Tosato, Secretary-Treasurer; Karen Vaughan, Recorder; Ray Bromley, Al McLean, Harry Sutton - Executive Assistants LOCAL 633 Dan Bondy, President; Marylou Mallett, Secretary-Treasurer; Neil Hotchkiss, Recorder BENEFITS Georgina MacDonald - Intake Representative; Sherree Backus, Joce Cote, Joanne Ford, Jody Jones, Sarah Neath - Benefits Representatives COMMUNICATIONS Jennifer Tunney - Senior Communications Representative; Laurie Duncan Communications Representative; Meemee Seto - Servicing Representative HEALTH & SAFETY Mary Shaw, Chris Watson - Health & Safety Representatives LEGAL Fernando Reis - Director; Catherine Davis - Legal Advocate; Natalie DeHaney-Stewart, Maryanne Galati Legal Counsel; Natalie Wiley, Rebecca Woodrow - Senior Legal Counsel ORGANIZING Rick Wauhkonen - Director; Farman Ali, Mike Mattioli, Tony Nigro, Amy Tran - Organizing Representatives; Derek Jokhu - Organizing Apprentice. TRAINING & EDUCATION Rob Armbruster - Director; Kelly Nicholas - Co-ordinator REGION 1 Dan Lacroix - Regional Director; Colby Flank, Jason Hanley - Union Representatives REGION 2 Derik McArthur - Regional Director; Mona Bailey, John DiFalco, Anthony DiMaio, John Di Nardo, Rob Nicholas, Mark Stockton - Union Representatives; Melody Slattery - Servicing Representative REGION 3 Dan Lacroix - Regional Director; Simon Baker, Shannon Epp, Paul Hardwick, Dean McLaren, Daniel Mercier - Union Representatives; Jacques Niquet Servicing Representative
President’s Message
Negotiations
Secretary-Treasurer’s Message
Organizing Report
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Union News
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Legal Notes Page 8
WSIB Update
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Loblaw Negotiations Page 10
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Scholarships & Awards Page 16
Community Action Network
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Fundraising Page 19
Solidarity Scholarship Application Page 20
REGION 4 Sylvia Groom - Regional Director; Ron McGuire - Union Representative; Orsola Augurusa, Rick Daudlin, Virginia Haggith, Lee Johnson-Koehn, Casey Magee, Arlene Robertson, Brenda Simmons - Servicing Representatives REGION 5 Jim McLean - Regional Director; Jehan Ahamed, Bob Kearney, Brad Morrison, Mario Tardelli Union Representatives REGION 6 Luc Lacelle - Regional Director; Wendy Absolom, Sam Caetano, Matt Davenport, Tim Deelstra, Joe De Melo, Jeffery Lu, Angela Mattioli Union Representatives; Ashleigh Garner - Servicing Representative REGION 7 Jim McLean - Regional Director; Sharon Kempf, Diane Sanvido, Steve Springall - Union Representatives; Dave Forbes - Servicing Representative REGION 8 Chris Fuller - Regional Director; Jeff Barry, Matt Belanger, Lionel MacEachern, Sandra Rogerson, Dave White - Union Representatives ISSN No. 1703-3926
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President’s Message Shawn Haggerty
Vote in this year’s Federal election: Your rights and future depend on it Last year, President Joe Hansen and Executive Vice President Bill McDonough announced their retirements from UFCW International. Their years of advocacy protected the rights of 1.3 million UFCW members across North America and I congratulate them both on their well-earned retirements. I welcome our new leaders President Marc Perrone and Secretary-Treasurer Pat O’Neill. Both are dedicated labour activists who bring years of experience to the table. I know they will continue to fight for UFCW members and working people across North America for years to come. In other parts of the world, where workers fight for even the most basic of rights, pro-Union activists are targeted – arrested, some killed – all to suppress the voice of the working people and their progressive ideas. But silencing the opposition doesn’t just happen in other countries. Prime Minister Harper has taken a number of steps to try and silence Unions and the vital voice of working people by pushing anti-worker, anti-family legislation under the guise of protecting our interests. In Bill C-525, Harper made it harder for federally regulated workers to join a Union (now requiring a secret ballot vote instead of card-check certification) and easier to decertify. So easy that the original language, which has since been amended, counted no-shows as a “yes” to de-certify! Under Bill C-23, Harper silenced the non-partisan Elections Canada. That organization can no longer encourage anyone to vote or participate in elections, produce ad campaigns or youth outreach programs, and its ability to conduct and publicize surveys on elections has been limited. Bill C-377 invades the privacy of Union members by forcing Unions to disclose financial transactions totalling more than $5,000 per year. Members pay dues and have every right to that information. No one else does. Even
Conservative Senators voted for strong amendments before parliament was prorogued. Now the Bill is in its original unconstitutional form to go back to the Senate this year. Harper’s newest legislation, Bill C-51 ‘the Anti-Terrorism Act’ leverages our fear of terrorism to gain greater police powers and erode our rights as Canadian citizens – and it affects us all. Bill C-51 was written quickly and sloppily with little thought and zero public input. Harper is selling Bill C-51 as protection for Canada’s national security and economic stability. But the scope is so vague that it seems deliberate, to ensure the widest scope of power for the government and its agencies. It’s likely that its applicability will shift to suit the Harper government. Will an oil pipeline protest or an anti-war rally be considered offences? We’ve seen teachers and Canada Post workers legislated back to work: Under Bill C-51, what’s to stop the interruption of any and all Union strike activity? The Harper government operates in its own interests and has forgotten that Canadians elected them, and that they work for us. In this year’s Federal election, currently slated for October 19, we need to make sure we put the power back into the hands of Canadians where it belongs. So I encourage you to vote in this next election. Vote because it is your right and because you have a voice. Vote before Harper has the chance to silence any more voices. Do what’s best for you and your family. We can send a strong message to Harper and his Conservatives: Their anti-Union, anti-worker regime is over. Our members can make a huge difference in the trajectory of our country’s laws and values. So when the election is called, please make your vote count for working families. In Solidarity, Shawn Haggerty |
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Secretary-Treasurer’s Message Kelly Tosato
Fundraising for a cause close to our hearts One of the things I’m most proud of as a member of Locals 175 & 633 is the amazing generosity shown by the members when it comes to fundraisers for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC). Last year, you contributed $300,000 to the LLSC. This money is so important: It makes sure the LLSC can continue to do vital blood cancer research to find a cure and improve treatments, and provide support to patients and their families. Our donation helped bring the nation-wide fundraising total for 2014 to $2.6 million. We have many members whose lives have been affected deeply by leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and many other cancers of the blood. A few years ago, our Union produced a video on the experiences of some of our members who have dealt with a diagnosis or been part of some of our amazing fundraisers. Local 175 Executive Board member Lynn Jillings, who works at Weston Bakeries in Cobourg, is one of the members featured. Lynn’s daughter Ashley was diagnosed with Acute Myeoblastic Leukemia (AML) at the age of 12. You can view the moving video including interviews with Lynn & Ashley on the Local Union’s YouTube channel: bit.ly/175633-fundraising. In December, the LLSC produced a video with the help of Local 175 member Elaine Collier (The Barn, Oakville) who has been
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an integral part of raising money through the payroll deduction program at Metro. Elaine’s great-niece Lia was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). For more on Lia’s story, watch the video on the LLSC’s YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/ lias-story.
Since the 1960s, survival rates for leukemia have gone up by over 45%* I know that thousands of people and their families have benefited from the hard work and research of the LLSC. Since the 1980s, when UFCW began raising money for the LLSC, our amazing members have raised an incredible $31 million. There is no doubt in my mind that it’s because of our members that the survival rates and quality of life for many blood cancer patients have improved so much. On page 19 you’ll find photos and information on fundraisers that have taken place over the last few months. And there are plenty more to come so we’ve got a busy year ahead of us. But it’s all for a great cause and I can’t wait to see how much we can raise this year! In Solidarity, Kelly Tosato
*Source: LLSC; Blood Cancer Statistics 2014
Fundraising Events BBQ @ Loblaws Gloucester April 18 & 19 Skate for a Cure Hockey Tournament May 8 & 9 Arts for Leukemia May 9 Peterborough Cares May 15 & 16 Brampton Golf Tournament May 23 Catch for a Cure Fishing Derby July 12 Thunder Bay Golf Tournament July 25 Canal Days [donate to park] July 31 - August 3 Ride for a Cure August 15 Metro Payroll Deduction ongoing
Other events Toronto Pride Parade June 28 CAN Family Day, Vaughan July 11 CAN Family Day Scotland Optimist Park July 18 Labour Day September 7
UNION NEWS In January,
Janice Klenot
HAPPY RETIREMENT to their safety programs,” explained Janice.
retired from her position as Senior Health & Safety Representative. Janice’s dedication to health safety began during her 25 years at Colonial Cookies. Among her many accomplishments after being hired by the Union in 2004, she led a campaign for engineered needles to be required in health care facilities, which resulted in improvements to industry regulations.
Janice’s involvement extended to many committees: Recycle Bag Guidelines, CSA Working at Heights, Workplace Rights Committee, Ontario Federation of Labour, Loblaw Provincial Committee, Executive Board H&S Committee, Behavioural Based Safety Committee, and the RSI Committee. She was also Co-Chair on the Local 175 JHSC and organized the annual Scrapbook Crop Day to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC).
“My biggest reward was to see the knowledge gained in class by our Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) members. And to see those members take ownership of their committees and make improvements
“I received overwhelming support from members, staff, and executives in my efforts to improve and promote workplace safety, and the health and safety of our members,” said Janice. “I’ve made so many friends
and memories during my time at the Union. I’ll look back on those times fondly for years to come.” “Janice has an incredible passion for worker health and safety,” explained President Haggerty. “She was integral in training and ensuring our members have some of the safest workplaces anywhere. She will be missed.” Janice plans to spend her well-earned retirement with her family and grandchildren, take a few courses, and she looks forward to getting to play in her garden in the spring.
WELCOME NEW STAFF In 1976, Mary Shaw became a member of UFCW Local 1977 as a cashier at Zehrs Forest Hill. She first became a steward in 1992 out of curiosity, but soon learned the role came with great responsibility. She realized quickly that she needed to be knowledgeable about the collective agreement if she wanted to help her co-workers; not a simple task but Mary was up to the challenge. The following year, an opportunity arose at the Clifford Evans Training Centre for an instructor. Mary accept-
ed the position at the encouragement of her co-workers and other members of the Union. She enjoyed being a facilitator as it provided her with the opportunity to give back to the members. Mary was a JHSC member for four years, and in 2012 and 2013 Mary was hired as a Special Projects Union Representative (SPUR) for Local 175. Mary believes her experiences have given her a better understanding of issues and concerns that affect the membership and workers around the globe. Her new role as a Health and Safety Representative is the next step in her journey as a Union activist.
Rick Daudlin
started working at Cargill Dunlop (formerly Better Beef) in May 1995 as a meat cutter, and was employed there for 19 years prior to joining the staff of the Local union. Early on in his employment at Cargill, Rick became concerned with the treatment of his co-workers. But when he spoke up to the employer, he was told to worry about himself. This response wasn’t acceptable to Rick. |
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UNION NEWS He always had the desire to help his Union brothers and sisters. He knew the best way to help them was to learn more about their collective agreement, and when a Steward position opened up in 2002, he decided to run and was elected.
Wing’s workers get some
At Cargill, Rick held many positions including: Vice-Chairperson, Chief Steward, and finally Plant Chairperson. He has served as a Vice-President on the Local 175 Executive Board as well. In April 2014, he was asked to be a SPUR for Local 175 and was hired in August as a Servicing Representative for Region 4. In 1980, Jody Jones began working as an industrial mechanic for Kellogg’s Canada, which closed its doors in December 2014. In her 34 years there, Jody served the members of the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM) Local 154G as Vice-President and Recording Secretary, and as a Steward for 30 years. She acted as the Return to Work (RTW) Chair/Member and was the liaison between the RTW Committee and the employer. For 14 years, Jody was a representative for injured workers in their appeals and she participated in hearings at all levels of the WSIB and Workplace Safety & Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT). Jody has been an instructor with the Occupational Disease Response Team (ODRT) since 1994 and served as the Regional Services Co-ordinator for South West Ontario. She developed ODRT course material and instructed in several provinces. She is also a trainer for the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and is a Certified Health and Safety Representative. She is passionate about the labour movement and helping injured workers. In December, she received the 2014 United Way Images of Hope Award. The award recognizes the lifetime achievement of an extraordinary individual from the labour community who has provided outstanding volunteer service to the United Way and to the community. It is awarded to an individual in good standing of a union who has demonstrated leadership and contributed to major change. Jody joins the Local 175 Benefits Department as a Benefits Representative helping our members who have been injured get the compensation they deserve.
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Volunteers who helped pack all the bags!
e Holiday Cheer! On Tuesday, December 16, the Union and volunteers from Operation Christmas Cheer delivered food, gift cards and toys to our Union Sisters and Brothers on strike at Wing’s in Toronto. “These workers are withstanding another winter on the picket line, standing up bravely against their employer,” explained President Shawn Haggerty. “It’s been more than 19 months so far and we will continue to support these members as long as their employer continues to deny them a fair agreement. Donations toward Operation Christmas Cheer come from Unions, Union members, and other labour organizations across the province.
Retirees Club meets for annual dinner A number of retired members of UFCW Locals 175 & 633 belong to a UFCW Retirees Club in Hamilton. The group, headed by Local 175 Executive Board Vice-President Jim Montgomery, meets monthly at the UFCW Office in Hamilton to reminisce about old times and discuss issues that concern them like pensions, current events and politics. Jim was a long-time employee and UFCW member at Miracle Food Mart in Welland, from 1962 – 2000. He retired from the store in June 2000 and began working at First Student in September of that same year. In 2004, workers at First Student joined UFCW Local 175 and Jim, once again, became a member of our Local Union. “It’s a way to carry on the friendships from our years at work,” explained Jim. “When you’ve spent 90% of your life with the people at work, spending time in your retirement maintaining those connections is important.” The group meets for a number of social events including an annual Christmas lunch (pictured here), an annual potluck Valentine’s get together, as well as other casual excursions throughout the year. “I try to attend the Christmas lunch each year and spend some time catching up with our retirees,” said President Haggerty. “It’s a great group of people.” “We’re looking forward to attending a first aid course in the new year,” explained Jim. If you’re a retiree who is interested in participating in this course or a course on another topic, please contact Jim at jim.montogomery011@sympatico.ca or 905-7327444. In addition, anyone interested in starting their own chapter outside the Hamilton area who would like guidance or advice from Jim, feel free to contact him with your questions. |
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LEGAL NOTES
Police Background Checks A Police Background Check (PBC) is done by employers or organizations to determine whether a potential employee or volunteer has engaged in any conduct that might make them unsuitable candidates because of concerns about honesty, integrity or safety. These checks might be called a police reference check, criminal records check, criminal background check, or police records check. PBCs have become standard practice when someone applies for a job, an educational opportunity, or volunteer position that would give that person access to vulnerable people such as children, the elderly, the disabled, a security-sensitive position, or access to large amounts of money.
In a 2010 case, Arbitrator Moore2 upheld the City of Vancouver’s (the employer) decision to give its Firefighters 12-months’ notice of a new policy that would require employees in certain positions to submit updated criminal checks to the employer every five years. The Arbitrator stated it was “reasonable for the employer to take proactive steps to carry out due diligence in assessing the suitability of employees” and that the employer’s policy was a legitimate exercise of management rights which satisfied the criteria set out in the KVP case. Out of this emerged some principles that are relevant to all employers;
If a background check is requested from the local police force, they will search their own database and may contact other local police departments as well. They will usually contact the RCMP crime database and U.S. national and state crime databases too. The range of information in police databases may vary considerably. Police databases contain a lot of information besides just criminal records. They can include complaints made by or about an individual, information about someone’s mental health, pending charges, charges that resulted in acquittal or other non-conviction charges, and allegations of child or spousal abuse. Where the PBC is required by statute or bylaw, the law often states specifically what information the police are required to provide. In a unionized workplace, an employer cannot ask randomly for a PBC without the Union’s knowledge. There are, however, some decisions which have allowed for PBCs implemented by the employer with no Union consultation. The leading decision on this (KVP Co. Ltd. and Lumber & Sawmill Workers’ Union Local 25371) established that when an employer implements a rule without consulting the Union, discipline will only be seen to have just cause if the rule meets the following criteria:
• The criteria used for designating positions that will be subject to criminal reference checks must be carefully considered and drafted; • An employer must establish a bona fide objective, and ensure that criminal record checks are relevant and necessary both to that objective and to the operation of its program or activity; • Subject to any specific language in a collective agreement, an employer may be required to compensate employees (potentially at an overtime rate) for their time when they obtain a criminal reference check plus expenses. In another decision dealing with a city and its firefighters, the employer (the City of Ottawa) instituted a rule obligating firefighters to consent to periodic criminal record checks.3 In this case, Arbitrator Picher held that this type of rule was to be dealt case by case and should balance the privacy rights of employees against the employer’s right to information that may be relevant to the administration of the workplace. Arbitrator Picher added that some types of employment (for example, those involving airport security or the provision of services to vulnerable children) may by their very nature warrant continuing scrutiny in this respect.4
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It is consistent with the collective agreement If you have questions about Police Background Checks and It is reasonable your work, please contact your Union Rep. For information It is clear and unequivocal regarding your rights and Police Background Checks, visit the Information & Privacy Commissioner (IPC) of Ontario It was brought to the attention of the employees(s) afwebsite at ipc.on.ca. You can also find a useful reference on fected before the employer attempted to act on it the topic at ipc.on.ca/images/Resources/up-1policebkg.pdf. • Employees are aware that breach of the rule could result in discharge 1 KVP Co. Ltd. and Lumber & Sawmill Workers’ Union Local 2537 (1965), 16 L.A.C. 73 2 • The employer enforces the rule consistently Vancouver (City) v. Vancouver Firefighters’ Union Local 18 [2010] B.C.C.A.A.A. No. 81
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Ottawa (City) and Ottawa Professional Firefighters Ass’n. (2007), 169 L.A.C. (4th) 84 Labour Arbitration in Canada, 2nd Edition, Mitchnick and Etherington C. 14.1 and 14.2.6
WSIB UPDATE
POLICIES ON PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS AFFECT WORKER BENEFITS In the past, the amount of cost relief that an employer received on a worker’s claim did not generally affect the amount or duration of a worker’s WSIB benefits. The introduction of new policies regarding pre-existing conditions could change that. The Benefits Department is concerned with how these new policies may be applied due to the way that the WSIB has implemented changes in the past: Injured workers may receive fewer benefits while employers receive further cost savings. The revised Policies now state, in part:
Determining the Degree of Permanent Impairment - 18-05-03 When determining the degree of work-related permanent impairment for workers who have a pre-existing condition (see Policy 15-02-03 Pre-existing Conditions) or a prior work-related permanent impairment, the decision-maker: • rates the area of the body affected by the work-related permanent impairment, • disregards any pre-existing conditions affecting other areas of the body, and • factors out pre-existing conditions and prior work-related permanent impairments affecting the same area of the body.
Aggravation - 15-02-04: Ongoing entitlement Decision-makers are responsible for limiting entitlement in claims allowed on an aggravation basis. The worker’s clinical status is monitored to determine if the worker has reached the pre-accident state. If a worker remains off
work after reaching the pre-accident state, the decision-maker discontinues benefits and advises the workplace parties. Entitlement is limited to the acute episode only and ends when the worker returns to the pre-accident state.
Second Injury and Enhancement Fund (SIEF) 14-05-03: Pre-existing condition impact on claims The policy on aggravation of pre-existing conditions, exclusive of the SIEF policy, applies to both Schedule I and Schedule II claims in which: • a relationship is shown between an underlying condition and the degree of disability arising from the accident, • the period of treatment and recuperation is prolonged due to an underlying condition, and/or • an increased degree of residual disability occurs, which exceeds the usual, owing to the underlying condition.
These changes, woven together with existing policies could end ongoing entitlement for a worker who has a pre-existing condition. The most notable changes will be seen in the calculation of non-economic loss (NEL) awards. If a measurable pre-existing condition is present, that condition will reduce the NEL amount. With this change workers are seeing greatly reduced awards. A reduced award may impact future benefits such as loss of earnings, health care entitlement and accommodation. As pre-existing conditions are more probable in older workers, that demographic will likely experience limited benefits and smaller NEL awards. There is ongoing dispute focused on the validity of deducting the measurable amount of the pre-existing condition. A Tribunal decision characterized this issue by stating: “The Vice-Chair agreed with Decision No. 530/05 that an NEL award should not be reduced unless there is evidence that a pre-existing condition had an impact on earning capacity. In this case, the worker had pre-existing conditions but they did not impact on his earning capacity. The worker was entitled to the NEL award without reduction. The appeal was allowed.”(WSIAT Decision 236/14) The Benefits Department does not usually appeal NEL decisions. If, however, a worker suffers a workplace injury and receives a NEL decision where a pre-existing condition has caused a reduction of the award, we urge you to contact the Benefits Department for review. |
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2015 Negotiations with Loblaw Companie This year, your Union – in Solidarity with UFCW Local 1000A – will bargain with Loblaw Companies on behalf of more than 28,000 Union members in Ontario. Approximately 16,000 of these workers are Members of Local 175 who work full and part-time as clerks, cashiers, bakers, pharmacy assistants, meat cutters, night crew and more at Loblaw banner companies like Zehrs, Real Canadian Superstores, Loblaws Great Foods, and Fortinos. The process began late last year with nominations for the Elected Negotiating Committee and further elections from within that group to form the Master Negotiating Committee. Because there are so many issues on the table and so many members to represent, a number of sub-committees from the larger group have been tasked to deal with specific issues raised during bargaining, such as Health & Safety and grocery departments. The Negotiating Committee has met with the company in two rounds of bargaining: February 10 & 11, and March 3-5. Further dates have been set for April 21 – 23. While there are a large number of issues to be discussed, the focus of your committee is to achieve the following based on proposals received from the membership: • Wage increases (improving wage progression scales) • Scheduling improvements • Benefits improvements • Limiting third party providers from doing bargaining unit work to protect Members’ hours “The Committee members are dedicated to making sure they achieve the best contract possible for their co-workers,” explained President Haggerty. “The process is long and it can be frustrating at times, but I know they will persevere and do their best to represent the interests of everyone involved.” The results of this bargaining will affect members at a number of Loblaw-banner stores including Zehrs, Loblaws Great Foods, Real Canadian Superstores, and Fortinos. The current collective agreements for these workers expire on several different dates and any ratified changes will take place upon the renewal date of each.
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In early March, Loblaws announced that it will invest $1.2 billion in renovating 100 existing locations and launching 50 new stores in 2015. The company estimates this will create about 5,000 new jobs. In fact, it’s because of the hard work of its Unionized workforce that Loblaw Companies is in a position to make such an investment, not to mention their 2014 purchase of Shoppers Drug Mart for $12.4 billion.
You work hard to make Loblaw Companies the top grocery retailer in Canada: There’s no reason the company can’t honour that hard work with a fair and strong contract for its employees. Stay involved by attending all Union meetings and make sure to show your committee members that you are united behind them – they need your support! Keep up to date by visiting ufcw175.com/loblawnegotiations2015
NEGOTIATIONS Muskoka ACS ratify first contract
On November 30, 2014, a 3-year collective agreement was ratified by members of the Muskoka Ambulance Communications Service (ACS). This is the first agreement for these workers as members of Local 175. The 20 employees facilitate swift and appropriate responses to medical and fire related emergencies within the District of Muskoka. Wages increase by 1.5% in year one, .45% in year two, and 2.2% in the third year. Merit pay will now be paid regardless of performance and the rate for Ambulance Communication Officer 2 (ACO2) increases. In addition, there is now a premium for evening work during weekend hours. The contract includes strengthened part-time scheduling and call-in language. Members also benefit from enhanced anti-discrimination and harassment language, new vacation selection language, a drug card, an eliminated deductible for chiropractic care, and workers are no longer required to have a prescription for massage therapy coverage. The employer will provide annual statements of sick and vacation time taken. As of April 1, 2015, the company will shift to the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). Union Negotiating Committee: Kris Barnes, Wendy Bertin, Katie Chambers and Region 8 Director Chris Fuller. ...
Healthcare Food Services workers achieve first collective agreement
Effective January 2016, part-time members with two years of service or more will have a dental benefit of $1,500 per calendar year and 19 full-time employees will see reductions of $200-$1,000 in their yearly contribution requirements. All employees are eligible for an allowance up to $125 dollars per calendar year to purchase safety boots. Union Negotiating Committee: Lucie Goyette, Mona Giroux and Union Representative Daniel Mercier. ...
Members ratify at New Edinburgh Square On December 2, 2014, members at the New Edinburgh Square nursing care home in Ottawa secured a new 3-year collective agreement. The more than 60 workers, who belong to the Health, Office & Professional Employees (HOPE) sector of Local 175, benefit from a number of improvements including wage increases totalling 4.5% over the term of the deal. Vision care coverage increases to $200 per 24-month period, and orthotics are now covered up to $150 per 24-month period. Employees hired after 2001 also benefit from improved sick day entitlement of two additional days per year. Those employed for 23 years or more now receive 6 weeks’ paid vacation. Those eligible for more than two weeks of vacation may schedule their entitlement beyond two weeks as individual days. New ‘cross training’ language allows part-time workers to increase their hours. Additional improvements introduce ‘duty to accommodate’ language, and bereavement entitlement now includes fathers- and mothers-in-law. Union Negotiating Committee: Burt Camarsi, Darlene Munro, Shirley Parks, Sandra Proulx, and Union Rep Simon Baker. ...
New contract at Metro Stafford At a November 30th ratification meeting, members at Metro Stafford in Ottawa ratified a new collective agreement. At a vote on January 16, 2015, the bargaining unit of 90 employees ratified a 3-year agreement that will provide wage increases to all full and part-time employees. The employer will also post nine new full time positions between April 10, 2015 and February 1, 2017. Employees will receive sick leave each calendar year as follows: 80 hours for full-time and 40 hours for part-time.
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End rates for full-time Clerks, Cashiers, Wrappers, and Receivers increase by a total of $1.35 per hour over the term with a $1,000 one-time lump sum payment in the final year. Part-time Clerks, Cashiers and Wrappers receive increases totalling $1.35 per hour plus a $600 lump sum payment in the final year of the contract, and part-time Service Clerks receive increases totalling $1 per hour and a $600 lump sum in the last year. In addition, workers benefit from an in-
All of our negotiations don’t always fit into the magazine! You can find more online at www.ufcw175.com creased safety boot allowance, an improved night crew shift premium and a new premium paid for receiver relief. Workers now receive a direct pay drug card for prescription medications, improvements to short-term disability and extended health care coverage, and new orthopedic shoe and/ or orthotics coverage. New language addresses bullying in the workplace and the duty to accommodate. Union Negotiating Committee: Diane Forsyth, Dustin Michaud, Jodie-Lynn Skinner, and Union Rep Simon Baker. ...
Agreement ratified by Molson members On January 29, 2015, members who work at Molson Coors Canada in Etobicoke rafitied a negotiated renewal collective agreement. All regular employees hired before 2010 receive wage increases of 1% in each year of the contract term. Those hired after 2010 receive between 1.5% and 1.75% in each year. The rate for Temporary Employees rises by 25 cents per hour each year. Any regular employees hired after ratification receive increases at three steps as outlined in the contract language. In addition, the company will offer up to seven employees, who meet the required criteria, a retirement incentive of $50,000 Plus benefits. The contract also includes a new pension plan: Anyone with six years or more of service, will now be able to voluntarily contribute up to 3% in a voluntary pension plan to which the employer will match up to 3%. Health & Safety language now reflects Bill 168 (Workplace Violence and Harassment). The shoe allowance for temporary employees increases to $125, up from $75. A new letter of understanding sets limits on temporary assignments. Union Negotiating Committee: Bill Cartwright, Ashley Cochrane, Steve Ward and Union Rep Mona Bailey. ...
Mondelez workers ratify 3-year deal Members at Mondelez ratified a new collective agreement on February 8, 2015. The 3-year deal includes wage increases of 2% per year retroactive to December 6, 2014. Skilled Trades rates will be adjusted by 50 cents per hour in addition to regular wage increases, effective date of ratification. New language will provide for overtime pay to continental shift employees on their scheduled days off. Continuous Operating Premium increases to $1.10 per hour for Saturdays and $2.15 per hour for Sundays.
Health and Welfare benefit improvements include: dental coverage reaching $2,000 by year three and an orthodontic maxmium of $5,000; Extended Health & Welfare coverage of $15,000 per three consecutive years; Life Insurance and AD&D coverage of $50,000; an increased Safety Shoe allowance of $125 (or 100% cost if sanctioned by the Safety Committee); vision care coverage of $300, and; new coverage for prescription Safety Glasses, which will be 100% company paid. In addition, the employer will make a contribution of $2,500 to the UFCW Local 175 Training and Education Fund in each year of the collective agreement term. Union Negotiating Committee: Reggie Fukasaka, Louis Rocha, Allan Fallow, Dave Stewart, Richard Campayne and Union Representative John DiNardo. ...
New contract for Goodwill Amity workers Members working at Goodwill, the Amity Group attended a ratification vote on January 14, 2015. Wages increases by a total of 1.1% over the duration of the agreement term. Vacation entitlement improves to provide six weeks’ vacation paid at 12%, after 22 full years of service. Full-time employees will now have eye exams covered up to $100 every 24-months. The company will contribute $250 in each year of the contract toward the UFCW Local 175 Training & Education Fund. Union Negotiating Committee: John Wass, Servicing Rep Ashleigh Garner, and Union Rep Joe DeMelo. ...
GDI Services workers secure new contract On December 8, 2014, the workers at GDI Services at Sir Sanford Fleming College in Lindsay achieved a new collective agreement. In the three-year deal, members will see wage increases totalling 85 cents per hour as well as improvements to layoff language. New vacation language provides workers with 15 years of service up to five weeks’ vacation per year paid at 9%.The workers’ boot allowance improves to $90 per year and an employee who uses their personal vehicle for employer business will be paid 55 cents per kilometre. Union Negotiating Committee: James Mulhern, Ken Whiteford, and Union Rep Mona Bailey. ...
NEGOTIATIONS
Parmalat members ratify
Sudbury Parmalat plant workers and drivers ratified an agreement on December 16, 2014. Employees will receive increases of 2% in each contract year, as well as increased long-term disability and vision care coverage. Dental benefits will improve to provide coverage with a one-year Ontario Dental Association (ODA) lag. In addition, language improvements reduce the sunset clause by six months. Union Negotiating Committee: Martin Dauphinais, Dan O`bonsawin and Union Rep Matt Belanger. ...
Workers in Nipissing vote yes on new deal Members at the Co-operative Regionale de Nipissing ratified a new collective agreement on December 1, 2014. The 3-year term includes wage increases for full-time workers of 2% per year, with the initial increase retroactive for hours worked since June 6, 2014. Part-time workers receive increases totalling 50 cents per hour over the 3 years. In addition, the Hours grid was shortened to require only 4,500 hours to reach top rate instead of the previous 6,500. The employer will contribute 5 cents per hour toward the employee’s pension plan. Long Term Disability improves to provide a maximum benefit of $1,600, up from $1,200, and the agreement also contains language to maintain the current level of benefits and vacation for employees. Union Negotiating Committee: Lorraine Deforge, Gilles Rainville, Carole Rochon, Yoland Desjardins and Union Rep Matt Belanger. ...
Three-year contract at Rexdale Community Health On December 9, 2014, members at the Rexdale Community Health Centre, part of the Union’s HOPE sector, approved a new collective agreement. The contract includes employer lump sum payments to the workers’ health and wellness plan premiums. The company will make contributions toward the members’ RRSP of $100 for full-time and $50 for part-time. Increased health benefit coverage includes $450 per year each for paramedical services and psychologist care, and a combined $450 per year for physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Effective April 1, 2015, full-time workers receive $700 per year, up from $600, and part-timers receive $450, up from $400, for professional development. Language improvements address job posting, layoff, and enhanced floater day entitlement. The employer will
contribute $250 per year of the contract toward the UFCW Local 175 Training & Education Fund. Union Negotiating Committee: Maryan Barre, Deanna Berry, Rakhi Mutta and Union Rep John DiFalco. ...
Members at Metro St Laurent ratify Workers at Metro St-Laurent in Ottawa secured a 3-year agreement on December 8, 2014. Full-time workers at the end rate as of ratification receive a lump sum payment of $1,350. Those full-timers at the end rate as of December 8, 2015 or 2016 will receive lump sums of $850 in each of those years in which they qualify. Full-time workers hired after ratification receive increases totalling $3.20 per hour over the contract term. Part-timers at the end rate as of ratification receive a lump sum payment of $750. Those at the end rate as of December 8, 2015 or 2016 will receive lump sums of $500 in each of those years as well. Existing part-time employees hired before December 8, 2014 shall be credited with hours already worked and will be slotted into new wage scales providing increases totalling between 10 cents and $1.40 per hour. The Night Shift premium increases to $1 per hour, which includes hours worked by non-night shift crew employees between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. New language provides a premium of $10 per day for a bargaining unit member, other than the full-time assistant night operation manager, who is scheduled to be responsible for the store in the absence of a manager. Any employees appointed to do shipping/receiving for two hours or more in any given day receive a shift premium of 75 cents per hour. Current benefit levels will be maintained and the company will continue to pay plan premiums. Short-term Disability increases to a maximum of $500 per week. New vision care coverage provides up to $200, and eye exam reimbursement of up to $50, both per 24-month period. Orthopedic shoes will be reimbursed up to $400 every two years, and the safety shoe allowance increases to $100. New language addresses overtime, negotiating committee pay, Duty to Accommodate, Leukemia Payroll deduction, and more. Improved language deals with harassment, discrimination, and bullying, part-time rest breaks, part-time vacation entitlement, hours of work, shift guarantees, and job postings. The company will contribute $300 to the UFCW Local 175 Training & Education Fund in each year of the agreement. Union Negotiating Committee: Angela McLean, Trevor Seay, Gaetan Quesnel and Union Rep Daniel Mercier. ...
ORGANIZING
Local 175 welcomed 1,003 new members in 2014 In the fall, 20 Counter Service Agents working at Air Creebec Inc. at the Timmins airport became part of UFCW Local 175. Among their reasons for joining were improvements to wages, benefits and overall working conditions. These federally regulated workers, whose certification was issued on October 17, 2014, join Region 8 of our Local Union. In November, workers at Discount Car and Truck Rentals near the Toronto airport won their certification vote. The unanimous results mean these Customer Service Agents and Service Attendants now get to enjoy the benefits and security of belonging to UFCW Local 175! These workers joined the Union to put an end to favourtism and bullying from their employer, and to achieve better wages, benefits and job security. Since the vote, the employer has continued its bullying tactics but now these workers have the Union to fight on their behalf moving forward. “These people were expected to give respect no questions asked,” explained Organizer Ali Farman. “But they never received respect in return. We will make sure the employer is held accountable for its actions.” Congratulations to a small group of workers from Liberté Brand Products. On February 6, 2015, the Lab Technician workers unanimously voted in favor of joining our Union. Local 175 currently represents approximately 80 Liberté workers at two facilities, including drivers, as well. These victories are huge for the workers who had the courage to demand better from their employer. They stood up and fought for respect and dignity, better pay and a better worklife. The Organizing Department had a very busy and productive year in 2014, winning 19 votes and losing only one. These 19 wins brought 1,003 new members to our Local Union. With every win, our Union grows stronger and extends its reach into some of the most important sectors of our economy. As more workers realize the power of belonging to a Union, the more good our Union can do to bargain better contracts and protect the livelihoods of working families. “Our Organizers are a passionate group,” explained President Haggerty. “I’ve seen how hard they work to help workers understand what it means to organize, and to guide them through the process of becoming part of our Union. These victories are a result of all that hard work combined with the resolve and dedication of the workers involved in each vote.”
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SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
Congratulations to our 2014 Solidarity Scholarship Winners!
More photos of our Solidarity Scholarship winners at facebook.com/ufcwlocals175633
Region 1
Region 2
Jesse Cusick Amy Kwaka Janelle Giberson Devin Hurcombe Chelsea Mosley Connor Philp Brandon Szyja Cassidy Wogenstahl
Region 5
Tajveer Dhaliwal Nicole Fenn Ednelyn Ma Marlies Molnar Lauren Mulders Joseph Mussa Nafisah Nagia Khoi Nguyen Michelle Adutwumwaa Sarfo Adria Schwarz Kyle Woolacott Adam Yan
Region 6
Breanne Adams Robert Artinian John Cameron Chris DeJong Keely Shay Graham Rafael Khalimov Cassidy McLellan Claudia Miele Lorne Mitchell Geraldine Paige Peralta Katrina Ross Troy Woodland
Leah Anderson Catie Chamberlain Sara Conway Cass Creswell Bryan Flood Brianna Giff Matthew Grant Montana King Joanie Larouche Scott Leeman Mitchell Phillips Aaron Scott
Region 7
Jessie Biedka Eden Capulong Jennifer Dunlop Talha Farooq Shelby Gahagan Masrra Lwis Stephanos Shino Amandeep Singh Shelley Tang Natalie Thirakul Joshua Treter Kudrat Wander
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Region 3
Christian Bilodeau Colin Croteau Kayla Dettinger Daniel Hanlon Jacob Janes Sarah Kennedy Julia Kusz Andrew Paling Jessica Prattis Mikaila Rebellato Alison Underwood Inga Woszczyk
Region 4 Deshawn Baylis Anneke Dawson Allan Hamzic Erica Hestr Brady Huff Natalie Kondovski Rachelle LeMaitre Daniel Malatti Isabella Mastronardi Stefan Prisecaru Dannielle Sakher Jessica Wake
Region 8 Samantha Gemus Jamie Grimshaw Lindsay McDonald Katica Merenda Amy Quesnel-Tessier Jamie Robins Randy Twomey Cassidy Williamson
to Jessica Smith (daughter of Steward Joy Smith from Airlane Hotel & Conference Centre Thunder Bay), & Maggie Hallows (Metro 124) who each won a 2014 UFCW Canada BDM Scholarship!
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Outstanding Member Achievement Awards Ralph Burton
Tim Hum
Ralph is an active member, Steward and H&S Committee representative for the members at Sobeys.
Tim is Chief Steward at Wing’s and he was integral in the organizing campaign. The employer’s constant attempts to erode the bargaining unit during the campaign were unsuccessful due, in large part, to Tim’s efforts.
Sobeys Milton Distribution Centre
In 2014, Ralph approached his employer with an idea to start a community vegetable garden where the produce harvested would be used to assist the women’s shelter located in Milton. The idea was contagious! “The garden has generated awareness and positive change within the membership and in the community,” explained Union Rep Sam Caetano. “Ralph is a Steward who serves the membership with commitment and dedication.” Ralph has been awarded an Outstanding Member Achievement Award in the area of Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
Wing’s Food Products
He has strengthened the membership through his commitment to his co-workers and ensuring each of them knows their rights: Tim is a leader they can rely on. A strike began at Wing’s in August 2013 and Tim has been instrumental throughout the long battle. “Tim immediately came to the forefront and has been vital in maintaining the picket line,” said John Difalco, Union Rep. “Tim fights tirelessly for his co-workers’ rights.” For his hard work and dedication, Local 175 has awarded Tim an Outstanding Member Achievement Award in the area of Leadership and Advancement of the UFCW.
Marc Duquette
Leonor Basulto
Marc has been a member of UFCW for nearly 25 years. He has been a Steward, plant chairperson and has also represented the bargaining unit during negotiations. Marc is a committed Union activist.
Leonor has been a co-chair on the Health & Safety committee at Maple Lodge Farms for more than 10 years.
Minute Maid
Thirteen years ago, the Ted on the Roof fundraiser was born and Marc was there. Each May long weekend since, he can be found giving his time and energy toward the fundraising efforts of this worthy cause. With his assistance and dedication the events in Peterborough have raised more than $150,000! “Brother Duquette is committed to finding a cure for this dreaded disease. He is a Leukemia Fighter,” said Mona Bailey, Union Rep. Local 175 has presented Marc an Outstanding Member Achievement Award for exceptional contributions in the area of Fundraising for Leukemia Research.
Maple Lodge Farms
“Leonor is a dedicated Union member who attends all H&S meetings and can be counted on to assist members with any concerns. She is committed to ensuring a safe workplace for all employees,” said her Union Rep Sam Caetano. When she joined the H&S committee, she believed that better communication amongst the committee (made up of both Union and management) would help them to achieve their common goal of a safer workplace. Leonor is awarded an Outstanding Member Achievement Award in the area of Improvements in Health and Safety in the Workplace, including WSIB.
Starting April 1, apply online at www.ufcw175.com/scholarships or use the form on the back cover! The deadline for submitting your application is August 1, 2015.
see form on back cover
COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK
Family Day Celebration
On Saturday, February 21, 2015, more than 100 members and staff came out to enjoy the Union’s Family Day event. “We wanted to change things up a bit this year,” explained Secretary-Treasurer Tosato. “We really love hosting the Lunar New Year party each year but we also want to encourage everyone to attend. So for Family Day this year, we decided to combine events into one celebration.” There was lots of food and fun to enjoy: The kids were entertained by a magician, a clown who made balloon animals, face painting by Local 175 Executive Board VP Carolyn Levesque and the steel drum music of Local 175 member Byron Williams! Thanks to everyone who attended despite the snow! See you next year.
Biennial UFCW Women’s Network Conference In December 2014, members, staff and officers from UFCW Canada’s Women’s Advisory Committee, the UFCW Canada National Office, and a number of Local Unions from across Canada and the U.S. attended the UFCW Women’s Network Convention. Included in the delegates were members and staff from Locals 175 & 633. The theme of the 2014 Biennial conference was Empowering Women Through Leadership and Training. Delegates (l-r) Shirley Hepditch (Parkdale Community Health), Deb
Kaufman (Zehrs 513), Angela Mattioli (Union Rep), President Haggerty, “I came away from this conference feeling motivated and Secretary-Treasurer Tosato, Sylvia Groom (Region 4 Director), Wendy encouraged,” explained Secretary-Treasurer Kelly Tosato. Absolom (Union Rep), & Marylou Mallett (Local 633 Secretary“The upcoming Federal election will be particularly important Treasurer/Metro 140) for women. We need to put an end to the economic inequality women face, the violence they experience, and provide better support and opportunities for women in leadership positions.”
Attendees heard from a number of guest speakers and took part in training sessions dealing with the challenges and opportunities facing UFCW Sisters across Canada and the United States.
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FUNDRAISING Ottawa Wine & Cheese Evening collects $3,900 to battle blood cancers The 4th Annual Wine & Cheese Evening & Silent Auction took place on October 18, 2014 in Ottawa. Everyone enjoyed a great selection of cheeses, desserts, wine and much more. Live music was provided by local Ottawa jazz singer Jozée Devoua. At the end of the night, $3,919 had been raised for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC). “What a great turnout for this event’s first year in Ottawa,” said Union Rep Dean McLaren, whose wife Christine is the primary event coordinator. “We were so grateful to everyone who attended for their generosity and we cannot wait until next year!” Thank you to Christine McLaren for organizing yet another successful event. And thank you to our sponsors VIA Rail and the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, and to the many artists who donated their works to the silent auction.
Ice Fishing brrrrrings in $680 for the LLSC! The 9th Annual UFCW Ice Fishing Derby took place on February 15, 2015. Despite a bone-chilling -40°C wind whipping through the air and some slow fishing, everyone had a great time. Congratulations to Carl Morlock, who won the day’s prize for the Biggest Catch. Thanks to everyone for their participation and to those that donated prizes, the day raised $680 for the LLSC. See you out on the ice next year!
Superbowl fundraiser scores $1,410 On February 1, UFCW Local 633 Recorder Neil Hotchkiss hosted a SuperBowl fundraiser to benefit the LLSC. Despite a winter storm, there was a great turnout. Everyone enjoyed watching the game while winning prizes and eating great food. The day raised $1,410 for the LLSC. A huge thank you to Neil for his hard work and dedication, and to everyone who attended for your generosity.
Bake Sale cooks up $9,000! On Saturday, February 28, 2015, the members in Sault Ste. Marie raised $9,000 for the LLSC during a Bake Sale & Penny Sale. The event took place in the Market Mall just outside the Metro 181 store. “We had some amazing volunteers and a lot of support from the community,” said Union Rep Sandra Rogerson, who helped out during the event. “I want to thank everyone who gave their time and money so generously to this great cause.”
” With your donation we provided for 27 families = 39 disadvantaged infants and children in our community, giving them the power of good nutritious food & the joy of a new toy they otherwise would not have received this Christmas morning. Warm winter clothing, boots and shoes, infant formula and diapers were some of the other items we had the opportunity to offer.
Thank you
for helping us help those in need. Your partnership is making a difference in the lives of children and their families in our community. Find out how YOU can become involved by visiting us at www.ocof.net or by calling 705-677-0440. Like us on Facebook @OCOF Events to track our upcoming events.
SOLIDARITY SCHOLARSHIPS Apply now! PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY AND CLEARLY. Full details and online application at www.ufcw175.com/scholarships - Deadline for submissions is August 1, 2015. Scan/take a photo of the application & email it to tcadmin@ufcw175.com OR Fax it to 519-658-0255 OR Mail it in an envelope [postage required] to: Attn: Training & Education Committee, 6628 Ellis Road, Cambridge ON N3C 2V4
Education information for applicant
First & Last Name: ______________________________________
Note: Only students in/entering full-time studies are eligible
Permanent Home Address:
Name of College/University: ______________________
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Program of Study: _______________________________
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Start Date: _____________________________________
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This is year ______ of a ______-year program.
Street, City, Province & Postal Code
Expected cost of tuition (per year) is $ _______________
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Email: ______________________________________ Please check one of the following: I am a member of UFCW Local 175 or Local 633. I am the _________________________ of a UFCW Locals 175 & 633 member.
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Information for the Member of UFCW Locals 175 & 633 Member’s Name: _________________________ Member Since: _________________________ Employer:
_________________________ Store or Unit # (if applicable) _________________________ I hereby confirm the information submitted herewith is true & complete.
$1,000
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Date: ________________________________
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