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Showing posts with label USW. Show all posts
Showing posts with label USW. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Steelworkers Action Centre Needs Your Help.
The Steelworker Action Centre needs your help.
Starting with the former Genfast Employees of April 4th, 5th 2007.
We require/ask that Everyone who was employed in April of 2007 resubmitt their current mailing address with Postal Code, Telephone # and email address.
Please Contact the Steelworker Action Centre ASAP.We will be calling and emailing to confirm our records.
Please pass this information around to other former coworkers.
Many of us have new phones, addresses and of course employment since we closed.
The Steelworker Centre will remains open and future USW/Steelworker Centre correspondence may/will be forthcoming.
Steelworker Action Centre
249 Murray Street
Brantford, Ontario
N3S 5S4
genfastajustmentcenter@bellnet.ca
519 752 3333
Starting with the former Genfast Employees of April 4th, 5th 2007.
We require/ask that Everyone who was employed in April of 2007 resubmitt their current mailing address with Postal Code, Telephone # and email address.
Please Contact the Steelworker Action Centre ASAP.We will be calling and emailing to confirm our records.
Please pass this information around to other former coworkers.
Many of us have new phones, addresses and of course employment since we closed.
The Steelworker Centre will remains open and future USW/Steelworker Centre correspondence may/will be forthcoming.
Steelworker Action Centre
249 Murray Street
Brantford, Ontario
N3S 5S4
genfastajustmentcenter@bellnet.ca
519 752 3333
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
USW vs MNP Corp
The United Steelworkers has scheduled Six More court dates.
These Court Dates are
February 2, 3, 4th, 2010
9:30AM,
2nd Floor Board Room,
505 University Ave, Toronto
And
February 8th, 9th, 10th
9:30 AM,
2nd Floor Board Room
505 University Ave, Toronto
These Court Dates are
February 2, 3, 4th, 2010
9:30AM,
2nd Floor Board Room,
505 University Ave, Toronto
And
February 8th, 9th, 10th
9:30 AM,
2nd Floor Board Room
505 University Ave, Toronto
Friday, October 2, 2009
Genfast Severance Crew (update)
Volunteers gathered during the Severance meeting held by Rob Mason will be meeting on Monday to discuss the situation regarding the monetary case before the courts.
Reminder.
There are Six Court dates scheduled in February 2010.
MNP corporation closed Genfast in April 2007.
Reminder.
There are Six Court dates scheduled in February 2010.
MNP corporation closed Genfast in April 2007.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Action Centre BBQ
FREE BBQ
Friday, Sept 18, 2009
Starts at 12:30
Hamburgs, Sausages, Salads
& Refreshments
Sponsored by
Steelworkers Local 7480
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I want to thank the Former Crane Local, who choose to take the proceedings from the sale of the Unions office furniture and bring us some fall cheer.
Thanks for sharing.
I want to thank the Former Crane Local, who choose to take the proceedings from the sale of the Unions office furniture and bring us some fall cheer.
Thanks for sharing.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
USW VS MNP (GENFAST)
Genfast Closed April 5th, 2007 sending hundreds of Salaried and Bargaining unit employees to the Unemployment Line. A trend that would continue in Brant County to present day.
The United Steelworkers on behalf of the former Bargaining Unit Employees is continuing forward in its court case against Parent Company MNP corporation for owed Severance and Termination Pay.
The dedication of the United Steelworkers successfully secured monies owing in wages, then half of the vacation pay, and then another 40% of vacation payed owed, and in November 2008 secured the final 10% of owed vacation pay.
Some Salaried Employees were not as fortuneate.
The United Steelworkers has scheduled Six More court dates.
These Court Dates are
February 2, 3, 4th, 2010
9:30AM, 2nd Floor Board Room,
505 University Ave, Toronto
And
February 8th, 9th, 10th
9:30 AM, 2nd Floor Board Room
505 University Ave, Toronto
Rob Mason has requested that anyone who volunteered help with regards to providing more information, as well as help with the corporate campaign, contact him at the earliest, earliest opportunity.
The United Steelworkers on behalf of the former Bargaining Unit Employees is continuing forward in its court case against Parent Company MNP corporation for owed Severance and Termination Pay.
The dedication of the United Steelworkers successfully secured monies owing in wages, then half of the vacation pay, and then another 40% of vacation payed owed, and in November 2008 secured the final 10% of owed vacation pay.
Some Salaried Employees were not as fortuneate.
The United Steelworkers has scheduled Six More court dates.
These Court Dates are
February 2, 3, 4th, 2010
9:30AM, 2nd Floor Board Room,
505 University Ave, Toronto
And
February 8th, 9th, 10th
9:30 AM, 2nd Floor Board Room
505 University Ave, Toronto
Rob Mason has requested that anyone who volunteered help with regards to providing more information, as well as help with the corporate campaign, contact him at the earliest, earliest opportunity.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
E.C.P. Strike One year in the trenches
The E.C.P strike is now over 1 year. On Sunday I spent some time on the line, the date marking 1 full year of picketing. The solidarity on that line is impressive. Good people of good character. No doubt a great workforce that has bonded with each other. I was treated to hamburgs, sausages, cabbages, pie, and more as they reflected 1 year outside the plant during one of the coldest winters and one of the wettest summers. Many many vehicles that drove by, honk their horns in support and people cheered.
But for me, there is something wrong with the entire situation.
The unbalanced nature of our Labour Laws combined with the command of Global, Foreign own companies and the power they wield over Canadian Operations and the governments of Canada and Ontario. Never before have I directly witnessed a strike for so long a period. Now more then ever, I understand the need to rebalance our labour laws and laws on foreign ownership in Canada.
But for me, there is something wrong with the entire situation.
The unbalanced nature of our Labour Laws combined with the command of Global, Foreign own companies and the power they wield over Canadian Operations and the governments of Canada and Ontario. Never before have I directly witnessed a strike for so long a period. Now more then ever, I understand the need to rebalance our labour laws and laws on foreign ownership in Canada.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Genfast Severance Update CAR POOL
There will be vehicles available to car pool in for those who do not have transportation from Brantford to Hamilton for the update meeting.
We will be leaving 249 Murray Street at 10am sharp.
for more information call
519 752 3333
Brian
We will be leaving 249 Murray Street at 10am sharp.
for more information call
519 752 3333
Brian
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Journey For JOBS RALLY MONDAY 4-7
Check out this video.... We didn't get paid...
Sound familiar???
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuYOp0B8V4I
Sound familiar???
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuYOp0B8V4I
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Steelworker Action Centre BBQ
Its that time of year again......
Last year we had a lot of people and alot of food.
Any USW laid off or former employee from places such as, Stellarc, Crane, Genfast, US STEEL, Dominion Cascades, to name just a few, are welcome. If you are working, and are available at this time, please come out to the BBQ open house and let us know about your new place of employment.
STEELWORKER ACTION CENTRE
BBQ
THURSDAY
THURSDAY
JUNE 18th
12 to 2PM
249 Murray Street
Brantford, Ontario
12 to 2PM
249 Murray Street
Brantford, Ontario
FREE
Hotdogs, Hamburgers, Sausages & beverages +++
Potluck and Donations
Last year we had a lot of people and alot of food.
Any USW laid off or former employee from places such as, Stellarc, Crane, Genfast, US STEEL, Dominion Cascades, to name just a few, are welcome. If you are working, and are available at this time, please come out to the BBQ open house and let us know about your new place of employment.
Monday, June 8, 2009
A busy Week.....
This week has been very busy.
The Brant Roundtable on Poverty held two events.
1) The Community Garden. (If you like growing your own things and need land, its free and they have secured a beautiful location at Mohawk and Birketts.
2) The Temporary Employment Agency Workers forum. I was pleased to participate as one of the guest speakers. It was a room full of knowledge and many questions regarding Agency practices where highlighted and addressed.
The Brantford District Labour Council is in full gear organizing the Journey For Jobs. The dates for the Caravan is set in stone, and the bands, the food, and routes are planned. Its going to be alot of fun, to lighten us up under some very difficult circumstances. June 22nd with an overnight at Brant Park then out to the streets and a number of stops around the city before trekking to Simcoe and then to Hamilton for another BBQ and a stop at Confederation Park.
Most of the events, food, and overnights will be free. This is an event for everyone to get out and make some noise and have a good time. Even find a job in the process.
The BrantNDP hosted a free BBQ at Mohawk Park for everyone who showed up to meet the new Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath. She is focused on getting people organized to help make their lives better. The more that help, the better off we will be. It was a great time and alot of fun.
And... then.... the USW VS MNP Case at the Labour Relation Board. The case was heard for two days. I had time for Wednesdays opening statements...and there was a group of us that went down to observe.
The USW will be holding an Information Session in Hamilton later this month or first week in July. Updates to follow..
The Brant Roundtable on Poverty held two events.
1) The Community Garden. (If you like growing your own things and need land, its free and they have secured a beautiful location at Mohawk and Birketts.
2) The Temporary Employment Agency Workers forum. I was pleased to participate as one of the guest speakers. It was a room full of knowledge and many questions regarding Agency practices where highlighted and addressed.
The Brantford District Labour Council is in full gear organizing the Journey For Jobs. The dates for the Caravan is set in stone, and the bands, the food, and routes are planned. Its going to be alot of fun, to lighten us up under some very difficult circumstances. June 22nd with an overnight at Brant Park then out to the streets and a number of stops around the city before trekking to Simcoe and then to Hamilton for another BBQ and a stop at Confederation Park.
Most of the events, food, and overnights will be free. This is an event for everyone to get out and make some noise and have a good time. Even find a job in the process.
The BrantNDP hosted a free BBQ at Mohawk Park for everyone who showed up to meet the new Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath. She is focused on getting people organized to help make their lives better. The more that help, the better off we will be. It was a great time and alot of fun.
And... then.... the USW VS MNP Case at the Labour Relation Board. The case was heard for two days. I had time for Wednesdays opening statements...and there was a group of us that went down to observe.
The USW will be holding an Information Session in Hamilton later this month or first week in July. Updates to follow..
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
USW VS MNP Hearing Schedule
June 3rd & June 4th. (Regarding Severance and Termination)
Call the Action Centre if you are planning on going and if you require a ride.
Seating is VERY limited.
519 752 3333
Brian
Call the Action Centre if you are planning on going and if you require a ride.
Seating is VERY limited.
519 752 3333
Brian
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
USW vs MNP on CKPC Radio
Today I heard CKPC radio following up on the court proceedings against MNP for Severance and Termination pay.
The next court dates are June 3rd and June 4th for those who wish to attend.
The next court dates are June 3rd and June 4th for those who wish to attend.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
FREE
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
LEARN YOUR RIGHTS
TEMPORARY WORKERS COMMUNITY FORUM
Thursday June 4th
7PM to 9PM
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE
14 Henry Street
Brantford, Ontario
Parking Available at YES CHURCH
519 759 4775
tempworkinbrant@gmail.com
Presentations by
Deena, Workers Action Centre of oronto
Eduardo, Immigrant Settlement Worker, Brantford
Ian, Community Legal Clinic, Brantford
Marc, The Roundtable on Poverty, Brantford
Brian, STEELWORKERS ACTION CENTRE
Deena, Workers Action Centre of oronto
Eduardo, Immigrant Settlement Worker, Brantford
Ian, Community Legal Clinic, Brantford
Marc, The Roundtable on Poverty, Brantford
Brian, STEELWORKERS ACTION CENTRE
Thursday, April 23, 2009
USW VS MNP
The court date of April 27th, 2009 has been pushed back, because the documentation that the USW sent to MNP will require more time to address then the single day available. It looks like a 2 or more days in succession will be required.
Stay tuned for the rescheduling....
Stay tuned for the rescheduling....
Thursday, March 19, 2009
ECONOMIC TOWN HALL FRIDAY (TOMMORROW) March 20th with Andrea Horwath and Jack Layton
TOWN HALL MEETING
FRIDAY March 20th, 2009
Hosted in the USW Steelworkers Hall
1031 Barton St. East
Hamilton, Ont.
Newly Elected Leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party, Andrea Horwath and Federal NDP Leader Jack Layton will be present to hear from You and Your Family.
Join the delegation leaving from the Steelworker Action Centre in Brantford, at 11am.
ALL are welcome and encouraged to attend.
FRIDAY March 20th, 2009
Hosted in the USW Steelworkers Hall
1031 Barton St. East
Hamilton, Ont.
Newly Elected Leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party, Andrea Horwath and Federal NDP Leader Jack Layton will be present to hear from You and Your Family.
Join the delegation leaving from the Steelworker Action Centre in Brantford, at 11am.
ALL are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
GENFAST HEARING SCHEDULE
ROB MASON and the USW continue to pursue MNP in court.
If you wish to attend, we currently have one vehicle going with room for 3 or 4 people.
Hearing Dates.
April 27th, 2009
Tentative (June 3rd or 4th, 2009)
If you are interested in watching the MNP circus dance...... contact us.
If you wish to attend, we currently have one vehicle going with room for 3 or 4 people.
Hearing Dates.
April 27th, 2009
Tentative (June 3rd or 4th, 2009)
If you are interested in watching the MNP circus dance...... contact us.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Minimum Wage
http://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1433624
Economic woes won't stop minimum wage hike
By VINCENT BALL, EXPOSITOR STAFF
HELP LOCAL ECONOMY
Brian Van Tilborg, co-ordinator of the Genfast Workers' Adjustment Centre and a former NDP candidate in Brant, said the increase is timely.
"It's one of the better programs we have to help the local economy," Van Tilborg said. "It puts more money into the hands of those who need it and these are the people who spend their money locally.
"They buy their groceries, clothing and everything else locally. They're not heading out of town and out of the country on trips."
He believes minimum wage increases are more likely to create jobs than to kill them.
"Stock market crashes and poor industrial policies are what kills jobs. Not minimum wage increases," Van Tilborg said. "The fact is, we've had minimum wages for years and it has never caused job losses like a lot of people like to think."
Economic woes won't stop minimum wage hike
By VINCENT BALL, EXPOSITOR STAFF
HELP LOCAL ECONOMY
Brian Van Tilborg, co-ordinator of the Genfast Workers' Adjustment Centre and a former NDP candidate in Brant, said the increase is timely.
"It's one of the better programs we have to help the local economy," Van Tilborg said. "It puts more money into the hands of those who need it and these are the people who spend their money locally.
"They buy their groceries, clothing and everything else locally. They're not heading out of town and out of the country on trips."
He believes minimum wage increases are more likely to create jobs than to kill them.
"Stock market crashes and poor industrial policies are what kills jobs. Not minimum wage increases," Van Tilborg said. "The fact is, we've had minimum wages for years and it has never caused job losses like a lot of people like to think."
Thursday, February 12, 2009
ECP workers taking hit for all workers
http://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1431284
The workers here are taking a hit for workers throughout the province"
: NDP candidateGilles Bisson visits ECP picket line
by Vincent Ball, EXPOSITOR STAFF
The workers here are taking a hit for workers throughout the province"
: NDP candidateGilles Bisson visits ECP picket line
by Vincent Ball, EXPOSITOR STAFF
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
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