Here’s where you’ll find a growing collection of blog posts, which are answers to the questions that have been submitted to us by folks just like you.
As this blog expands and more questions get answered, you might find it helpful to know that each post/question is put into one or more categories. For instance, we’ve got categories for ‘Meeting Minutes’, ‘Union Dues’, and ‘Arbitration’, just to name a few. So you can click on a particular category and be taken to a page containing all relevant posts to do with that topic.
Please note: None of this content is AI and no Chatgpt is used for anything here. Every single blog is written by Roger, unless the author post mentions otherwise. Abby manages all of the backend admin stuff, so it’s 100% real humans taking the time to write thoughtful and lengthy responses to great questions you’ve asked.
Let’s get into it!
Question 13
What are first, second, and third stage grievances after an employee is terminated? And how long does each stage take?
Question 12
I recently learned that Y days was once available to ops based on the fact that ops do not have access to the mandate of paid coffee breaks. Why would the union negotiate that away?
Question 11
I am currently on Medical accommodation/Rehab program. Company screwed me over and dismissed me from a permanent position into Serviceperson position. How can the union help me? Thanks.
Question 10
During the covid lockdowns the Unifor 111 actively broke Labour Law for not holding monthly GM's for months. Other unions held online GM's. Unifor 222 held a tentative contract meeting and vote online. It would appear Unifor local 111 is actively pursuing Voter Suppression. What can members do to stop it and make the local "leadership" provide online meetings and online voting?
Question 9
We get 6 sick days per CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) calendar year which can't put into AMP says in CBA; why is rolling calendar being used for call ins for sick days?
Question 8
My question is in regard to passing a motion at the next general meeting touching the core issue and hardest points of disagreement or discontent by some members at this time regarding the strike vote delivery method. [Expanded question in post]. Is there anything in this motion that perhaps lacks proper information, violates union constitution or disregards any by-laws???
Question 7
Can you outline the process and will any outcome be transparent in that details will be shared with members and since the employer initiated mediation could it be viewed as a small tactic?
Question 6
Is it possible the employer is using SWOP (Suspension Without Pay) as a method to realize savings?
Question 5
What are the consequences if a member divorces from the union by donating dues to a religious organisation?
Question 4
Is a union local required to record minutes of all meetings they conduct such as GM’s, eboard meetings, and committee meetings?
Question 3
Are both parties required by law to record minutes of every single meeting in bargaining regardless of the topic?
