Friends and comrades,
In this week’s Dispatch, we are covering the most recent negotiations update, our November GMM, some upcoming committee meetings, and strike cheques for week 3.
Before getting to that, I would like to draw your attention to the Education section of our Local website. Locally, there will be a Basic Shop Steward course taught in November. Please keep your eyes on that section for further details. Regionally, there are opportunities for a Pension Whiz course as well as Turtle Island and Social Steward.
Solidarity,
Kyle Turner, Communications Officer
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Negotiations Update
The Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates (OGGO) will begin hearings into Canada Post. First meeting is scheduled for October 23rd, 2025 from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm EST. To read the full bulletin and for links to watch the proceedings, click HERE.
November GMM
Our next GMM is Saturday, November 1st at 10 am. This is a hybrid meeting, so you can attend in person (18121 107 Ave NW) or online via Zoom. The deadline to register to attend online is Friday, October 31st at noon. For more information or to register to attend online, click HERE.
Committee Meetings
There are currently two scheduled committee meetings. The Women’s Committee is meeting on Thursday, October 23rd and the Organizing Committee is meeting on Thursday, October 30th. For more information, click HERE.
Strike Cheques
Strike cheques have been mailed to the addresses we have on file at the office. If you have any questions or concerns about your cheque, please email sectreas730@gmail.com.
Community Announcements
- Fight for Public Education: October 23rd at the Alberta Legislature (10800 97 Ave). Arrived between 1:30 and 2 pm. Rally from 2 pm until 4 pm.
Reminders
- Staying Connected: Sign up for the text service or email list HERE.
- Forever Canadian Petition: To find a location where you can sign this petition, click HERE.
- Special Assessment: The Local’s Special Assessment is suspended for the fiscal year (July 2025-June 2026), but will return in July 2026. So you should see a decrease in dues payments by slightly less than $15/month.
- Disability Supports: To access the Disability Supports portal, which provides a list of programs and services in your community, click HERE.
- Union Savings: To take part in these savings, you can register at unionsavings.ca/.
- Buy Union: Looking for a list of union-made goods and services? Click HERE.