Local Dispatch (24/04/24)
Friends and comrades,
In this week's Dispatch, we're covering some information about the May GMM, the Day of Mourning, and the upcoming 36th Annual Labour Appreciation Night.
Solidarity,
Kyle Turner, Communications Officer
May GMM
Our next GMM is happening on May 4th at 10 am. It will be a hybrid meeting, so you can attend in person (18121 107 Ave NW) or online via Zoom. If you wish to attend online, you must register by May 3rd at noon. To register, click HERE. To view the GMM notice, click HERE.
Day of Mourning
Each year, workers, families and friends gather
On April 28th.
Recognized as a day to remember
Our fellow workers
Who were killed, injured or suffered illness
From work-related accidents.
In the Province of Alberta
Last year we lost 165 workers.
Forever gone are those smiling faces
Of a loved one.
Someone’s father, mother, brother, sister
Grandma, grandpa or cousin
No longer with us.
On April 28th, take a moment
To reflect on the 165 workers
This province lost last year.
- Rashpal Sehmby, Health & Safety Officer
To view Davinder's Story, please click HERE. To view the Day of Mourning poster, please click HERE. For more information about the upcoming event put on by the EDLC, click HERE.
36th Annual Labour Appreciation Night
The United Way and the EDLC will be hosting its 36th Annual Labour Appreciation Night. This event is happening on Friday, May 10th at 5:45 pm at the Santa Maria Goretti Centre (11050 90 St NW).
We have purchased a table for this event, meaning 8 members can attend. If you are interested in attending, contact Secretary-Treasurer Karry Biri (Treasurer@cupwedm.net) by May 7th at 5 pm. If more than 8 members are interested in attending, names will be drawn at random. There will be no book off for this event.
Reminders
- Picket Captains: If you are interested in becoming a picket captain during a potential strike period, please reach out to the Local office at union@cupwedm.net and include your name and work location.
- Disability Supports: To access the Disability Supports portal, which provides a list of programs and services in your community, click HERE.