Friends and comrades,

 

In this week's Dispatch, we are covering the National Day of Action, the September GMM, the Women's Committee Equinox and Workplace Harassment Survey, the final chance to order a Support the Negotiations Committee shirt through our Local, and the availability of the latest version of our CUPW National Constitution.

 

From this, there are two things I'd like to highlight. First, the September GMM is going to be in-person only. Second, the Women's Committee is officially launching its workplace harassment survey. If you have or haven't witnessed any kind of harassment or bullying in the workplace, you are welcome to fill out the survey and help the Women's Committee gather data and try to find solutions to make our workplaces safer.

 

In solidarity,

 

Kyle Turner, Communications Officer

 

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Our next National Day of Action is happening tomorrow -- Thursday, July 25th. The focus for this one is Health & Safety. If you have any questions, reach out to a Building Worker Power floor captain or a Shop Steward.

 

If you would like to be more involved with these actions or become a BWP floor captain, get in touch with our Regional Organizer James Ball at jball@cupw-sttp.org.

 

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Our next GMM will be happening on Saturday, September 7th at 10 am. This GMM is going to be in-person only at the Rundle Family Centre in Rundle Park (2909 113 Ave).

 

This GMM is going to be immediately followed with a family-friendly strike preparation event. There will be food trucks and children's activities, and strike preparation activities. After this, there will be a town hall meeting with the latest updates from the negotiations and strike plans. It will be a great time to ask questions and give feedback. 

 

If you are interested in helping with setting up or cleaning up after this event, get in touch with Treasurer@cupwedm.net.

 

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Just a reminder that the Women's Committee is celebrating its 25th anniversary with an Equinox event. For more information about that, click HERE.

 

The Women's Committee is also launching a survey about workplace harassment. All questions in the survey are optional and confidentiality will be maintained. If you would like to take part in the survey, please click HERE.

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This is the last call to get in on the Local's bulk order for the Support the Negotiation Committee shirts from National. Orders will be submitted on Friday, July 26th. For more information about the shirts, you can read the bulletin HERE. If you would like to place an order, contact Secretary-Treasurer Karry Biri at Treasurer@cupwedm.net.

 

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We've received copies of our updated National Constitution. This version contains the changes made to it at our 2023 National Convention. If you would like a copy, you can stop by the office (18121 107 Ave NW) and pick one up.

 

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• Upcoming Educationals: Applications are currently being accepted for the EDLC Annual Fall School and a Prairie & Pacific Regional 5-day course. For more information, click HERE.
• Most Recent Negotiations Update: July 5th - Bargaining Update: No Rollbacks! No Concessions!
• Elks Labour Day Rematch: The Local has purchased 20 tickets for this EDLC-endorsed match. For more information and to inquire about tickets, see the prior Dispatch HERE. Deadline to get your name in for these tickets is September 4th.
• IATSE Callout: IATSE is looking for workers for the upcoming Pink and Metallica concerts. If you are interested and have the proper certification/equipment, you can contact IATSE at iatse210@iatse210.com or by going to their office at 10428 123 St, Edmonton.
• Disability Supports: To access the Disability Supports portal, which provides a list of programs and services in your community, click HERE.