As per the direction given by our CUPW National Executive, locals can hold GMMs via video conference as long as quorum is met and all participants have registered with all the required information by the specified deadline. For our full virtual GMM guidelines, please see the accompanying document below the GMM notice. Register: LINK Deadline: Friday, September 8th, 2023, noon. Registratio...
The Education Committee has a number of upcoming meetings. If you would like to attend any of these meetings, the details are as follows. Date: Thursday, August 31st, 2023 / Time: 7 pm / Location: Online via Zoom The Committee will be discussing the applications received for the EDLC Fall Labour School. To attend this meeting, CLICK HERE. Date: Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 / Time: 7 pm / Loca...
Friends and comrades, This week's dispatch is going to be brief but it will be focusing on supporting our sisters, brothers, and cousins who have been evacuated from the Northwest Territories. Solidarity, Kyle Turner, Communications Officer Barbecue and Potluck We will be hosting a barbecue and potluck (please bring a dish to share!) at our union office (18121 107 Ave NW) on Sunday...
Friends and comrades, In this week's dispatch, we're covering the next Women for Rights and Empowerment (W4RE) meeting, a reminder about upcoming EDLC events, as well as a Labour Day event being put on by the Edmonton Elks. Solidarity, Kyle Turner, Communications Officer W4RE The next Women for Rights and Empowerment (W4RE) meeting is happening Thursday, August 17th at 7 pm at the C...
Friends and comrades, In this week's dispatch, we'll be covering the EDLC's Annual Barbecue and Annual Labour School, as well as an educational opportunity through McMaster University. Solidarity, Kyle Turner, Communications Officer EDLC Barbecue The Edmonton & District Labour Council will be holding its 32nd annual Labour Day Barbecue on Monday, September 4th from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm....
Registration for the EDLC's Annual Labour School is now open. The school will be happening in person on September 23rd and 24th at Concordia University of Edmonton (7128 Ada Boulevard, Edmonton). If you wish to apply to attend through our Local, PRINT THIS APPLICATION and send it to our Local office (18121 107 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T5S 1K4) or take a photo and email it to educate730@gmail.com......
Education Committee Meeting The next Education Committee meeting will be August 11th at 7 pm via Zoom. The agenda for this meeting will be to discuss the applications for the upcoming regional Turtle Island course. All members in good standing are welcome to attend. If you wish to attend, please click HERE.
The EDLC Labour Day BBQ is on Monday September 4. The BBQ is an annual event that draws hundreds from the community to enjoy food and have some fun. To help support people the EDLC gives away basic items to help those in need. Items Needed Toiletries (All ages) - Soap, Shampoo, Toothbrushes, Razors etc.)Hair Accessories, Cosmetics, Lip Balm, Period ProductsUnderwear (Children, Men's, Ladies') N...