Gavin McGarrigle

We had valuable discussions this week in Calgary about strengthening unions at the local level and building the fightback against Danielle Smith's backwards vision for public education:
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It was a pleasure to meet with progressive activists this weekend at the Sask NDP convention. I heard many energetic discussions about building the movement that will replace the tired, out-of-touch Scott Moe govt

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Unifor stands with Alberta teachers unifor.org/news/all-news/… Premier Smith has proven that she does not believe in a thriving public education system. She’s opposed to a universal system just like health care and wants families to buy their way into a for-profit system. #abpoli

YouTube video by Bryna Maeve Bryna Maeve - Siren (Official Music Video)

My daughter’s newest single ‘Siren’ is now out - this might be my favourite, one of them anyway! Have a listen, please download and share and spread the word about this amazing talent! youtu.be/8wk_4izxiwQ?... #bcmusic

Onsite meetings at Amazon YVR2 Onsite meetings at Amazon YVR2

Last week Unifor met with new members at the Amazon fulfilment centre YVR2 in Delta B.C.
It was an important opportunity to discuss the bargaining process and the issues that matter to workers at Amazon.
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There is urgency needed to respond to the protectionist approach from the U.S. govt. The expanded BC Timber Sales vision will support people on front line, in communities throughout the province, supporting local workers. news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

This week Unifor kicked off a series of on-site meetings with the new members at Amazon to review the collective bargaining process and discuss the issues that matter to workers at the fulfilment centre in Delta B.C.

Rally for Sheraton Guildford workers Unifor Local 3000 members have been on strike since July 5 fighting for a fair contract.

Unifor Local 3000 members at the Sheraton Guildford have been on strike since July 5 fighting for fairness against a greedy employer who doesn't respect hospitality workers. Watch the coverage of Friday's rally, where fellow Unifor members showed their support: www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

During Friday's rally for striking Local 3000 members at the Sheraton Guildford, we delivered a clear message to the greedy owners at Pacific Reach: get back to the bargaining table and treat hospitality workers with respect! View the full album:
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Join me at the Sheraton Guildford on Friday to stand in solidarity with Local 3000 members on strike and send a message to the owners that these workers have earned a fair contract. #bclab

It was a wonderful Labour Day in Vancouver with Unifor members and their families at the PNE. Thanks again to all of the volunteers that helped make it successful.

Across Western Canada, Unifor members are standing in solidarity with Air Canada workers who deserve a fair NEGOTIATED contract.

Bryna Maeve show at the Painted Ship on August 23 in Vancouver

Anyone who is in town for Saturday, August 23, join me for my daughter’s live show in Vancouver! It will be a great night!

I've probably read hundreds of LRB rulings, and this is one of the spiciest I've ever seen. Amazon's tactics were beyond the pale and the LRB saw right through this flimsy appeal:

Thanks again to all the volunteers who helped make Sunday's march so fun and meaningful. View the Facebook album of Unifor's participation in Vancouver's Pride parade:
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Happy Pride from the Vancouver parade!

Unifor members ratify new contract with Rio Tinto KITIMAT, B.C.—Wages, improvements to benefits, and pension adjustments are the highlights of a new collective agreement ratified by Unifor Local 2301 members during on July 25–29.“Unifor members at Ri...

Wages, improvements to benefits, and pension adjustments are the highlights of a new collective agreement ratified by Unifor Local 2301 members during voting on July 25–29.
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Delta, B.C., Amazon workers certified to unionize Amazon workers in Delta, B.C., were certified to unionize on Friday, in a labour dispute ruling by the B.C. Labour Relations Board. Gavin McGarrigle, the western regional director of the Unifor union,...

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This morning I spoke with CBC's Stephen Quinn about Unifor's union drive at Amazon and the historic certification of workers at the facility in Delta.
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B.C. Labour Board certifies union at Amazon facility in Delta Workers at an Amazon facility in Delta have been certified to unionize. As Renée Lukacs reports, it comes after the company was accused of union-busting last year.

Watch the CBC interview in which I discuss the LRB ruling about Amazon's interference in our union drive:
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Lana Payne smiling in a conversation with Naheed Nenshi.

Five Unifor members pose for a photo with Gavin McGarrigle and Len Poirier under a tent with their lunch.

Thanks to all the Unifor members and volunteers who made this week's Stampede BBQ such a success! Check out the full album:
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Warehouse Workers Unite

Calling all Amazon workers and all warehouse workers - Find out how you can organize your workplace into #Unifor. We’re behind you all in the fight for better workplaces that you deserve. Join today! #canlab

We now have a unionized Amazon facility in B.C.

A team of committed Unifor organizers and Amazon workers spent nearly a year doing outreach and fighting company misinformation. From Amazon to Walmart, workers are better off with a union.
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I visited our Unifor Local 3000 members on strike at the Sheraton Guildford today. They told me stories about how hard it is to make ends meet, of pain from the job, and their demand to be treated with respect. Solidarity in their fight for a fair contract! #canlab

Thanks to @Randene4PRSC and staff for meeting with @UniforTheUnion and #UFAWU to discuss improvements for fisheries workers in British Columbia. Looking forward to further discussions on ways to ensure BC caught fish is processed in BC plants by BC workers. #canlab

Stampede Barbecue Join fellow Unifor members for a members appreciation barbecue! Families are welcome.Location: JB’s Club YC @ 567 Aero Drive NE, CalgaryFeaturing Russ McIvor & “The Turnem’ Loose Band”

#Unifor members and families can register to join us at the
@unifor.org Stampede BBQ on July 10 in Calgary! Good food, solidarity and live music! Looking forward to it! unifor.org/news/events/... #canlab

Five people posing with Team Nenshi and Better Starts Now signs.

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Last night, progressive candidates were elected in 2/3 by-elections in Alta. Momentum is building, and I want to thank our dedicated team who spent many hours volunteering and talking to their fellow members about a better Alberta for workers.

Stampede Barbecue Join fellow Unifor members for a members appreciation barbecue! Families are welcome.Location: JB’s Club YC @ 567 Aero Drive NE, CalgaryFeaturing Russ McIvor & “The Turnem’ Loose Band”

Are you a Unifor member in Alberta? Join me on July 10 for Unifor's member appreciation Stampede Barbecue. Click for more details and RSVP:
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Today is election day in Alberta for three by-elections. The Unifor team has worked hard in a member-to-member campaign focused on electing candidates that will stand up for workers, which means standing up to Danielle Smith's reckless and divisive agenda.