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Also, the NFL referees, the NBC broadcasters and crew, the Halftime show performer Bad Bunny, stage crew, Levi Stadium concession workers, and other workers at the game are Union members! #unionmade #SuperBowl

Shout out to our ATU members in the Bay Area who will be providing transportation for fans to and from the Super Bowl, parties, and others events this weekend.

Thunder Bay Transit proposing temporary schedule changes due to driver shortage | CBC News Some temporary changes could be coming to Thunder Bay Transit bus schedules as the agency deals with a driver shortage.

Local 966-Thunder Bay, ON, blames agency for poor working conditions and safety concerns for shortage of bus operators. #OurVoiceOurPower #canlab #1u #UnionStrong @OFLabour
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Under the leadership of International President John Costa, our mentorship programs provide critical guidance and support that helps our members navigate the early stages of their careers and build a foundation for long-term success. #ATUMentorships

To recognize the dedication and hard work of both mentors and mentees, the MIM team created a unique and meaningful symbol of achievement - the ATU Mentorship Championship Belt.

Our ATU Local 1225-San Francisco, CA, and Monterey-Salinas Transit Mentors in Motion (MIM) program continues to set the standard for how mentorships can support and uplift new operators entering the transit industry.

Happy Transit Equity Day #TransitEquityDay

This program builds on successful mentorship models pioneered by under the leadership of International President John Costa. It is also unique in that it is fully owned, operated, and led by our members and local leadership at Local 1249. #ATUMentorships

Our Local 1249 in Springfield, IL, launched the state’s first ATU-exclusive mentorship program for transit operators. This ATU-driven initiative pairs our experienced members with newly hired operators and those in need of additional support through a structured peer-to-peer mentoring model.

Executive Board members play a key role in ensuring the operations of our Locals. Under Costa’s leadership, the ATU is committed to ensuring that they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to best represent our members. #OurVoiceOurPower

members under the ATU Constitution and General Laws. Attendees also learned about the administrative role of executive board members including Local Union oversight and fiduciary responsibilities.

Thank you to all of you for taking to time to attend this training so you can gain the vital skills needed in this critical job to represent your members & your Local.”
The trainings covered many topics including an introduction to officers’ roles and obligations as well as those of Executive Board

“I’ve been in your shoes as an Executive Board member and wish I had this training to understand the challenges of serving on an Executive Board. It’s a serious responsibility. It requires knowledge, skills, and dedication.

“It’s inspiring to see so many of you join us for this important training. As Executive Board members, you play an important role for your Local and our members. You must organize, strategize, and think outside the box,” Costa told the attendees.

Today, Int. President John Costa convened two of our largest zoom trainings ever with more 325 Local leaders attending Executive Board Trainings to learn about the duties and responsibilities of Executive Boards. Int. Exec. Vice President Yvette Trujillo & IST Ken Kirk also addressed the trainings.

Our Local 1005 Rochester Public Transit members are united in their fight for a fair and just contract. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #UnionStrong www.kaaltv.com?post_type=fuel

February is Black History Month and the ATU is recognizing our rock star ATU members who have made a difference in their Locals and our Union. Our first honoree is Karen Miller, President/Business Agent of Local 1700. #BlackHistoryMonth #1u #canlab

Attendees were joined by International Vice Presidents Manny Sforza and Ken Wilson, along with ATU Canada President John Di Nino. Thank you to all who participated and continue to sharpen their skills to fight for the rights of our members. #OurVoiceOurPower

The 4-day training covered the grievance & arbitration process and teaches our Local leaders how to investigate, draft, and prepare grievances for arbitration. The interactive training includes breakout exercises to conduct mock arbitration hearings, including practicing direct & cross examination.

This week leaders from ATU Locals 279, 946, 966, 1320, 1557, 1767, and 1760 from Ontario and Quebec met in Markham, ON, for an Advanced Arbitration Training to sharpen their skills and learn best practices for preparing grievances and handling arbitrations.

YouTube video by CTV News Union says transit workers are being unfairly scrutinized over Eglinton Crosstown LRT progress

@ATUlocal113-Toronto, ON, slams Metrolinx for lack of transparency on delayed opening of Eglinton Crosstown LRT #canlab @OFLabour #UnionStrong youtu.be/n6z6b76BLX4?...

Amalgamated Transit Union 'not surprised' by CATS, EBR Metro Councilman's indictments BATON ROUGE - Following East Baton Rouge Metro Councilman Cleve Dunn's indictment, groups across the capital area have been sharing their reaction.

Our Local 1546-Baton Rouge, LA, has been sounding the alarm on the corrupt leadership at CATS for the past six years. Time for change. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u www.wbrz.com/news/amalgam...

Our ATU members at Local 627-Cincinnati, OH, and across North America have been keeping their communities safely moving throughout the historic snow, ice storms, and freezing temperatures. Thank you for your commitment and dedication. #OurVoiceOurPower

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Ice storm knocks out power to over 1 million as heavy snow shuts airports and piles up in Northeast | CNN A monstrous storm with ice and heavy snow is reaching its peak and combining with brutal cold to raise the danger for millions. Here’s the latest.

Please stay safe as the powerful winter storms from Texas to the Northeast are leaving millions stranded and without power with  subfreezing temperatures expected over the next few days.

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In this moment of collective action, we stand united with all people of good conscience who are mobilizing for human rights, dignity, and justice.

We call further for transparency, meaningful investigations, accountability, and the full protection of civil rights of workers and our communities to assemble and protest without fear of violence or retaliation.

We call on ICE to leave Minneapolis immediately to end the violence and chaos that it has inflicted on the people of Minnesota.

We are outraged by ICE’s attacks on people engaging in their right to assemble and protest, its detainment of children, and its killing of Rene Good and a second, unidentified, person today.

The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) stands in solidarity with our members at Local 1005, and all other workers and people in Minnesota, who participated in the ‘Day for Truth & Freedom’ against the ICE operations in Minneapolis.