STEP UP! is a one-day workshop, available to any BCGEU member within Area 08 (East Kootenay), whether you're a brand-new member or you've been a member for a while.

This STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role your union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities. Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers.

A union-paid leave-of-absence (LOA) and lunch is provided for the day of the workshop. Mileage to travel and potentially accommodation if you live more than 100 kms from the office, may also be provided.

Lunch will be provided, so please advise the area office of any dietary restrictions.

If you have any questions, please contact us at the Area 08 office: (250) 426-5459 or [email protected].

As a "thank you" for your service to the membership of our Union, you and your spouse, or guest, are cordially invited to attend our 2023 Activist Appreciation Event. We hope you will take this opportunity to enjoy a festive evening with your fellow activists, special guests, and Area Office staff. 

WHEN: Saturday – OCTOBER 14, 2023

5:00 p.m. – Cocktails, Appetizers

6:00 p.m. – Introductions, Speakers

7:00 p.m. – Buffet Dinner

8:30 p.m. - Entertainment

WHERE: Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops

540 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC 

Please note that it is BCGEU policy that where alcohol is served at an event, transportation to and from the event and/or accommodation for out of town guests, will be provided and paid for by the BCGEU - in accordance with BCGEU Financial Policy. Other costs associated with attending this Appreciation Event can be claimed in accordance with the amounts and eligible expenses indicated on the BCGEU's Expense Claim Form. Such expense claims should be forwarded to the Kamloops BCGEU Office for approval and processing for reimbursement.

If you will require a leave of absence from work in order to attend this event, you should obtain verbal approval from your supervisor as soon as possible, while noting that the Union will provide you with the necessary paperwork for a Union-paid leave after the registration deadline. All those requiring accommodation will have rooms reserved for them at the Coast Kamloops Hotel. Please Note: If you are requesting a hotel room, please register by September 14, 2023. If you do not require a hotel room, please register prior to September 29, 2023.

Steward Fundamentals is a two-day foundation-level course for all Stewards or Local Officers within Area 08 who have not previously taken the Basic Steward Training in the past five years. We recommend that stewards and local officers take the one-day STEP UP course before taking Steward Fundamentals.

Steward Fundamentals focusses on the essential skills every steward needs to know. Through discussion and interactive group activities, you will be introduced to the key roles and responsibilities of a steward as advocate, educator, organizer, and communicator. Stewards will leave feeling more confident and effective in their role and skillful in their interaction with members and the employer.

A union-paid leave-of-absence (LOA) and lunch is provided for both days of the workshop. Mileage to travel and potentially accommodation if you live more than 100 kms from the office, may also be provided.

Lunch will be provided, so please advise the area office of any dietary restrictions.

If you have any questions, please contact us at the Area 08 office: (250) 426-5459 or [email protected].

What: Steward Fundamentals Training

When: October 18 & 19, 2023

9:30am – 4:30pm each day

Where: BCGEU Peace River Area Office

10147 100 Ave.

Fort St. John, BC V1J 1Y7

A Steward Fundamentals course has been scheduled for your area. Please take a moment to register for this course.

Steward Fundamentals is our two-day foundation-level course for all Stewards in our Leadership, Education and Activism Program (LEAP). It will introduce you to your key roles and responsibilities as a steward and help you develop the essential skills you will need. Through discussion, interactive group activities and role-plays, you will be introduced to the key roles and responsibilities of a steward as advocate, educator, organizer and communicator. Stewards will leave feeling more confident and effective in their role and skillful in their interactions with members and the employer.

Please register as soon as possible, and before October 4, 2023.

Priority will be given to Stewards who have not received this training, or not in the past 4 years.

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A union-paid leave of absence is provided for this course. (Please include details in your RSVP)

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Reasonable child and/or other dependent care expenses may be reimbursed.

**NOTE: In your RSVP, hotel accommodation is available for October 17 & 18 to members attending from Chetwynd, Tumbler Ridge, Hudson's Hope & Fort Nelson. Lunch will be provided to all attendees. Please indicate in your RSVP if you have any allergies or special dietary requirements.**

For more information or questions, please contact our office at:

BCGEU Peace River Area Office

10147 100 Ave. Fort St. John, BC V1J 1Y7

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 250-785-6185 or 1-800-667-0788 Fax: 250-785-0048 or 1-800-946-0255

We look forward to seeing you!

As a "thank you" for your service to the membership of our Union, you and your spouse, or guest, are cordially invited to attend our 2023 Activist Appreciation Event.

This year, we have decided to do a Halloween theme – everyone is encouraged to dress up. Prizes will be provided for various costumes (best homemade, most creative, etc.) 

We hope you will take this opportunity to enjoy a festive evening with your fellow activists, special guests, and Area Office staff.

WHEN: Saturday – October 21, 2023

5:00 p.m. – Cocktails, appetizers

5:45 p.m. – Introductions, speakers

6:15 p.m. – Buffet dinner

7:30 p.m. – Door prizes

8:00 p.m. – Music and dancing

WHERE: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

5225 Fairmont Resort Rd, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC

Please note that it is BCGEU policy that where alcohol is served at an event, transportation to and from the event and/or accommodation for out-of-town guests, will be provided and paid for by the BCGEU - in accordance with BCGEU Financial Policy. Other costs associated with attending this Appreciation Night can be claimed in accordance with the amounts and eligible expenses indicated on the Union's Expense Claim Form. Such expense claims should be forwarded to the Cranbrook BCGEU Office for approval and processing of reimbursement.

If you will require a leave of absence from work in order to attend this event, you should obtain verbal approval from your supervisor as soon as possible, while noting that the Union will provide you with the necessary paperwork for a Union-paid leave after the registration deadline. All those requiring accommodation will have rooms reserved for them at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Please Note: If you are requesting a hotel room, please register prior to September 21, 2023. If you do not require a hotel room, please register prior to October 6, 2023.

We will not accept any late registrations.

We sincerely hope you will be able to join us on October 21, 2023, and look forward to seeing you then. If you cannot attend, after having registered, please be sure to cancel your RSVP. If you need assistance with this, please contact the Area Office. Also, please let the Area Office know so that catering and other arrangements can be adjusted.

In solidarity

Area 08 Cross-Component Committee 

*Updated Registration Process* - for those who have previously registered, please disregard

Activist Appreciation Banquet

 To: Area 12 – BCGEU Stewards, Bargaining Committees, Local Executives and Occupational Health & Safety Union Appointed Representatives

 In appreciation of your efforts and commitments on behalf of the BCGEU members, the Area 12 Cross Component Committee is hosting an Appreciation Dinner.

Please join us for Dinner, Entertainment, Music and Dancing!

 Saturday, October 21^st, 2023

Crest Hotel – Prince Rupert

222 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC

Cocktails at 5:30 pm (Cash Bar)

Dinner at 6:30 pm

(Doors open at 5:00 pm – Last Call at 11:00 pm)

DD Service will be available. Expense Claim forms will be available at the event.

 Please use the link to register no later than: Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 at 5:00pm

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities. Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers.

After finishing the STEP UP! workshop, you will …

• Know the story of the BCGEU and why unions matter

• Be able to build your sense of identity and solidarity as a worker and a member of the BCGEU

• Learn how to support and champion the union at work

• Understand how power works in the workplace and society

• Know how to use available union tools to build worker power

• Discover opportunities to get more involved in the BCGEU

A union-paid leave-of-absence is provided for this course. Please provide how many hours you work per shift on the registration form. Lunch will be provided, please advise of dietary restrictions and/or allergies.

Please note the number of participants is limited. 

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities.

Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers.

A union-paid leave-of-absence (LOA) and lunch is provided for this course. Please provide us with any dietary restrictions and the total number of paid hours required for your LOA.

Travel and accommodation, if required, are also provided.

Whether you're a brand new BCGEU member or you've been a member for a while, this STEP UP! workshop will introduce you to our union and help you develop your skills and knowledge around your rights as a worker and the role the union plays in supporting workers, their families, and our communities.

Through stories of courage and strength, you will gain the clarity and support you need along with some useful union tools and strategies to get started with the BCGEU. You will leave feeling more informed, confident, and ready to connect with your co-workers.

A union-paid leave-of-absence (LOA) and lunch is provided for this course. Please provide us with any dietary restrictions and the total number of paid hours required for your LOA.

Travel and accommodation, if required, are also provided.