B.C.'S UNION SINCE 1919
B.C.'S UNION SINCE 1919
Every year the BCGEU sponsors a number of events throughout the province every year. These events are family friendly and we encourage all our members to attend an event in their area.
Below you will find information about the event next month in Prince George that your union is sponsoring. Come out and enjoy the festivities and stop by the BCGEU table and say hello to your fellow members.
Prince George:
Date: July 6, 2019
Location: Prince George Civic Centre
More info: Click here
Every year the BCGEU sponsors a number of events throughout the province every year. These events are family friendly and we encourage all our members to attend an event in their area.
Below you will find information about the event next month in Victoria that your union is sponsoring. Come out and enjoy the festivities and stop by the BCGEU table and say hello to your fellow members.
Victoria:
Date: July 7, 2019
Location: Parade begins at Pandora and Government to James Bay.
More info: click here
COMPONENT: Administrative Services
LOCAL: 1211
DATE: Wednesday, July 10th, 2019
TIME: 5:00 pm
PLACE: Diane L. Wood Union Centre
Prince George Area Office of the BCGEU
500 Quebec Street, Prince George BC V2L 0C6
AGENDA
This is your chance to meet Maria Middlemiss, the Component 12 Chair and Provincial Executive Member.
Q&A with Maria
New Collective Agreement, Classification reviews, any important changes
Where your local is going. What would you as members want to see?
Opportunities to become involved.
Roundtable if time
Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to Dawn at 1211@bcgeu.ca.
However, if you don't rsvp, that is okay, you are still welcome to attend.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, conference call information is: 1 866-562-0090 when prompted enter conference id number 925794.
Thank you,
Dawn Dreher & Lori Macnair
Local 1211 Chair Staff Representative
Area 04 Cross Component is hosting a BBQ Carnival for BCGEU members and their families to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of BCGEU. This year we are hosting a bigger than ever carnival with more fun and games - a bouncy castle, the Big Kahuna, Korki the Clown and more just to name a few.
Please pre-register by clicking on the link. Registration will close on July 10, 2019 so get your registration in early so you don't miss out on the fun.
Every year the BCGEU sponsors a number of events throughout the province every year. These events are family friendly and we encourage all our members to attend an event in their area.
Below you will find information about the event in August in Vancouver that your union is sponsoring. Come out and enjoy the festivities and stop by the BCGEU table and say hello to your fellow members.
Vancouver:
Date: August 4, 2019
Location: Parade route begins on Robson and continues along Denman to Sunset Beach
More info: click here
Every year the BCGEU sponsors a number of events throughout the province every year. These events are family friendly and we encourage all our members to attend an event in their area.
Below you will find information about the event in August in Kamloops that your union is sponsoring. Come out and enjoy the festivities and stop by the BCGEU table and say hello to your fellow members.
Kamloops:
Date: August 25, 2019
Location: Riverside Park
More info: Click here
Every year the BCGEU sponsors a number of events throughout the province every year. These events are family friendly and we encourage all our members to attend an event in their area.
Below you will find information about the event in Nelson that your union is sponsoring. Come out and enjoy the festivities and stop by the BCGEU table and say hello to your fellow members.
Nelson:
Date: September 1, 2019
Location: Baker Street
Click here for map
More info: Click here
Area 11 - Activist Appreciation Banquet YOU'RE INVITED!!! In appreciation of your efforts and commitments on behalf of the BCGEU members, the Area 11 Cross Component Committee is hosting an Appreciation Dinner.
The honour of your presence is requested. You and a guest are invited to attend!
Please join us for dinner and entertainment!
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Ramada Inn (Cranbrook Room)
444 George Street
Prince George, BC V2L 1R6
Cocktails at 6:00 pm
Dinner at 7:00 pm
Licensed bar will be open but is not included with dinner!
Cabs to and from the event can be expensed to the Union with receipts.
Expense Claim forms will be available at the event.
Out of town Members: If you require accommodations, the office will need to be notified by Wednesday, August 7, 2019. Otherwise, we will not be able to guarantee accommodations for this event. Accommodations will be booked if available after this date.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 30, 2019 ACCOMMODATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, August 7, 2019
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 2019 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 – September 21, 2019
5:00 p.m. – Cocktails, Appetizers
6:00 p.m. – Introductions, Speakers
7:00 p.m. – Buffet Dinner
8:30 p.m. - Entertainment
WHERE: Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
1250 Rogers Way, 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 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 Kamloops 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 Coast Kamloops Hotel. Please Note: If you are requesting a hotel room, please register prior to August 16, 2019. If you do not require a hotel room, please register prior to September 5, 2019.
We will not accept any late registrations.
We sincerely hope you will be able to join us on September 21, 2019 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 05 Cross-Component Committee
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The Area 05 Cross-Component Committee would once again like to present its:
Spirit of Commitment Award
A deserving activist will receive this award at the annual Activist Appreciation Event being held on September 21, 2019. The award is intended to recognize a member in our area for demonstrating a spirit of excellence, dedication, and sacrifice in providing service to the membership and Union as a whole - the spirit and desire to make a difference.
Nominee criteria includes the following:
The nominee must be a current "active" BCGEU member.
The nominee must have been a Steward, Local Officer, Bargaining Committee Member or Union-appointed Occupational Health & Safety Representative for a minimum of one year.
Nominators must be current members of the BCGEU or staff and must return a fully-completed Spirit of Commitment Nomination Form to the Kamloops BCGEU Office by noon on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.
Download PDF of notice and award nomination form