Steward Fundamentals is a two-day foundation-level course for new Area 03 Stewards or Area 03 Stewards who have not taken the course within the past six years. It focuses 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, effective in their role, and skillful in their interactions with members and the employer. 

This course is for Area 03 elected Stewards, and Local Officers who have not previously taken the Steward Fundamentals Training.

A union-paid leave-of-absence (LOA) is provided for this course. If you require a LOA, please provide how many hours you are scheduled to work per shift on the registration form. Lunch will be provided, please advise of dietary restrictions and/or allergies.

The next executive meeting will be held in hybrid format - both online and in-person - at the BCGEU Area Office, located at 1064 Borden Avenue, Kelowna BC. 

The meeting will occur on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 6:00 - 7:30pm and will be open to all Local 607 Local executives.

Please RSVP and indicate if you are planning to attend in person or virtually in the additional information field, as well as any allergies if you are attending in person (food will be provided).

Venue: Fraser Valley Area Office

8555 – 198A Street, Langley

Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026

Time: 7:00pm

The Area 04 Cross Component Committee is very pleased to present a Learn to Paint Night!

The event will be held at the Fraser Valley Area Office on Saturday January 31^st, 2026, starting at 7:00pm. This is a one-of-a-kind painting party experience! No matter your skill level, you will be guided through each step, ensuring that you feel like a true artist. Light refreshments will be provided.

Due to size constraints, the event is open to BCGEU members only, no guests, and will require a $20.00 refundable deposit after you register.

Hello 403 Members,

The Local 403 General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. This meeting will be hybrid and members of the Local can join the meeting online through Zoom link or attend in-person at the BCGEU's Lower Mainland Area Office. The office address is 130-2920 Virtual Way, Vancouver.

Please RSVP by Monday, February 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM if you will be attending.

Zoom meeting link will be provided by email after registration period. For those attending in-person, the parking instructions will be provided via confirmation email upon registration.

*Food will be provided to those who RSVP to attend the meeting in-person.

In Solidarity,

Mahen Ramdharry, Local 403 Chairperson and Component 4 Vice President

Jennifer Arnold, Staff Representative