Articles

Creation of the Grievance Committee

Announcement from the Administrator for August 9, 2019 August 9, 2019 - I am pleased to announce that we have established a Grievance Committee for Local 1944. The creation of this new Committee is a key component of our overall Strategic Plan that was developed by President Isabelle Miller with the assistance of District 3 Director, Steve Hunt and myself.

Join in 2019 Pride events

 July 30, 2019 - Pride events are taking place until September. Our Local recognizes and supports the struggles of our LGBTQ members. All individuals should be treated as being equally deserving of respect, dignity and freedom. We must continue to change mentalities and build safe work environments for all of our members. Pride events are the opportunity to support human rights for all.

Scholarships 2019

July 15, 2019 - There are only a few days left to submit your applications to Local 1944 scholarships.

Launch of our new web site

October 26, 2018 - In an effort to improve interaction with our members, we are excited to announce that a new USW Local 1944 web site has been launched.

2018 referendum on electoral reform in BC

October 22, 2018 - With the upcoming 2018 province-wide referendum, British Columbians have a chance to make their voices heard regarding electoral reform.

Reminder: 2018 Municipal Elections in BC will take place tomorrow, October 20th

October 19, 2018 - USW Local 1944 encourages our members in British Columbia to make their vote count tomorrow, October 20, for the 2018 Municipal Elections.

Reminder: October 22 is the 2018 municipal and school board election in Ontario

October 19, 2018 - USW Local 1944 encourages our members in Ontario to make their vote count on Monday, October 22, 2018, for the 2018 municipal and school board elections.

Ontario Votes – Municipal and school board elections

October 16, 2018 - The 2018 Ontario municipal and school board elections will be held on Monday, October 22, 2018.

2018 Municipal Elections in BC

October 5, 2018 - The 2018 Municipal Elections in British Columbia are now underway.

National Day to commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

October 3, 2018 - October 4 is the National Day to commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (hereafter MMIWG).

Pre-planned power outage to affect Local 1944 operations on October 4th

October 3, 2018 - BC Hydro has notified us that they will be performing emergency work around our Burnaby Head Office on Thursday, October 4th.