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TheTechUnion.ca has Launched!

It’s time for non-unionized workers throughout Canada to find their power and voice by joining our Union!

Introducing our Membership 101 Course

We are very excited to announce our brand-new Membership 101 course. This course is meant for new hires or anyone who wants to know more about their Union.

Business Solutions VSP's

Once again Telus has announced another round of VSP's, offering them to about 400 members nationally within the Telus Business Solutions and the Small-Medium Business 100 team—which handles accounts with fewer than 100 lines. As well, VSP's have been offered to approximately 80 members of SAMT and 80 members of SQET-5044, two of Telus’ Unions in Quebec.

Honour and Remember on Remembrance Day

November 10, 2017 - November 11, 1918 marked the end of the first World War by the signing of the armistice between the Allies and Germany.

Every year, on November 11th, we honour and remember the incredible courage and sacrifice of the Canadian sisters and brothers who went to war to protect our democracy, safety and freedom. They were ordinary Canadians who made extraordinary sacrifices.

Stay informed with the Transmitter, Fall 2017 release

November 9, 2017 - Keep up-to-date on the latest happenings! The Fall 2017 edition of the Transmitter is now available online: http://www.usw1944.ca/pdf/Transmitter-Fall-2017.pdf

The Transmitter provides information concerning our Local, as well as the federal and global labour current affairs that may impact our members and our communities. Get inspired by our actions and achievements, and get involved to help our union stay strong!

Shaw’s 54 layoffs are not forgotten

November 8, 2017 - Today, November 8th, is the one year anniversary of the Shaw reorganization that resulted in 54 of our members being laid off.

Pension Increase for TWPP Retirees

November 7, 2017 - The Board of Trustees of the Telecommunications Workers Pension Plan (TWPP) approved a 3.50% pension increase for all members who retired prior to January 1, 2010.

Bylaw Ratification Vote is November 21st

October 31, 2017 - The USW Local 1944 Bylaw Ratification vote for 2017 will be occurring on November 21st by electronic ballot, between the hours of 5:00 am and 5:00 pm (Pacific Time).

Hang Up On Abuse Campaign Garners Results

October 27, 2017 - Telus Communications announced to its call centre employees that it is taking the issue of call centre abuse seriously.

USW International Executive Board Acclamations

October 26, 2017 - The Tellers for the 2017 USW International Executive Board vote have announced that the following positions have been acclaimed

Deadline for Resolutions to the 2018 Local Annual Delegated Meeting

October 26, 2017 - This is a reminder to all members that the deadline for resolutions to the Local Annual Delegated Meeting is approaching earlier than usual this year.