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Last week, Telus once again issued some 545 so-called voluntary severance packages to craft members. This group includes outside plant construction, cable repair, NOC, engineering, network operations, IP Core, and Transport. These packages were accompanied with the threat of forced relocation should Telus not receive the desired reduction in the areas they want.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the RealityCheck Survey! Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we’re excited to begin analyzing the results. The insights you’ve shared will play a crucial role in shaping the future priorities of our Union and ensuring we continue to represent your interests effectively.
The Alberta Federation of Labour is looking forward to welcoming Local 1944 delegates to it's 54th Constitutional Convention. This year’s theme is Pushing the Workers Agenda.

August 21, 2017 - The United Steelworkers is conducting an election for the positions of the International Executive Board.

August 18, 2017 - The USW Local 1944’s NextGen Committee would like to draw attention to the recently announced call out for applicants for Next Up Edmonton and Calgary!

August 15, 2017 - The United Steelworkers (USW), joining with the Steelworkers Humanity Fund, are contributing $100,000 to ongoing relief and recovery efforts for the continuing wildfire crisis in the BC Interior.

July 24, 2017 - The deadline to get your applications in to apply for USW Local 1944 Scholarships has been extended to August 7, 2017.

July 19, 2017 - Yesterday, the union formally requested assistance from the Federal Minister of Labour by filing for conciliation in an effort to reach a renewed collective agreement for our members at Shaw Abbotsford.

July 11, 2017 - In the weeks ahead, members will be receiving important voting information regarding the USW International elections.

July 10, 2017 - There are more than 200 active fires burning across British Columbia. The provincial government has declared a state of emergency throughout the province and many communities are under evacuation notice.

June 30, 2017 - Tomorrow is Canada Day, a time to celebrate the heritage passed down to us.