Pension Matters:
Unfortunately, there was not enough interest from our Plan Members to conduct the Pension Seminars scheduled for October, 2009.
The Power Point presentation, which was to be featured at the sessions, is available for viewing or downloading > Click here
The Part-Time pension complaint hearings conducted by the FSCO tribunal are completed. We will post the decision of the Tribunal when it becomes available.
WEG Accountability Campaign:
Local Union Representatives have ongoing meetings with Woodbine Management and CAW National Representatives to be informed of the planned changes to our workplace.
Together with CAW National, our Local is planning a campaign to our Provincial Government to demand accountability from racetrack operators for the $millions in slot revenues they receive.
Accountability for:
· the creation and maintenance of decent full time jobs
· evidence of racetrack industry building
· safe, serviced, responsible gambling facilities
We are launching our first poll:
The first in a series of polls to engage our membership in the issues that affect us all.
Click here CAW Local 2007 - Polling Booth to make your opinion count.
On a sad note: Former long time Seniority List Member Pat Petrie passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2009.
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Notice of Union Meeting and Other Items
A UNION MEETING WILL BE HELD ON:
TUESDAY, Sept. 29th, 2009, 7:45 pm. at the
Comfort Hotel - located across the street from Woodbine Racetrack at the south east corner of Hwy 27 and Rexdale Blvd.
Regular Order of Business: Including discussion of the Voluntary Retirement with Severance Pay Packages. Applications due by noon, October 9, 2009.
Discussion to include:
· Estimation of the number of employees on the Seniority List by year end 2011 and beyond.
· Estimation of the number of hours available to non Seniority List employees by year end 2011and beyond.
· Estimation of the effect of new automated equipment on the future of teletheatre and money room jobs by year end 2011 and beyond.
· Severance and Termination Pay payable to Seniority List employees who do not receive VRSP packages and who do not work enough hours to remain on the Seniority List.
· Revenue Canada rules regarding the transfer of VSRP packages, Severance and/or Termination Pay to RRSP’s.
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Our Brothers and Sisters Need Our Support
As you may be aware, there are two long and difficult strikes by our fellow CAW brothers and sisters that are still in need of support. Our Local has offered some financial assistance but money alone is never enough. The way to help is firstly to be aware and then to participate in any actions or rallies when ever possible. As you know, picket line support, is always welcome and indeed the best sign of solidarity. Please get out there and support these workers.
Click the following links for more info:
Lexus Toyota Dealership Strike Surpasses a Month
Support Striking Zellers Workers in Scarborough
Remember to visit the CAW National Website often to stay informed about these and other campaigns.
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Kim Power Takes Over as Local's National Rep
Kim Power has recently replaced Brian Stevens (now the National Rep for the Rail Sector) as our National Representative.
Please note that this change and a few others in the Local's Reps are listed on the Contact Info page.
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New Collective Agreement Now Available
The Collective Agreement - Jan. 2009 to Dec. 2011 is available on the Documents and Reports page.
TUESDAY, Sept. 29th, 2009, 7:45 pm. at the
Comfort Hotel - located across the street from Woodbine Racetrack at the south east corner of Hwy 27 and Rexdale Blvd.
Regular Order of Business: Including discussion of the Voluntary Retirement with Severance Pay Packages. Applications due by noon, October 9, 2009.
Discussion to include:
· Estimation of the number of employees on the Seniority List by year end 2011 and beyond.
· Estimation of the number of hours available to non Seniority List employees by year end 2011and beyond.
· Estimation of the effect of new automated equipment on the future of teletheatre and money room jobs by year end 2011 and beyond.
· Severance and Termination Pay payable to Seniority List employees who do not receive VRSP packages and who do not work enough hours to remain on the Seniority List.
· Revenue Canada rules regarding the transfer of VSRP packages, Severance and/or Termination Pay to RRSP’s.
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Our Brothers and Sisters Need Our Support
As you may be aware, there are two long and difficult strikes by our fellow CAW brothers and sisters that are still in need of support. Our Local has offered some financial assistance but money alone is never enough. The way to help is firstly to be aware and then to participate in any actions or rallies when ever possible. As you know, picket line support, is always welcome and indeed the best sign of solidarity. Please get out there and support these workers.
Click the following links for more info:
Lexus Toyota Dealership Strike Surpasses a Month
Support Striking Zellers Workers in Scarborough
Remember to visit the CAW National Website often to stay informed about these and other campaigns.
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Kim Power Takes Over as Local's National Rep
Kim Power has recently replaced Brian Stevens (now the National Rep for the Rail Sector) as our National Representative.
Please note that this change and a few others in the Local's Reps are listed on the Contact Info page.
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New Collective Agreement Now Available
The Collective Agreement - Jan. 2009 to Dec. 2011 is available on the Documents and Reports page.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Labour Management Committee Minutes and Pension Complaint Documents
Check the Documents and Reports Page for the following updates:
June 19, 2009 Labour Management Meeting Minutes < Click here
Please note items #3 - 5 which refer to a reducing hours in the Mutuel's Bargaining Unit.
Financial Services Tribunal Hearing for the Part-Time Pension Complaint < Click here
The dates for this matter are now set for November 19, 20, 23, 24, 25 2009 commencing at 9:30 am at the offices of the Financial Services Tribunal 5160 Yonge Street 14th Floor, Toronto.
There will be a Notice of the Hearing advertised in area newspapers.
June 19, 2009 Labour Management Meeting Minutes < Click here
Please note items #3 - 5 which refer to a reducing hours in the Mutuel's Bargaining Unit.
Financial Services Tribunal Hearing for the Part-Time Pension Complaint < Click here
The dates for this matter are now set for November 19, 20, 23, 24, 25 2009 commencing at 9:30 am at the offices of the Financial Services Tribunal 5160 Yonge Street 14th Floor, Toronto.
There will be a Notice of the Hearing advertised in area newspapers.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Robberies at RJ’s On The Main and RJ’s On Chrysler
Many employees have forwarded teletheatre safety recommendations to Union Representatives.
At the June 10 Labour Management Meeting, the Union submitted a number of teletheatre safety recommendations.
In addition, the Union is pursuing the following requests which were sent to Woodbine shortly after the robbery at RJ’s On The Main.
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At the June 10 Labour Management Meeting, the Union submitted a number of teletheatre safety recommendations.
In addition, the Union is pursuing the following requests which were sent to Woodbine shortly after the robbery at RJ’s On The Main.
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Sunday, June 07, 2009
Friday, May 15, 2009
Notice Of Union Meeting
A UNION MEETING WILL BE HELD ON:
TUESDAY, June 2nd, 2009, 7:45 pm. at the
Comfort Hotel - located across the street from Woodbine Racetrack at the south east corner of Hwy 27 and Rexdale Blvd.
Regular Order of Business including:
· Present Annual Financial Statements
· Review new Target Date Pension Fund Option
· Review Voluntary Resignation with Severance Payment Packages, new automated equipment, reduced staffing and more self-serves/ customer service employees
· Review new on line scheduling system
· Labour-Management Committee Agenda
TUESDAY, June 2nd, 2009, 7:45 pm. at the
Comfort Hotel - located across the street from Woodbine Racetrack at the south east corner of Hwy 27 and Rexdale Blvd.
Regular Order of Business including:
· Present Annual Financial Statements
· Review new Target Date Pension Fund Option
· Review Voluntary Resignation with Severance Payment Packages, new automated equipment, reduced staffing and more self-serves/ customer service employees
· Review new on line scheduling system
· Labour-Management Committee Agenda
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Nominations for Stewards, Unit Chairperson, Health & Safety Representatives
The following Representatives have been acclaimed:
MEMBERS WELFARE
Maureen Innes
HEALTH & SAFETY
Angie Laurusaitis - Chief H&S Rep. - Woodbine
Bea Sopha -Greenwood
Brenda Laing - Teletheatres
STEWARDS
Patricia Ashby
Bob Ciprick
Maureen Innes
Dawn Kelly
Angie Laurusaitis
Nancy Mahar
Teri Nodello
Sylvia Surk
UNIT CHAIRPERSON
Sylvia Surk
ALTERNATE UNIT CHAIR
Angie Laurusaitis
Check our Links & Connections page for a complete and UPDATED list of all the Local's representatives, including email addresses.
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Understaffing at Teletheatres
Please notify our Chief Health & Safety Rep, Angie Laurusaitis, - alaurusaitis@cawlocal2007.ca if there have been any customer altercations or safety incidents related to under staffing at teletheatres.
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The 24th Annual 2009 CAW National Slo-Pitch Championship
Click here for more information and entry form
MEMBERS WELFARE
Maureen Innes
HEALTH & SAFETY
Angie Laurusaitis - Chief H&S Rep. - Woodbine
Bea Sopha -Greenwood
Brenda Laing - Teletheatres
STEWARDS
Patricia Ashby
Bob Ciprick
Maureen Innes
Dawn Kelly
Angie Laurusaitis
Nancy Mahar
Teri Nodello
Sylvia Surk
UNIT CHAIRPERSON
Sylvia Surk
ALTERNATE UNIT CHAIR
Angie Laurusaitis
Check our Links & Connections page for a complete and UPDATED list of all the Local's representatives, including email addresses.
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Understaffing at Teletheatres
Please notify our Chief Health & Safety Rep, Angie Laurusaitis, - alaurusaitis@cawlocal2007.ca if there have been any customer altercations or safety incidents related to under staffing at teletheatres.
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The 24th Annual 2009 CAW National Slo-Pitch Championship
Click here for more information and entry form
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Nominations for Stewards, Woodbine Workplace Chair, Health & Safety Representatives
All Steward, Health & Safety and Woodbine Workplace Chair positions are up for renewal for three (3) year terms.
Any Member who wishes to volunteer to fill a position or who would like to nominate someone to fill a position, please contact the union office:
by fax (416-628-7959),
phone (519-856-0295) or
email - bhenderson@cawlocal2007.ca , by April 11th.
All representatives will be trained by the Union.
Local President,
Brian Henderson
Any Member who wishes to volunteer to fill a position or who would like to nominate someone to fill a position, please contact the union office:
by fax (416-628-7959),
phone (519-856-0295) or
email - bhenderson@cawlocal2007.ca , by April 11th.
All representatives will be trained by the Union.
Local President,
Brian Henderson
Friday, February 20, 2009
Family Education Program - Summer '09
Applications for the '09 Family Education Program at Port Elgin should be submitted by March 6th.
Click here for more info and a printable application form.
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FYI - Are you a Trap shooter or interested in Trap shooting ?
Click here for information re: National Trap Shoot to be held at the Galt Sportsman Club May 2nd
Click here for more info and a printable application form.
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FYI - Are you a Trap shooter or interested in Trap shooting ?
Click here for information re: National Trap Shoot to be held at the Galt Sportsman Club May 2nd
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Pension Case and Grievance Report Updates
Our Documents & Reports page has been updated with the February 12, 09 Grievance Report.
Also, please check our Part-time Pension Complaint Files for the latest developments.
( Note: Included in the February 12, 09 Grievance Report are links to an Agreement reached to resolve a Group Grievance re: Stat Holiday Pay for E-List employees and the Arbitrator's Decision on the Group/Policy Grievance re: Head Dealer at Mohawk )
Also, please check our Part-time Pension Complaint Files for the latest developments.
( Note: Included in the February 12, 09 Grievance Report are links to an Agreement reached to resolve a Group Grievance re: Stat Holiday Pay for E-List employees and the Arbitrator's Decision on the Group/Policy Grievance re: Head Dealer at Mohawk )
Monday, February 09, 2009
Ratification Update
The Memorandum of Settlement presented at the Ratification Meeting, Sunday Feb. 8th, was accepted.
Click here for Memorandum of Settlement
Click here for Memorandum of Settlement
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Notice of Ratification Meeting
RATIFICATION MEETING
DATE: Sunday, February 8th, 2009
TIME: 9:00 am
PLACE: Holiday Inn Toronto-Airport East, 600 Dixon Road just west of Martin Grove Rd. ( On the north side of Dixon Road )
Do not pay for parking.
All mutuels bargaining unit employees, including Eligibility List and casual employees, are entitled to vote.
DATE: Sunday, February 8th, 2009
TIME: 9:00 am
PLACE: Holiday Inn Toronto-Airport East, 600 Dixon Road just west of Martin Grove Rd. ( On the north side of Dixon Road )
Do not pay for parking.
All mutuels bargaining unit employees, including Eligibility List and casual employees, are entitled to vote.
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Notice - Negotiations Update
Please be advised that negotiations between Woodbine Entertainment Group and CAW Local
2007 (Mutuels) are continuing.
Although the Strike/Lockout deadline is February 5, 2009 at 12:01am, neither party has provided notice to engage in a labour dispute at that time, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties continue to have an agreement to provide each other with 24 hours notice should
either party decide to engage in a labour dispute.
2007 (Mutuels) are continuing.
Although the Strike/Lockout deadline is February 5, 2009 at 12:01am, neither party has provided notice to engage in a labour dispute at that time, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties continue to have an agreement to provide each other with 24 hours notice should
either party decide to engage in a labour dispute.
Monday, February 02, 2009
Notice - Negotiations Update
Negotiations between Woodbine Entertainment Group and CAW Local 2007 (Mutuels) are continuing.
Each of the Bargaining Committees remain focused at resolving the workplace issues at the bargaining table and as such have agreed to not take any Strike/Lockout action, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties have also agreed to provide each other with 24 hours notice should either party decide to engage in a labour dispute which in any event will be no earlier than Thursday February 5, 2009 at 12:01 a.m.
Each of the Bargaining Committees remain focused at resolving the workplace issues at the bargaining table and as such have agreed to not take any Strike/Lockout action, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties have also agreed to provide each other with 24 hours notice should either party decide to engage in a labour dispute which in any event will be no earlier than Thursday February 5, 2009 at 12:01 a.m.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Notice - Negotiations Update
January 27, 2009
Negotiations between Woodbine Entertainment Group and CAW Local 2007 (Mutuels) are continuing.
Our current focus remains at the bargaining table and the parties have agreed to not take any
Strike/Lockout action, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties have also agreed to provide each other with 24 hours notice should either party decide to engage in a labour dispute which in any event will be no earlier than February 3, 2009 at 5:00 a.m.
Negotiations between Woodbine Entertainment Group and CAW Local 2007 (Mutuels) are continuing.
Our current focus remains at the bargaining table and the parties have agreed to not take any
Strike/Lockout action, notwithstanding being in a legal position to do so.
The parties have also agreed to provide each other with 24 hours notice should either party decide to engage in a labour dispute which in any event will be no earlier than February 3, 2009 at 5:00 a.m.
Monday, January 12, 2009
NOTICE OF UNION MEETING
DATE: SUNDAY, JANUARY 25th, 2009
Located one kilometer south of HWY 401
One block west of Dixie Road
On the south side of Matheson
At the intersection of Matheson and Ambler Dr.
TIME: 7:45 PM
PLACE: 1343 MATHESON BLVD. EAST
In the Union hall at the back of CAW Local 252Located one kilometer south of HWY 401
One block west of Dixie Road
On the south side of Matheson
At the intersection of Matheson and Ambler Dr.
AGENDA:
· Progress Report on Negotiations with WEG
· Strike Mandate
All mutuel bargaining unit employees are welcome and encouraged to attend.
This includes Seniority List, Eligibility List and all casual/part-time
mutuel employees
WEG and CAW Local 252 are in a legal strike/lock-out position as of 12:01
am. Wednesday, January, 28th, 2009