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Summer 2016
Newsletter for members of United Steelworkers Local 5296
Summer 2019 Inside this issue
Benefits & Support………..........2
USW Election Schools....….…….3
Injured Workers Program........4
Health & Safety Rep….…………..5
Local Union Representative ....6
USW Basketball Tournament..8
USW Policy Conference...........9
Labour Day 2019……...…..…...10
Day of Mourning.……..…….…..11
MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING
Please join us for our monthly Local meetings. Become informed and active in your union.
Meetings are the third (3rd) Tuesday of every Month (excluding July)
11:00 am – USW Local 5296 Office 25 Cecil Street, Toronto
5:30 pm – USW Local 5296 Office 1158 Aerowood Drive, Mississauga
EVERYONE WELCOME
Please call or email a few days before to ensure there are no changes to the meeting date or time.
News from the President
I am happy to announce that our collective bargaining
agreements for GardaWorld, Paladin, and Securitas have been
printed and are included with your newsletter. Please take
your time in reviewing it as it is important to be familiar with
your rights and responsibilities regarding your employment.
Please note the minimum basic wage in our collective
agreement is $14.17 right now, and as of July 1st 2019, will go
to $14.26.
Labour Day is coming, so please save the date, and come out to our events in
Toronto or Mississauga for family friendly fun.
In preparation for the Federal election in October, the District is putting on
election schools. We encourage all those interested in working on an NDP election
campaign to sign up and get hands on experience in this dynamic course.
We encourage members to come out and participate in our union at a
variety of events to grow solidarity. Please take a look inside for upcoming events,
courses, and leadership opportunities.
Our members have taken part in a number of events in our community, and
we would like you to join us. We participated in the Day of Mourning in honour of
workers with workplace illnesses or who have died on the job. We also organized a
basketball event for members to meet, and network while having fun and keeping
fit.
As always, if you have any issues, or need assistance, do not hesitate to
contact me or your Local Union representative.
Julia Rodriguez President USW Local 5296
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Steelworkers Pension
All pension inquiries are addressed by Gloria Zoratti at BPA extension #1376. Please go to
http://members.steelworkerspensionplan.ca to review your pension plan contributions
and statements.
All health benefit claims are processed through Claimsecure. Members can now submit claims
electronically. Please register at www.claimsecure.com using the ID and certificate number on
your USW prescription card. For all inquiries, please contact Claimsecure at 1-888-513-446.
Health Benefit Claims
Short-term Disability & Life Insurance Inquiries regarding life insurance, accident death & dismemberment, short term
disability or critical illness, go to the Benefit Plan Administrators (905) 275-6466. Failure to update your contact information with the BPA may result in denial of benefit
claims. To track your benefits go to http://member.steelworkersbenefitplan.com.
New Dental Office Locations Available For Members
United Steelworkers Local 5296 and the BPA Board of Trustees are proud to introduce a pilot
project that will offer new dental centre locations. The Board of Trustees have made this
improvement to provide you with more accessible dental office locations. There will be no changes
to your current dental coverage. Members are still able to visit the Steelworkers Dental centres, but
can now visit the following offices at your convenience:
1. West Ajax Dental - 73 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (905) 683-3700
2. Dr. Meera Gopalakrishnan - 385 Silverstar Blvd. Scarborough (416) 491-4533
3. Markham Health + Plex Dental Centre - 5995 - 14th Avenue, Markham (289) 859-9901
Please call W.A. Health Maintenance at (905) 281-9948 to request an appointment at these offices.
News & Events
Text the name of your
employer in the subject
field to 32323 to get
updates from Local 5296.
Keep updated on a
variety of events and
information. Text the
name of your employer
to 32323 to subscribe.
Text “STOP” to
unsubscribe.
Your Contact Info
Please update your contact
information if you have
moved or to request
electronic copies of the
newsletter. Ensure your full
name, your mailing
address, and the company
you work for is included
when contacting us.
Steelworker’s Injured Workers Program
In case of a work related injury, here are some suggested actions that if followed will result in a better outcome for the injured worker. • Report every injury immediately to your supervisor. Make note of any witnesses. • Ensure that a report or notation is made by you about a first aid you receive, noting
the time of day, the date, the work location where the injury occurred and the • nature of the injury. • Seek immediate medical attention from your own doctor, a hospital or clinic for all
injuries that are not minor injuries. Your employer must pay for your transportation to your Doctor, or hospital or clinic within a reasonable distance of your employer.
• Ensure that your employer files a Form 7 within three days of your injury occurring. • Ensure you call the WSIB at (416) 344-1000 or 1-(800) 387-0750, for claim status or
to provide information. • Request a Form 6 (from WSIB-can also complete it online) a Form 8 (to be filled by
your doctor/hospital) and form 7 from your employer. • Have your doctor file a Functional Abilities Form (FAF) for an Early and Safe Return
to Work whenever your employer requests a copy. • Call the Injured Workers Program at (905) 629-4991 Ext. 228 if you require assistance with any aspect of your claim.
James Anampiu, USW Peel Halton Injured Workers Program
Summer Safety Tips
Summer is one of the most exciting seasons for Canadians. We can get active with family, friends and in the community. It is also a season to be cautious of heat related illnesses. As you work around the clock and under different conditions, it is critical that you use good judgement to protect yourself and the people around you. The following tips are some of the guidelines that can be utilized to ensure safety while fulfilling one’s work duties. • Pay attention to heat exhaustion such as nausea, dizziness, headache, blurred
vision and unusual skin disorientation
• Watch for signs of heat stroke such as chills, restlessness, convulsions, rapid
breathing, red or dry skin and fainting
• Stay cool in the heat through drinking plenty of water, avoiding direct sunlight
and reducing caffeine consumption
• Avoid sitting inside a parked vehicle under direct sunlight for long period of time;
Keep the windows down whenever required even if that is a brief stay
• Wear appropriate attire such as sunglasses to protects eyes from fatigue and hats
to prevent direct exposure to sunlight
• Adapt to a suitable diet to manage extreme heat conditions such as fruit, low
carbohydrate foods and less spice consumption between 11 am to 3 pm
• Have open dialogue with your supervisor or manager on summer safety
measures in relation to your site and any expectations of you while on duty
Local 5296 Contacts
President:
Julia Rodriguez
Vice President:
Jana Papuckoski
Financial Secretary
Parvinder Kaur
Recording Secretary:
Kim Milliard
Toronto Office
Tel (416) 593-7587
Mississauga Office
Tel (905) 629-3892
Fax (905) 629-2610
Website:
USWLocal5296.ca
Walk-ins are welcome,
however, we frequently
attend meetings for our
members. Please make an
appointment to ensure
someone will be available
to meet you.
Benefit Plan
(905) 275-6466
Claim Secure
1-888-513-446
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HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE POSITIONS
As per the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the United Steelworkers Local 5296 is
working to establish a Multi-Workplace Joint Health and Safety Committee with each of
our employers. Each workplace with twenty (20) or more employees is required to estab-
lish a Joint Health and Safety Committee.
Being a Health & Safety representative is an opportunity to develop leadership skills,
grow one’s activism, and be able to take part in learning opportunities.
Committee members will be required to do the following:
• Identify actual and potential hazards in the workplace; • Obtain information from the employer relating to health and safety in the workplace; • Inspect the workplace on a regular basis; • Participate in any health and safety-related testing in the workplace; • Recommend health and safety improvements in the workplace.
Designated Health and Safety Worker Representatives will be provided the necessary training to adequately perform the tasks delegated to them.
All time spent by Committee members in connection with attending Committee meetings or performing duties prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act will be consid-ered as time at work. Committee members will be paid at the appropriate rate of pay; not less than four (4) hours call-in pay, plus one (1) hour preparation time. All Health and Safety Worker Representatives will be chosen by the Union. Any person(s)
with prior health and safety experience are encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in participating the Health and Safety Committee at your site, please
contact your Local Union Representative or email your interest to:
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JOB POSTING
Position: Local Union Representative
Location: GTA
Duration: (6) month contract, may be extended
The United Steelworkers is the largest private sector union in North America with more
than 225,000 members in Canada and more than 800,000 members continent-wide. The USW
is Canada's most diverse union, representing men and women working in every sector of the
economy. Our members work in nearly every industry in all regions of the country, including
approximately 8,000 security guards in the GTA. The USW stands for unity and strength for
workers.
Objective: To identify, recruit, develop and train a union member from the security sector to
assist with the business of the Local Union.
Job Description:
Attend meetings, as required
Assist in the handling of complaints and grievances
Conduct an appeal step in the grievance procedure to assist the Staff
Representative and other representatives of the International Union in
handling of grievances
Assist in the preparation of arbitration cases
Assist in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements
Engage in organizing activity
Perform such other duties or special projects as the District Director or
Local Union may assign
Requirements:
Must be employed with a USW represented Employer
Must be a member in good standing of USW Local 5296. This will be a full time
union release position (Leave of Absence) from your current Employer.
Valid driver’s license, access to a car and can travel as needed
Commitment to justice for working people
Willingness to learn
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JOB POSTING
Qualifications:
Excellent communication skills
Organizational and administrative skills
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email and internet research
Able to work independently in a competent and professional manner
Ability to establish and cultivate respectful relationships with people from diverse
backgrounds/cultures
Willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends
Experience:
Experience preferred, but will train suitable candidate
Salary and Compensation:
Successful candidates will be compensated for lost time, expenses and travel, as per
USW Local 5296 Bylaws
To apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
Deadline for applications: Until filled by qualified candidate
**No phone calls please!
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only people selected for interview will
be contacted. USW is an equal opportunity employer.
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USW Local 5296 vs. 7536 Basketball Tournament
As announced in the
Spring 2019 newsletter,
the Steelworker
Basketball tournament
between Local’s 5296 and
7536 was successfully
held on Saturday, March
23 at Lincoln M. Alexander
Secondary School in
Mississauga.
Members of Local’s 5296
and 7536 participated to
make the day exciting for
everyone. Some members
were able to bring family
members and children to
the basketball court to
enjoy the game. In
between rounds, family
members participated in
individual shooting
competition to win prizes
such as USW t-shirts, bags
and other accessories.
The game was close, but
Local 5296 was victorious
with a 86 to 66 win.
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United Steelworkers Policy Conference 2019
Delegates from Steelworkers
Local 5296 attended the 54th
National Policy Conference,
held in Vancouver April 2-5th.
Approximately 650 delegates
from across Canada and the
United States attended the
conference, which had a focus
on NexGen, workers under 35
years of age.
Over 50 resolutions were
passed to ensure the future
direction of United
Steelworkers union in
preserving humanity and justice
in the global environment.
Several strategies were
reviewed to build solidarity and
strengthen our union in order
to protect jobs and fair
employment practices across
the country. The importance of
educating our members, on
labour's history and
contemporary labour issues is
vital to the success of our
labour movement.
We had the pleasure of
meeting and hearing from
Federal NDP leader Jagmeet
Singh on the importance of the
Steelworker’s and the NDP in
working together to affect real
change for everyday people
and families.
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Join Us: Labour Day Monday September 2nd
Peel-Halton Steelworker Hall—1158 Aerowood Drive
Join us for our annual Labour Day
BBQ. There will be free activities for
the kids, draws, prizes, and giveaways.
Doors open at 10am. Please be early,
free parking at the back of the hall fills
quickly and door prizes are first come
first served. We are located at 1158
Aerowood Drive, Mississauga (Dixie /
Hwy 401). RSVP at (905) 629-3892 or
email: [email protected].
Toronto United Steelworkers Hall—25 Cecil Street Steelworkers Toronto Area Council will be hosting it’s Labour Day march to the CNE
and BBQ. Free giveaways will be distributed to members between 7:30—8:30 am.
The march to the CNE starts at 9am, and shuttle buses will take people back to the
Steelworker building for the BBQ.
Free parking located at the back of the building fills quickly, or we are accessible by
TTC. Please be prepared for the march with walking shoes, a hat, water.
Wristbands to gain entry to the CNE are distributed at the entrance to the CNE.
We are located at 25 Cecil Street (College / Spadina Avenue).
RSVP at (416) 593-7587 or email: [email protected].
Day of Mourning April 28th 2019
Every year on April 28h, we remember those that have died on the job, or who are
ill due to workplace diseases or injuries. United Steelworkers 5296 recommits
itself to fighting for safe workplaces for our members and everyone. We all
deserve to go home each day in good health.
Day of Mourning
ceremony Sunday
April 28th at
Brampton’s
Milestone of
Labour Monument.
NDP leader
Jagmeet Singh and
Brampton mayor
Patrick Brown were
in attendance.
Toronto city councillor Kristen
Wong-Tam speaking at the
Day of Mourning ceremony at
Larry Sefton Park. Solidarity
against precarity was a
theme for the day.
USW Local 5296
Toronto Office:
25 Cecil Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1N1
Phone: (416) 593-7587
Mississauga Office:
1158 Aerowood Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 1Y5
Phone: (905)-629-3892
E-mail: [email protected]
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