International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Representing Airline Workers in British Columbia & the Yukon.
- Next General Meeting is on Oct 09, 2024
Time: 5 PM
Where: 7980 River Road Richmond - MTU Negots Update – Nov 22, 2024
Thank you for your participation at the information sessions today. If you were not able to attend, we will share the frequently asked questions and details from the information session next week. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
Please be advised on November 21, 2024, the IAM filed an Application for a Mediator with the BC Labour Relations Board, pursuant to Section 74 of the Labour Relations Code and filed a Notice of Dispute and Request for Conciliation Assistance under the Canada Labour Code, Part 1, Section 71. We were advised by legal counsel to file under both the Provincial and Federal legislation due to the ongoing judicial review proceeding before the Federal Courts concerning the jurisdiction of MTU. Read Bulletin here… - GENERAL MEETING NOTICE for December 11, 2024
-BYLAW Amendments (Second Reading and Vote):
-Seventh Annual Local Lodge 764 ‘Turkey Draw’.**PLEASE BRING A DONATION FOR THE FOOD BANK** Read Bulletin here…
- Snag Sheet Nov 2024
The Nov issue of the Snag Sheet is now online at: https://www.iam764.ca/snag-sheets/
- AMFA Works for El Salvador – District 140
What AMFA will do for you! Read pdf’s below
- MTU LOCAL LODGE 764 NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE – Nov 09, 2024
Following our communication on Friday, November 8, 2024, many members took the time to write to the Bargaining Committee to voice their frustration and concern regarding the lack of progress in our negotiations with MTU and expressed their desire to take a strike vote.
If you have not already done so, please provide your personal (non-work related) email directly to ChristyS@iam764.ca including your legal first and last name, cell #, city, and postal code. This information will be utilized for any strike or contract vote. Read Bulletin here… - MTU – LOCAL LODGE 764 NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE nov 8th, 2024
The parties met in direct negotiations on October 28, 2024 – November 8, 2024. Discussions continued on non-monetary proposals, including Article 7 Qualifications, Article 9 Filling of Vacancies, and Article 17 Grievance Procedure. Your Committee advanced proposals on subcontracting, technological change, and electronic surveillance. Read Bulletin here…
- Meet The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer! Video
The latest video launching from the IAM celebrating the dedicated professionals who form the backbone of our aviation industry, starting with the AMEs (Aircraft Maintenance Engineers). See Video here…
- AIR CANADA TMOS NEGOTIATIONS – 2025 LOCAL 764 COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES
As per the bulletin from District 140 on the bylaw change to the negotiations process, Local 764 will be accepting nominations for the following advisory committee’s,
• 1 – Full Time Station Attendant
• 1 – Part Time Station Attendant
• 1 – CSA (Customer Service Agent)
• 1 – CSCA (Cabin Service Cleaning Attendant)
• 1 – Trainer (Trainer 1 or Trainer 2)
• 1 – GSE (Ground Servicing Equipment)
• 1 – AME (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer)
• 1 – Logistics and Supply (Stores)
• 1 – TECH (Other non AME Tech-Opps classifications)
Candidates must hold the classification to run for the advisory committee position. Nominations will close November 21st, 2024, candidates must be in good standing as per Local 764 bylaws and the constitution to eligible for one (1) of the above positions. Read Bulletin here… - GVP and District 140 By-Laws Communication
The following links contain information on the communication
GVP Chartrand By-Laws Letter EN3.pdf
- Celebration of Life for Dave Moir
A Celebration of Dave Moir’s life
will be at the Milltown Pub in Marpole on:
Wednesday, November 20th
between 2:15 and 5:00 pm.
Read here… - The Country Doesn’t Move Without Us – Video
The Country Doesn’t Move Without Us! a video from Transportation District 140
Watch here… - MTU NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE – Nov 1, 2024
The parties resumed direct negotiations on October 28, 2024, and are scheduled to meet through to November 8, 2024. Discussions continued on non-monetary proposals, including Article 9, where the Committee is addressing the memberships concerns around filling of vacancies in a fair and transparent process. Other topics include the grievance procedure, and Article 7 qualifications. Read Bulletin here…
- General Meeting Notice – November 13, 2024
Agenda Items
– Elections for Local 764 Auditor
– BYLAW Amendment (Second Reading and Vote):
Proposed By-law amendment: Article VIII – Fees, Allowance and Expenses – Section 1 – Dues and Fees – sub-section (c) – page 17 to read as follows…
Current By-law: (c) Effective January 1, 2005 the Local Lodge will pay the unemployment dues of those members who qualify under Official Grand Lodge Circular 826.
Amend to read : (c) Effective January 1, 2024 the Local Lodge will pay the unemployment dues of those members who qualify under Official Grand Lodge Circular 889.
Intent : Update sub-section (c) to reflect new rules for unemployment dues as specified in Official Grand Lodge Circular 898
– Bylaws First Readings (2) (no discussion no vote) Read Bulletin here… - MTU LOCAL LODGE 764 NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE
The parties will resume direct negotiations on October 28, 2024, through November 8, 2024, where we expect to continue discussions on non-monetary proposals, and exchange monetary proposals. We are sensitive to the concerns shared by members regarding delays in the bargaining process and will continue to monitor the situation closely providing you with more frequent updates during this two (2) week period.
Your Committee worked independently on October 17, 2024, reviewing non-monetary proposals and preparing our responses.
Read Bulletin here… - Snag Sheet – Oct 2024
The Oct 2024 issue of the Snag Sheet is now online at: https://www.iam764.ca/snag-sheets/
- LODGE 764 LUNCH WITH SANTA CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2024
LADNER COMMUNITY CENTRE – 4734 51ST STREET, DELTA, BC
TIME: 11:00 – 14:30
REGISTRATION DEADLINE – NOVEMBER 20, 2024, NO EXCEPTIONS
REGISTRATION WILL BE DONE BE BY E-MAIL ONLY
Read Bulletin here… - ALL LOCAL 764 MEMBERS 2025 – IAM SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM
Every year your Union, the IAM, sponsors a Scholarship award program that is available to all IAM members and eligible dependent children. Sixteen (16) scholarships are awarded each year and four children of Lodge 764 members have been the successful recipients of IAM Scholarships over the last ten years.
Scholarships to members are in the amount of $2,000 per year for a specific period of one to four years to enable the member to earn a Bachelor’s degree or a two-year vocational / technical certification. Read Bulletin here…
https://scholarship.goiam.org/ - Video Message to District 140 members from David Chartrand, GVP, IAM Canada
As you are aware, Transportation District 140 has been placed under supervision by the IAM. We communicated this to the membership last week, and the response has been very positive.
I encourage you to watch the brief message addressed to District 140 members, where I further explain the reasons behind these necessary changes. The membership has made it clear—they want us to stand united as a strong, cohesive team, and we are fully committed to making that a reality.
Watch Video here…In solidarity,David Chartrand
General Vice-President, IAM Canada - William W. Winpisinger Education & Technology Center – Virtual Training Sessions
This call is to announce a new on-line education opportunity for IAM members through the IAM’s William W. Winpisinger Education & Technology Center. The Winpisinger Center is offering Virtual Training Sessions on a variety of topics of interest to IAM members. These sessions are open to all IAM members in good standing.
Each Virtual Training Session lasts 1-2 hours and is repeated three times during the week it is held to accommodate the varying schedules of our membership. Additional trainings will be added, but those currently scheduled for 2024-2025 include: Read Bulletin here…
PS. I will create a permanent link on the right-hand side of page under the hoodie order link (Larger Devices) and at bottom of the homepage for Cell phones called: W3 VIRTUAL TRAINING - Yvr Cabin Shifts
For link to cabin shifts go here: https://www.iam764.ca/cabin-shifts/
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