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It has come to our attention that the Company has been disregarding the provisions outlined in the Canada Labour Code concerning requests for documentation and substantiation for FR (Personal Leave) requests. It is imperative that we address this issue promptly as it directly impacts the rights and privileges of our members.  Read Bulletin here…

The Committee of General Chairpersons wanted to update you on our ongoing challenge to the
company’s Drug and Alcohol Policy, particularly regarding its stance on cannabis use.

Currently, your Union is actively challenging the Policy through the grievance procedure. We are
steadfast in our commitment to advocating for your rights and ensuring fair treatment in the
workplace. We understand the importance of this issue and are diligently working to address it on
your behalf.  Read Bulletin here…

SUBJECT – New proposals and amendments to the Bylaws.
OBJECTIVE – To accelerate the submission of proposals or amendments to existing District 140 Bylaws.
GENERAL INFORMATION – The Bylaws Committee will be appointed by the President & Directing General Chairman. Selection will be made from among the delegates attending the District 140 Convention. This Committee will meet several days before the convention to review new proposals and amendments that may be submitted to the convention. Read Bulletin here…

We wanted to bring your attention to the Company’s recent demands for supporting documentation when submitting requests for FR days (Personal Leave, as per the Canada Labour Code). The Company has been making demands for specific documentation to support our members requests for an FR day. Some of these requests go as far as asking for “time stamped messages” from caregivers. These demands are not in line with the Canada Labour Code and are causing undue hardship on our membership. It is our members right to decide what documents they are able to provide, if any. Read Bulletin here…

Please be advised that the 24th Annual IAMAW Transportation District 140 Convention will be held at the following location.
THE HILTON WINNIPEG AIRPORT SUITES
1800 Wellington Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3H 1B2
1-800-HILTONS
The convention dates are Tuesday, October 22, 2024, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Read Bulletin here…

Vacancy for one (1) additional Member (who is currently sitting on a Local Workplace Health and Safety Committee as a member of IAMAW Ramp, Cabins, Baggage, or GSE) to sit as a member on the National Policy Committee.
All interested brothers and sisters are invited to submit a letter of interest to Sally Crowther at the following email address: sally.crowther@aircanada.ca Read Bulletin here…

On Dec 29, 2023, the Arbitrator reached a decision and issued his award. To help you understand the various decisions made during this process, we have prepared a fact sheet outlining the key aspects of the Arbitrator’s rulings. Read Bulletin here…

Air Canada – Summary Package Final – 2022 – 2026 Collective Agreement Changes are located here:  https://www.iam764.ca/agreements-bylaws/

The purpose of this package is to provide the membership with a document to capture all of the changes made to the Collective Agreement during the 2022 – 2026 opener as prescribed in article 6 of Appendix XXXXIV.

Please be advised that Transportation District 140 will hold its 24th Annual Convention in October 2024. (Actual dates to be determined).
The convention will take place at a venue situated in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. (Actual venue place to be determined).
The purpose of this Bulletin is to remind the Local Lodges of the dates for nomination and election of Delegates, as set out in DL140 Bylaws. Read Bulletin here..

As a result of the General Chairperson Elections held on November 21, 2023, the member listed below has been elected to a four (4) year term as the Service General Chairperson – Western Region, BC & Yukon commencing on January 1, 2024  Read Bulletin here… Tania Canniff – 69% of the vote. (elected) Rick Singh – 31% of the vote.

As a result of the General Chairperson Elections held on November 21, 2023, the member listed below has been elected to a four (4) year term as the At-Large General Chairpersons – Western Region, BC & Yukon commencing on January 1, 2024  Read Bulletin here… Todd Haverstock – 66% of the vote. (elected) Erick Friedman – 23% of the vote. …

As a result of the General Chairperson Elections held on November 21, 2023, the member listed below has been elected to a four (4) year term as the AC General Chairpersons – Western Region, BC & Yukon commencing on January 1, 2024
Craig Chard – 56% of the vote. (elected)
Chris Cheung – 24% of the vote.
Robert Croteau – 7% of the vote.
Paul Penman – 13% of the vote.
On behalf of the Transportation District 140, congratulations to Brother Craig Chard on being elected. We wish him all the best during his four (4) year term. We would also like to thank all those members who stood for election and all members who came out to vote. Read Bulletin here…

We have been informed that some Local Lodges are still using the Covid-19 restrictions allowance, as previously permitted to do on the absentee ballot request.

This is no longer valid and are considered outdated.

Please make sure your requests are up to date and that all members are properly
qualified for the absentee ballot request.  Read Bulletin here…

Elections will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 to elect the General Chairperson of the AT-LARGE Western Region, British Columbia and Yukon Territory. Candidates are listed below in alphabetical order (last name first).
FRIEDMAN, Erick (LL 16),  HAVERSTOCK, Todd (LL 764),  VELOSO, Joanna (LL 16)    Read Bulletin here…

Elections will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 to elect the SERVICE General Chairperson designate of the Western Region, British Columbia and Yukon Territory. Candidates are listed below in alphabetical order (last name first).
CANNIFF, Tania (LL 764),  SINGH, Rick (LL 16)    Read Bulletin here…

We are writing to you on behalf of the EFAP team to clear up some misunderstanding about the status of the program. We want to assure you that the program is still active and accessible to all our members across the country per our Collective Agreement Article 120.18 Read Bulletin here…

There will be elections held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 for the Air Canada Designated Western Region British Columbia and Yukon Territory General Chairperson position. The candidates are listed below in alphabetical order (family name first).
CHARD, Craig (LL 764)
CHEUNG, Chris (LL 764)
CROTEAU, Robert (LL 764)
PENMAN, Paul (LL 764)
Read Bulletin here..

District 140 is seeking sisters interested in participating in the Leads Program.
In 2021, the IAM Executive Council approved the new IAM Leadership Excellence Assembly of
Dedicated Sisters, or LEADS, mentoring program.

This is the first of its kind among Unions in North
America. The program fosters and facilitates the development of more women leaders by providing
a pathway for more Sisters to be involved in leadership positions. The first cohort began in 2022 and
is already ending this year. Read Bulletin here…

We want to provide you with an update regarding the ongoing grievance of the company’s improper implementation of the second round of “off duty status” (ODS). The company has informed us that the resolution for the first set of members impacted by this is now in the final stages.

We are pleased to share that payouts for this group will begin to materialize in the coming weeks. We understand the challenges and uncertainties this situation has brought, and we appreciate your patience and support throughout this process. Read Bulletin here…