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The Company recently issued an update on the matter of the Share Trust. This communication announced that the Company has received a comfort letter from the federal Department of Finance confirming that it is prepared to recommend to the Minister of Finance that the Income Tax Regulations (ITR) be amended to allow all parties to pursue the remaining steps in the repurposing of the Share Trust.
The latest guidance is that no VSP or lump sum payments will be made before the fourth quarter of 2025. Read Bulletin here…

As we all know, the cost of living continues to rise which has put enormous financial pressure on all workers. We wanted to inform you about a significant initiative we’ve undertaken here at District Lodge 140. We have recently filed a petition with the House of Commons to demand a living wage for all our members working at airports across …

Your Committee of General Chairperson met to discuss the 6-day rule grievances. We met with our legal counsel which provided much needed information and context. Given the information provided, we have chosen to follow the recommendation that was presented to us.
Unfortunately, we will not be moving forward at this time with the grievance in arbitration and will be attempting to obtain a resolution via the negotiations process. There is a willingness to put a process in place by both parties. If a resolution can be met prior to negotiations, we will advise the membership.  Read Bulletin here…

The Union met with the Company at the end of April, 2024 and beginning of May, 2024, in another attempt to finalize the “Off Duty Status” grievance that was won by your Union almost three (3) years ago. Although the first portion of this grievance has been resolved, with many of our affected members being made whole, the last portion of this grievance has yet to be concluded.  Read Bulletin here…

Elections will be held at this year’s District Lodge 140 Convention for the following positions:
1) President and Directing General Chairperson (PDGC)
2) Secretary Treasurer (ST)
The term for both the PDGC and ST will be four (4) years commencing January 1, 2025.
Full qualifications for Office are detailed in Article 5.07 of the District Lodge 140 Bylaws however, to highlight the qualifications, Candidates must:  Read Bulletin here…

There is currently a vacant position on the Western Region Transportation District 140
Executive position. The current District 140 Executive Board would like to fill the vacant position.  Read Bulletin here…

We are writing to provide you with an update to the National Arbitration held on February 20, 2024, regarding our grievance concerning the Company’s clawback due to Vacation reconciliation for members who were on CEWS (Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy) during the pandemic.
With sincere disappointment, we regret to inform you that the grievance has been dismissed by the Arbitrator.
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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.

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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…