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Local 832 builds bonds with migrant workersUFCW Local 832 has been workinghard for migrant workers ever sincemany Manitoba employers startedrecruiting employees from all over the worldthrough the Provincial Nominee Program(PNP). Companies like Maple Leaf, SpringhillFarms, and Granny’s Poultry have broughtworkers to the province from North, Centraland South America, Africa, Europe and Asiaand those workers immediately enjoyedthe benefit of belonging to UFCW. Local832 embraced these workers, lobbying andnegotiating on their behalf to ensure thatthey receive the same rights and privilegesas any other worker in Manitoba.The workforce at the Maple Leaf plantin Brandon consists of 1,700 foreign workers.The majority of our shop stewards atthe plant are from that group. During thelast round of negotiations, all of the majorforeign worker groups were representedby members on the bargaining committee.Membership meetings wereconducted in English, Spanish,Mandarin, and Ukrainian – thesame languages that the MapleLeaf agreement is now availablein.“We knew to be successful innegotiations and in representingforeign workers we had to prove toour new members that they were includedand that their union listened and acted onwhat they had to say,” said UFCW Local 832President Robert Ziegler.The result was new contract languageprotecting the rights of temporary foreignworkers (TFW) - a first in Canada.“That was a defining moment for thelocal – being able to establish the rightsand privileges of these workers in a contract.They represent the largest number of newmembers at 832 by far and we have beenable to bring that same protection to otherworkplaces who recruit through the PNP,”stated Jeff Traeger, secretary-treasurer forthe local and the Manitoba representativeDiwa Marcelino of Damayan Manitoba.on UFCW Canada’s Human Rights, Equity,and Diversity committee.President Ziegler said, “We are developingstrong union members in Manitoba becauseof our commitment not only at the bargainingtable but in the community. A new officeand education centre will open in WesternManitoba this fall and we have become thesecond largest provider of English as anadditional language in the province. It’s areal success story.”This success has caught the attentionof two groups who advocate for the rightsof temporary foreign workers, MigranteManitoba and Damayan Manitoba. Lastsummer, Jomay Amora-Mercado of Migranteand Diwa Marcelino of Damayan contactedLocal 832 about the nearly 1,600 TFWs workingin hog barns in southern Manitoba.“Without the protection of a union contract,the workers only have employmentstandards to protect them. A lot of them areunaware of their rights,” stated organizingJomay Amora-Mercado of Migrante Manitoba.director Sonia Taylor, who has been workingclosely with both groups. “We are here tohelp them as much as we can and to educatethem that joining a union in Canada is asafe—and a smart thing to do.”The relationship with Migrante andDamayan—as well as with any other groupthat shares the union’s desire to see the rightsof all workers protected —will continue togrow in our very diverse province.“Our commitment to helping workersregardless of their origin is evident,” statedPresident Ziegler. “We’re working hardat Local 832 to make sure all workers inManitoba have a voice.”NationalAboriginal DayUFCW Local 832 is encouraging itsmembers to attend the aboriginalday celebration in Brandon onJune 21 at the Discovery Centre (545Conservation Drive in Brandon)starting 12:00pm (noon).Traditional ceremonies, music anddance performances will take place.There is no cost to attend this event.El local 832 crea vínculos con los trabajadoresinmigrantesUFCW Local 832 ha estado trabajando duropor los trabajadores inmigrantes desde quemuchos empleadores de Manitoba comenzarona reclutar trabajadores, de todaspartes del mundo, mediante el programade Nominados de la Provincia (PNP).Compañías como Maple Leaf, SpringhillFarms, y Granny’s poultry han traído trabajadoresa la provincia desde Norte, Centroy Sur América, África, Europa y Asia; estosempleados inmediatamente gozaron delbeneficio de pertenecer a UFCW .El local 832 abrazó a estos trabajadores,abogando y negociando en su nombre paraasegurar que ellos recibieran los mismosderechos y privilegios que cualquier otrotrabajador en Manitoba.La fuerza de trabajo en la planta deMaple Leaf en Brandon consiste de 1,700trabajadores extranjeros. La mayoría denuestros enlaces sindicales en laplanta son de ese grupo. Durantela última ronda de negociaciones,todos los grupos más grandes detrabajadores extranjeros fueronrepresentados por miembros en elcomité de negociación. Las reunionesde los miembros fueron conducidasen Inglés, Español, Mandarín yUcraniano- Los mismos idiomas en los queel acuerdo de Maple Leaf está disponible.“Nosotros sabíamos que para tener éxito enlas negociaciones, teníamos que probarles anuestros nuevos miembros que ellos estabansiendo incluidos y que su sindicato escuchóy actuó en base a lo que ellos dijeron.”Dijo El presidente de UFCW Local 832,Robert Ziegler.El resultado fue un nuevo lenguaje parael contrato, protegiendo los derechos de lostrabajadores extranjeros temporales (TFW)por primera vez en Canadá.“Ese fue un momento decisivo para ellocal- estar apto para establecer los derechosy privilegios de estos trabajadores enDiwa Marcelino of Damayan Manitoba.un contrato. Ellos representan, por mucho,el número más grande de nuevos miembrospara el local 832 y nosotros hemos podidotraer esa misma protección a otros lugaresde trabajo que reclutan mediante el PNP”.Declaró Jeff Traeger, secretario-tesorero dellocal y representante de Manitoba en elcomité de derechos humanos, equidad eigualdad de Canadá.El presidente Ziegler dijo: “Estamosdesarrollando miembros sindicales fuertesen Manitoba por nuestro compromiso, nosolo en la mesa de negociaciones sino tambiénen la comunidad. Una nueva oficina ycentro de educación se abrirá éste otoño en eloccidente de Manitoba y nosotros nos hemosvuelto el Segundo proveedor más grande declases de Inglés como idioma adicional enla provincia, Es realmente una historia deéxito”Este éxito ha llamado la atención de dosgrupos que abogan por los derechos deJomay Amora-Mercado of Migrante Manitoba.los trabajadores extranjeros Temporales.Migrante Manitoba y Damayan Manitoba.El verano pasado, Jomay Amora-Mercadode Migrante y Diwa Marcelino de Damayancontactaron el Local 832 sobre los casi 1,600trabajadores temporales extranjeros en lasporquerizas al sur de Manitoba.“Sin la protección de un contrato sindical,los trabajadores solo tendrían las normasgenerales de empleo para protegerlos. Muchosde ellos desconocen sus derechos” declaró ladirectora/organizadora Sonia Taylor, quienha estado trabajando de cerca con ambosgrupos. “estamos aquí para ayudarles tantocomo nosotros podamos y para educarlos enque pertenecer a un sindicato en Canadá esalgo seguro e inteligente que hacer”.La relación con Migrante and Damayan-al igual que con cualquier otro grupo quecomparta el deseo del sindicato de ver losderechos de todos los trabajadores protegidos-continuará creciendo en nuestra diversaProvincia.“Nuestro compromiso de ayudar a los trabajadoressin importar su origen es evidente”,declaró el presidente Ziegler. “Estamos trabajandoduro en el local 832 para asegurarque todos nuestros trabajadores en Manitobatengan una voz”4 UNION MAY 2011 UNION MAY 20115

Last ChanceWestfair to submit membership applicationsin timely manner.Grievance NewsSister Ellen Olfert receivesStanley Knowles Award at NDPConventionIt was the last convention before the fall provincial election.Over 550 NDP delegates from across Manitoba met at theCanad Inn, Polo Park in Winnipeg to consider resolutions,share ideas, and prepared for the fall election. As the ManitobaNDP seeks a continuous, fourth term with Premier Greg Selingerat the helm, the weekend was a chance to make sure delegates areenergized for what lies ahead.The Stanley Knowles award this year went to Ellen Olfert picturedabove with MFL president, Kevin Rebeck, and Premier Selinger. TheStanley Knowles solidarity award is presented at each conventionof the Manitoba NDP to a trade unionist who has shown a deepcommitment to working people and the achievement of social justicethrough recognized contributions to the union movement andRETIREES’CLUB!Tired of being coopedup during the wintermonths? Remember theUFCW Local 832 Retirees’ Club is holdingone its annual meeting/luncheonson May 10.Where: ANAF Legion3584 Portage AvenueTime: 12 noonCost: $5 each for dues payingmembers and spouse; or$8 each for non-members.The cost includes a delicious hot meal(chicken cordon bleu, potatoes and vegetable),beverage and dessert. Here is yourBye, bye winter bluesSpring luncheon, golf tournament, casino trip and more.chance to get out and visit with fellow retireesand hear about some of the upcomingevents.If you are planning to attend, make sureto call Carol at the union at 786-5055/1-888-832-9832 office by no later than May3 to let her know. This is important as weneed to know the number of people attendingfor the food preparation.Golf TournamentThe golf tournament will be held on June 15at Shooters Family Golf Centre, 2731 MainStreet, with a 9 A.M. shotgun start. The tournamentwill be restricted to 36 players whoare 50 years of age or older. The cost is $20UFCW Local 832 President Robert Ziegler.Local 832 WCB advocate, Rob Hilliard, speaks on a resolution.the Manitoba New Democratic Party. Ellen recently retired after 14years of dedication to the SAFE Workers of Manitoba as its executivedirector. She was also re-elected as a vice-president of the NDPexecutive for Winnipeg.per person for dues paying members andspouse or $30 for non-members. You get18 holes of golf (cart rental available),lunch (smoky or burger, fries and beverage)and much more—course and doorprizes, 50/50 draws. Fun included at noextra charge.To register call Russ at 661-4168. Yourentry must be received by May 31 and yourregistration is not complete until paymentis received. You can mail in your paymentto the attention of Carol at UFCW Local832, 1412 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB,R3G 0V5. Make cheque payable to UFCWLocal 832 Retirees’ Club.The Westfair collective agreementstates the company is to forwardcompleted union membership applicationsto the union within 10 calendardays from the date of hire or re-hire of anemployee. UFCW Local 832, among otherthings, uses these membership applicationsto ensure it can contact new members, providethem with information regarding theunion, ensure seniority lists are accurate,and that the company is properly remittingdues to the union.In the past, the union filed a grievancebecause the company failed to provide thesemembership applications on time. Theunion resolved the grievance before goingto arbitration as the company promised toprovide the applications in the timeframeoutlined in the collective agreement.For a while, Westfair did improve and forwardedthe membership applications to theunion in a timely fashion. Unfortunately,the situation became increasingly seriousagain as the company was not providingthe union with the membership applicationsanywhere near the specified limit.The union once again filed a grievanceon the matter, and this time set a date foran expedited arbitration hearing to dealwith the issue.A week prior to the arbitration hearing,Westfair contacted the union and offereda with prejudice settlement. The companyagreed that it would adhere to the contractand promised to provide the applicationsin a timely manner. The company furtheragreed to meet with the union to outlinea new process it will use to ensure that theunion membership applications are deliveredto the union as per the collective agreement.On this basis, the parties adjournedthe grievance ‘sine die’. This means if thesituation is not corrected or the companycontinues to submit the membership applicationslate, the union willgo directly to arbitration.The union advised thecompany it will be monitoringthe situation carefullyand will not hesitateto expedite the matterto arbitration if the newmethod does not work or ifthe company fails to submitthe applications on time.Garry BergeronLegal CounselDebra MalmquistLegal CounselGrievance ironed out atCanadian LinenWorkers to receive monies for omitted earnings.Late in 2010, the union discoveredthat Canadian Linen & UniformService was improperly calculatingvacation pay entitlement for its workers.When calculating vacation pay, the company,in addition to excluding overtimefrom the member’s earnings, was omittingvacation paid in the previous year.This was incorrect and in violation of theexisting collective agreement. Therefore,the union filed a policy grievance. Inthe union’s opinion, when calculating amember’s vacation entitlement, any vacationpaid in the previous year should beincluded as earnings.In fact, during the last round of negotiationswith Canadian Linen, the partiesagreed to amend Article 16 Vacations.Article 16 partially reads that vacationwill be calculated based on the years ofservice with the company in each vacationyear at the rate of the applicable percentage—4, 6, 8 or 10—but would excludeovertime.After discussions and going through thegrievance procedure, the union sent thematter to arbitration. A hearing date wasset for March 24. However, shortly beforethe hearing, the company agreed with theunion’s interpretation of Article 16. Thecompany agreed that the inclusion of theprevious year’s vacation pay will be part ofearnings for the purposes of calculatingthe present year’s vacation pay.Because of the union filing a grievance,the company signed off on Minutes ofSettlement that ensures Canadian Linenwill correct its error for the present vacationyear (effective March 1, 2011) andsubsequent years. This will result in paymentsto approximately 70 employeesranging in amounts of between $20 toover $300, minus deductions.If you work at Canadian Linen andhave not received monies owed resultingfrom this grievance, contact your unionrep, Kim Ferris at 786-5055 or toll-free1-888-832-9832.10 UNION MAY 2011 UNION MAY 201111

PACKING HOUSEUFCW Local 832 members working at Maple Leaf Lagimodiere attend a proposal meeting on April 17.Obey Now, Grieve LaterInsubordination could result in discipline.On average, a worker spends about36 hours a week on the job. Thismeans you spend over seven hoursof your day with co-workers and managers.It is not uncommon that you mightnot agree with what your supervisor said.What you need to consider is that underthe collective agreement the employerhas the ‘right to manage’. For example,management has the right to direct andcontrol working operations, to requireemployees to observe employer rules andregulations, to hire, to layoff, to assignemployees working hours, to transfer, topromote, and to demote. But, in doing so,the employer must act reasonably, fairly, ingood faith and cannot violate any articlescontained in the collective agreement.For instance, if you have received trainingon a specific piece of equipment andyour manager asks you to fill in for aco-worker, who is sick, and you refuse; itcould result in a discipline for insubordination.If your supervisor asks you to assistin another department, and you get angryand leave the building, it could result ina discipline for absent without leave.The union wants to advise you that agood rule of thumb to use is ‘obey now,grieve later’. If you believe a companyrequest is a violation of the agreement,contact your union rep at the end of yourshift to report the situation. The matterwill be investigated, and the union will filea grievance on your behalf if warranted.However, you do have the right to refusework you think is unsafe. In this case, youmust follow the steps legislated under theWorkplace Safety and Health Act. Workersin Manitoba have three health and safetyrights guaranteed to them by law.• Right to Know• Right to Participate• Right to RefuseBoth union and non-union workers areprotected by health and safety legislation.Remember, the union is here to helpyou—don’t be disciplined for insubordination.Know your contract and if youthink your rights have been violated, callyour union representative.Union Office NumbersWinnipeg: 786-5055/1-888-832-9832Brandon: 727-7131/1-800-552-1193Thompson: 778-7108/1-800-290-2608UFCW Local 832 President Robert ZieglerLocal prepares for Maple Leaf negotiationsWhile the expiry date on the currentcollective agreement is not untilDecember 31, 2011, the local hasstarted preparing for a new contract for membersat the Maple Leaf Lagimodiere plant inWinnipeg. UFCW Local 832 President RobertZiegler and Secretary-Treasurer Jeff Traegermet with the shop stewards on April 4 todiscuss ideas and look at areas of improvementin the collective agreement. Fromthat meeting, a list of items was presentedto the membership at a proposal meetingon April 17. Members then had a chance tomake further suggestions and talk aboutwhat they would like in their agreement.President Ziegler explained to the membersthat he is trying to secure dates with thecompany to start negotiations prior to thesummer, when dates become more difficultto arrange due to vacations. He expressed tothe membership that it is the intent of thenegotiating committee to have a new agreementratified before the current one expires,or exercise your right to strike if one is notreached.The negotiating committee for the union willbe President Ziegler and Secretary-TreasurerTraeger along with chief shop steward FrankKirouac and assistant chief shop steward RoseBatenchuk. The remaining spots will be madeof members in various departments. Updateson negotiations will be sent to members andonline at www.ufcw832.comBig SMILES inSt. Malo asfacility growsBig changes are occurring at EPIC de St.Malo/Smile of St. Malo this year as a newresidential building will be built. The new3400 square foot residence will have stateof-the-artequipment to assist the staff toprovide safer services to residents with higherneeds. The new residence will create threeto four full-time and one or two part-timepositions. The residence will be located at7 St. Hilaire Street in St. Malo.Along with the new residence come changesto its day program. Changes will also beEpic Opportunitymembers ratifytwo-year dealThe 34 UFCW Local 832 membersworking for Epic Opportunities(formerly Hope Centre) in Winnipegvoted April 18 to ratify a new two-year collectiveagreement.Members will receive a two per centwage increase, retroactive to January 1,2011 and a lump sum payment. Memberswho are past probation but with less thanone year of service will receive $100, thosewith one to five years of service will receive$175, and those with five or more yearswill receive $250 less statutory deductions.Other improvements to the collectiveagreement includeed the use of a personalvehicle for performing work relatedfunctions is now strictly voluntary for allemployees. Members with three years ofservice or more will see their employerRRSP matching go from 2.5 per cent tofour per cent.The new collective agreement will expireon December 31, 2012. Members shouldreceive the new agreement within the nextmonth.taking place over the summer and into thefall. With more rural municipalities signingup SMILE of St. Malo to manage their recyclingprograms, an expansion is underwayto ensure they have the appropriate space toexpand this type of work. Upgrades at thefacility will speed up the process of sorting,bailing and shipping of recyclables. TheSmall but strong unitACL Virden members find their jobs rewarding.The Association for CommunityLiving (ACL) Virden is dedicatedto assisting people with physicaland developmental disabilities achieve anindependent and productive life withinthe community. ACL Virden has fourresidential homes, a day service, anda secondhand store. A small but strongunionized workplace employs approximately35 members who help clients inreaching this objective.As one steward generalized the feeling,“Our job has its challenges but therewards outweigh the trials. To see a client’sface light up the first time he or shegoes shopping is a great feeling.”It is nice to know that there are workplaceswhere individuals mean it whenthey say, “I love my job.” Don’t get theCAREupgrades will also increase the safety of thoseperforming the duties. Along with the recyclingprogram, the centre also has contractsfor sewing, packaging, and woodworking.The St. Malo facility began operating in1974, when its first day program was introduced.The first residential care facilityopened up in 1975.wrong impression it was not always ideal.Since joining UFCW Local 832 in 1989,the union and management have workedtogether for the betterment of the staff andclients.Linda McIntosh, shop steward, has workedat ACL for over 12 years. “To know that Ihave scheduled wage increases, health andwelfare benefits, dental, and job securitybecause of the union, makes it easier tocome to work and give the clients 100 percent of my time,” she said. “It is a fulfillingjourney for both the client and me. Ihave even learned a lot from these unique,inspirational individuals. I know we makea difference in each other's lives. To me,seeing the smile on a client’s face thatcompleted a simple task is what makesthis so much more than just a job.”14 UNION MAY 2011 UNION MAY 201115

SECURITYFighting for the guardsUnion to meet with health and safety authorities.Who pays?Doctor’s notes, weekly indemnity, WCB, and LTD forms.SAFEWAYThanks to the efforts of a vibrant labour movement and successiveNDP governments that have listened to the concernsof working people, Manitoba has some of the best healthand safety legislation in the world. However, when that legislationwas crafted it was aimed at workplaces whose employees are in oneplace and answerable only to the employer.The security industry is not like that. Workers in the industry arescattered all over in a wide variety of environments. They mightwork inside or out, be mobile or stationary, work days, nights and/or weekends. They answer not only to their employer but also tothe client who rarely knows or cares about the health and safetyconcerns of the security officer. It’s not unusual, for example, fora security guard to work in an industrial environment where everyemployee wears a full array of personal protective equipment butthe guard is left unprotected. For these reasons, Local 832 regularlyUnderstanding the new procedureFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on recent changes to the licencing system.With the change to individuallyowned licences, the unionhas been fielding a number ofquestions from security members. Somewant to know if this means that they areallowed to work for more than one securitycompany and the answer is yes. Providedthat they are licensed under The PrivateInvestigators and Security Guards Actof Manitoba. While this was always anoption, the fact that you are no longerreliant on the employer to obtain yourlicence means that the licence is portable.Once you obtain it, you can start with asecond employer right away.This has led to another question, andthat is the payment of union dues if youare working for more than one employerwho is unionized with UFCW Local 832.You will have dues deducted from bothemployers and the union will reimbursethe lesser of the two. For example, if youare paying dues of $13 bi-weekly withone employer and $12 with another, youwill receive a refund of $12. This refundis done on a quarterly basis.Another FAQ is whether the requirementsfor criminal records and child abuse registryinformation have changed with thenew legislation. They have not. You arestill required to provide both and they arevalid for three years from the date of issue.The same time period applies to the photoyou have to provide unless you experiencea significant change of appearance duringthe three-year period such as change in haircolour, growth or removal of facial hair.The actual licence remains valid forone year and, although the department ofjustice has committed to providing peoplenotice prior to the expiration date, it is nowyour responsibility alone to renew it.Notification will be sent to the last knownaddress so ensure that your employer (and theunion, of course) is advised of any changesas it is their responsibility to notify the justicedepartment.Guards have also expressed a concern thatthe cost for licences will go up under the newrules, that is not the case. It is still $25 forlobbies the government to remind them of these specific circumstancesfaced by our members.Our latest effort will be a meeting on May 3 with the Departmentof Labour and representatives of the Workplace Safety and HealthDivision to discuss certain aspects of the legislation and why theyneed special application in the field of security. We are focusing onthe following areas: working alone, first aid, workplace inspectionsand accident investigations, supervisor training, the right to know,bullying and harassment and violence in the workplace.Many union members in security face hazards that far exceedwhat a worker in a standard workplace would encounter, and yetit can be argued that they are afforded less protection than thoseworkers. UFCW Local 832 is determined to address that inequity,and the May 3 meeting is part of that effort. Watch for updates onthis progress in future issues of UNION.both the temporary six month licence andthe one year permanent one. There is, ofcourse, no guarantee that the fee will notincrease in the future but any attempt todo so would certainly be opposed by theunion.Some members have wondered if thechanges have added additional training,or a requirement to renew the trainingand the answer is “no” on both counts.If you have completed the program, andpassed your exam nothing will change inthe immediate future. The union is lobbyingfor a second level of paid trainingthat would include things like nonviolentcrisis intervention and CPR training butthis is still at the beginning stages.If you have any other questions relatingto the new regulations you should contactthe program administrators directly at945-2825/945-1242 or e-mail at pisg@gov.mb.ca If that doesn’t work, your unionrep, Harry Mesman, is always available totake your calls at 786-5055, 782-2449 orharry.mesman@ufcw832.com.Lately, the union has received severalcalls from Safeway members inquiringabout the company’s request formedical notes and who pays for them.The collective agreement entitles you tosick leave, but it only applies for legitimateillnesses and for absences on your regularlyscheduled workday. The company does havethe right to ask an employee to provide adoctor’s note verifying any absence due tosickness.If management asks you to provide adoctor’s certificate or to have a doctor fillout a special form, Safeway will cover thecosts, unless the note is required due to thefollowing:1. You have been formally warned thatyour attendance record is unacceptableand you are required to provide adoctor’s note for all future sick days.2. The duration of your absence or thecircumstance surrounding the absenceneeds verification.Safeway is also responsible for any doctor’sfees if the company requests you to take aphysical examination.However, if you are returning to work froma leave of absence, it is your responsibility topay for the initial note indicating you are fitto return to work. As well, if you are goingback to work with any accommodations orrestrictions, it is your responsibility to coverthe cost of the note from your physician thatexplains the nature and reasons for yourrestrictions. Should managementdemand further medical informationin either of these two cases, the company willpay for those additional fees.Safeway is under no obligation to pay forthe completion of forms that are requiredfor benefits under weekly indemnity, longtermdisability, or WCB. The benefit planmay cover these costs.Remember, if you are sick you must notifythe store manager or designate as early aspossible before your shift or as soon as possibleon the first day of absence. It is also agood idea to seek medical attention in caseyou are required to supply a doctor’s noteverifying your illness. You should also keepcopies of all of your information.If you have more questions or concerns,you can speak to a shop steward or contactyour union representative.Winnipeg786-5055/1-888-832-9832Brandon727-7131/1-800-552-1193Thompson778-7108/1-800-290-2608New Safeway benefit plan booklet on its wayDocument available online and will be mailed out soon.The Safeway health and welfare plans one and two are available online for membersstarting this month. Copies will also be mailed to the over 3,000 UFCWLocal 832 members in the province. The updated documents will have thechanges to your benefit plans from the 2009 negotiations, along with the recentchanges in bargaining for Safeway gas bar members.A highlight of the changes will be the “Retiree Benefits” for employees anddependents. Those who retire between the ages of 55 and 65, while completing10 years of continuous service with the company will be entitled to medical,prescription drug, vision care and travel health benefits as outlined in the plan.Should members have any questions regarding their benefits, they areasked to contact PBAS, the benefit plan administrator, directly at 982-4177in Winnipeg or toll-free at 1-877-982-4177. As mentioned, you can also findthe health and welfare plan one and two online at www.ufcw832.com. Orfeel free to contact your full-time union representative.16 UNION MAY 2011 UNION MAY 201117

Saving you money!As a member of UFCW Local 832, you are entitled to excellentdiscounts on numerous good and services. The key to obtainingthese discounts is showing your union membership card.Below is a list of some of the special offers available to you. Itis a good idea to call ahead to ensure that you and the benefitprovider understand the terms of the transaction, so there are nomisunderstanding on what discount/service you will be receiving.Union Members’ Mortgage Planning TeamYour Union Members Mortgage Planning Team provides members ofUnion Savings affiliated labour organizations with the best available mortgagewith no cost or obligation to the member. Saving union memberstime and money is their only goal. For more information phone toll-free1-866-599-9799 or visit www.unionsavings.ca.Visions ElectronicsAt Visions purchase TVs, VCRs, camcorders, as well as home, car and portableaudio equipment from 5 to 10 % over cost. To obtain the special UFCWprice, ask for the store manager at the following locations:Winnipeg• 1680 Pembina Highway• 1130 St. James Street• 1510 Regent AvenueBrandon• 1120 Highland AvenueUFCW MasterCardShow your pride—carry the card! Build the MasterCard that is right foryou. Four reward program options allow you to tailor the card to yourneeds. To apply or for information call 1-800-263-2263 or visit www.unionsavings.ca.PowerUp ComputersAt PowerUp Computers save 10% off complete computer systems and 5% offhardware and software purchased separately. 1119 Corydon Avenue. Phone453-0638 or e-mail sales@powerup.ca.Autopac Write-offsIf Autopac says your car or truck is a write-off, call Brad Pallen at 284-5664.An insurance arbitrator for over 30 years, Brad will make sure you receiveyour vehicle’s actual cash value and give you free consultation as to whatyour options are. If arbitration is required, you pay only $250 in arbitrationcosts—a savings of $50.Eye OutfittersLocal 832 members receive 20% off complete pairs of prescription glassesand 10% off contact lenses. 1100 Richmond Avenue, Brandon, call 725-0943.Kang’s Taekwondo AcademyTwo months Taekwondo memberships & uniform for one $99.Phone 997-0261. Locations:• 435 Cumberland Street, Winnipeg• Notre Dame De Parish, 1282A Dawson Road, LoretteThe Fairmont/The Velvet GloveUFCW members receive special room rates at The Fairmont Winnipeg. Fora moderate room single/double occupancy pay only:• $165 Sunday - Thursday• $130 Friday/SaturdayTo obtain these special rates call 957-1350 or 1-888-974-7666 and identifyyourself as a UFCW member. At The Velvet Glove receive 10% offon all food and beverage. Some conditions apply.EyewearWinnipegReceive 20% off regular priced prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses or contactlenses at:• The Bay downtown (783-2112)Brandon20% off regular price on all prescription eyewear.Scotia Optical(727-3661) 708 - 10th Street.Thompson25% off regular price on all prescription eyewear.City Vision Opticians (677-2020) Thompson Plaza.Wilder, Wilder & LangtryMembers can save big on legal services from Joe Wilder. If you are lookingfor a lawyer to help you with wills, real estate, family law or immigrationcontact Joe at (204) 947-1456. Make sure you let him know you are aUFCW Local 832 member to receive the special rate.Natural Wellness Chiropractic CentreReceive 30% off chiropractic care and wellness plans offered by Dr. RobertStitt,D.C.. He is skilled at helping you with work-related injuries, headaches,neck and back pain and herniated discs. Call (204) 783-1880 tobook your assessment. Their office is located at 912 Portage Avenue inWinnipeg.RRSP for Local 832 MembersThe UFCW Local 832 RRSP offers members the choice of four investmentoptions with better than average returns. To enroll in the RRSP programcontact Laura Mellon at 204-926-8335.Polo Park Hearing CentreReceive a 10% discount (to a maximum of $150) on the purchase of anyhearing aid. Phone 788-1083. Located in Polo Park mall.CDT Production Group Inc.At CDT Production Group, receive 15% off: TV & film production, commercials,studio production, MC services, multi-media, event management,virtual business cards, and audio production. Plus receive 20% off all musicpackages and 5% off lighting packages.Call 338-3459 or e-mail cdtgroup@shaw.caYour entertainment source!Kurio Studio & GalleryEnjoy a $50 product credit with the booking of any portrait photographysession including personal, family, couples, maternity and high schoolsenior portrait sessions. Members also receive a 10% discount on allwedding photography services and they have completely customized packagesto meet your needs and to suit all budgets.Kurio Studio also provides personal and heirloom custom book design services.Our professionally designed, bookstore quality custom books makefor unique gifts and a fabulous way to preserve your life’s most importantmoments. Members receive a 10% discount on all custom book design services.For more information visitwww.kuriostudio.blogspot.com or phone Alix at 204-791-5734.Marlin Travel Polo ParkMarlin Travel Polo Park believes you need a vacation! 5% discount on selectpackages (Air & Hotel) with these suppliers: Trafalgar, Globus and WestjetVacations. Contact Rosa Bertone at rosa.bertone@marlintravel.ca or callher (204) 944-7874. Earn Air Miles on your reservation.Iron FistAt Iron Fist receive 20% off a one-year membership. Plus 25% off women’sself-defence course. Phone 231-3633. Locations:• 1851 Portage Avenue• 675 Archibald StreetCelebrations Dinner TheatreSee a live Broadway-style show while you dine and save 25% off the regularprice. Located in the Canad Inn - 1824 Pembina Highway. Call 982-8282for reservationsBridgeview Bed & BreakfastBegin your outdoor adventures at the Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast in Selkirk.Union members can enjoy a 5% discount during the snowmobileseason. Call Louise at 204-482-7892 or www.bridgeviewretreat.com.Dawn FoodsAs a Local 832 member, receive a 10% discount on all cakes and productssold at Dawn Foods—55 Plymouth Street. Open Monday - Friday from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.fOR aLL MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS VISIT:www.ufcw832.com/discountsMembership discountsHy-Wire Zip AdventuresCome and take the plunge, with a 150-foot drop, zipping across the treesin the scenic Pembina Valley. This is a 2-hour adventure on five differentcables ranging from 500 to 1,000 feet. There are also hiking trails and fiveun-serviced campsites available. Hy-Wire is offering UFCW members 10%off the regular price for zipping along on this extreme adventure. To bookyour expedition or to find out more about zip lining or the hiking trailsand campsites, go to Hy-Wire’s website at www.hywirezipline.ca or e-mailhywireziplineadventures@hotmail.com.Phoenix Real EstateCall Jennifer Okaluk at 771-0981 and receive:• $150 cash back on the completed sale of a home or condo• Up to 20% off legal fees• Access to the best mortgage rates.Gerry Gordon’s MazdaUFCW Local 832 Members receive:•Preferred pricing on new and used vehicles.•First 4 oil and filter changes FREE•Complementary gas card with every purchase•15% off all parts, extended warranties, body work and accessories.Contact Antonio at 475-3982 for more information.Dufresne Home Centre SavingsReceive 5% better than the current price on furniture, mattresses andaccessories. Receive 3% better than the current price on appliances andelectronics. Cannot be used with other offers or promotions.• Winnipeg 880 Nairn Avenue, phone: 667-1578or 1750 Ellice Avenue, phone: 989-9900• Selkirk 374 Eveline Street, phone: 785-8191• Portage 2401 Saskatchewan Ave. W., phone: 857-7803• Brandon 1885-18th Street N., phone: 728-8530• Swan River 1321 Main Street, phone: 734-4772General PaintsMembers receive up to 40% off all General Paint Manufactured product,20% off on special order wallcoverings and 20-30% off non-General Paintmanufactured products and supplies.BRANDON:1124 18th Street 727-0295WINNIPEG:1045 St. James Street 982-63001094 Nairn Avenue 982-63301-140 Meadowood Drive 982-632018 UNION MAY 2011 UNION MAY 201119

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