Local 4 (Grain Millers) bargaining meeting, vote – Aug. 17, Yorkton

A tentative settlement has been reached and members will have the opportunity to attend an August 17 meeting to hear the bargaining report and vote on acceptance or rejection.

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SFL OH&S Conference – Sept. 14-16, Regina

This popular conference will be held at the Ramada Hotel in Regina. Contact your GSU staff rep if you are interested in attending. In addition to covering your wages, hotel and approved incidentals as outlined in our expense policy, GSU will assist with your leave of absence request. 

Brochure: SFL OH&S Conference brochure

Learn More/Register Online: SFL OH&S Conference

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66th Annual SFL Convention - Oct. 26-28, Regina 

The Saskatchewan Federation of Labour is anticipating an in-person convention at Regina's Queensbury Downs this October. The COVID-19 situation will be monitored prior to convention and attendees will be notified in advance of the convention if any health measures are required in order to attend.

Contact your GSU staff rep if you are interested in learning more or attending. In addition to covering your wages, hotel and approved incidentals as outlined in our expense policy, GSU will assist with your leave of absence request.  We have limited spaces available and several have already been claimed, so don't wait to long to throw your hat in the ring if you are interested in attending.

Brochure: 2022 SFL Convention Call Guide

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We're assisting with a WCB claim appeal

GSU staff rep Steve Torgerson is assisting a member with their long-term WCB claim. A repetitive injury has taken its toll on the member who is appealing a decision that the injury isn't repetitive and from his work.

No question is too small! Our services are provided to you as part of your union dues and there is never an additional charge for assisting you or a limit on the times you can seek advice. Contact information for GSU staff representatives is available on our web page at gsu.ca.

POSITION: General Secretary

We're recruiting to fill the position of GSU's general secretary (the chief executive officer of the union) which will be vacated with the retirement of the current incumbent at the end of March 2023. 

A copy of the job description for the position can be viewed and downloaded here.

This is an out-of-scope position which will be covered by an employment contract. Competitive benefits and working conditions are provided.

Position details, the job description, salary and more are available on our web page, GSU.ca.

Local 1 & 2 (Viterra) bargaining - Bargaining survey closed

The bargaining survey is now closed and the information is being compiled for review by the board of delegates who are expected to meet in September. In the meantime, staff reps are scheduling member visitations, meetings and Zoom calls to ensure that members have had multiple opportunities to share their thoughts on what should be included in the bargaining proposal package. 

A detailed update was sent to members on July 29. You can read or print it from GSU.ca or by clicking here.  

Congratulations to Local 1 member Marshall Morrison (North Battleford) and Local 2 member Greg Eutenier who were our winners of the FitBit Versa draws. Members who completed their Local's bargaining survey had the opportunity to enter their respective Local's draw. 

GSU bargaining committee members are Local 1 – Jim Brown (Balgonie), Wilfred Harris (Carnduff), Shannon Antonenko (Lloydminster), David Barrett (Gull Lake) and Travis Brewer (Saskatoon); Local 2 – Sheila Tran, Howard Wilson and Kaylee Kruger with assistance from GSU staff.

As bargaining proceeds, check out the VITERRA BARGAINING page on GSU's main web page where information on bargaining will be available.

Local 4 (Grain Millers) - Memorandum of Settlement reached 

A membership bargaining update and vote meeting is being held in Yorkton on Aug. 17.

GSU's bargaining committee comprises Brandon Allin, Carter MacKay, Ryan McNabb, Glen Wlasichuk, Brian Lark (GSU staff) and Steve Torgerson (bargaining spokesperson and GSU staff).

Local 5 (Western Producer) bargaining 

The negotiation committee will be meeting on Aug. 17 to discuss the upcoming negotiations. A bargaining survey was conducted in the spring, but members who have additional information they would like to bring to the committee's attention they should feel free to reach out to any committee member.

Negotiations committee members are Michelle Houlden, Sharlene Lark, Laurie Michalycia and Donna Driediger (GSU staff and bargaining spokesperson).

Locals 16 (Lake Country Co-operative), 17 (Discovery Co-op), 18 (Lloydminster & District Cooperative Association)

GSU staff rep Brian Lark was on the road last week visiting members and beginning preparations for bargaining this fall.

When someone does us wrong, there is definitely temptation to seek revenge or a find a way to get even. But what about when someone does right by us? 

Everyone enjoys being appreciated or acknowledged for something they have done for the benefit of others. So whether it's your neighbour, co-worker, fellow committee or family member, make the time to *get even* with someone who has made an effort to make your life a little bit better or easier. The subject of your appreciation will feel happy and appreciated when they hear from you, and you will likely find that brightens your day, too.