Category: Good and Welfare

The local union executive would like to wish all our members and their family a safe and happy Labour Day. As workers this day is for us. Take a moment to reflect, celebrate and be thankful. Lets remain mindful, that the struggle is still very real for many workers. So it remains, that there is still much work ahead for all of us.

Solidarity Forever!

Corey Liebrecht, President.

The labor movement was the principle force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress. Out of it’s bold struggles, economic and social reform gave birth to unemployment insurance, old age security, government relief for the destitute and, above all, new wage levels that meant not mere survival but a tolerable life.

The captains of industry did not lead this transformation. They resisted it until they were overcome. When the wave of union organization crested over the nation, it carried to secure shores not only itself but the whole of society.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Lac-Mégantic QC- The United Steelworkers (USW) has contributed $125,800 to recovery efforts in the devastated community of Lac-Mégantic, the largest donation ever made by the union in Quebec.

The USW contribution was presented to the Red Cross in Lac-Mégantic by an emotional Daniel Roy, the Steelworkers’ Quebec Director.

“Like all Quebeckers, we were deeply affected by this tragedy which took the lives of dozens of people, many in the prime of their lives, and which decimated the community’s historic downtown,” Roy said.

“One of the victims was a Steelworkers member and two more of our members lost their spouses. This tragedy also is especially difficult for our members who work at MMA and who witnessed the horror first-hand. We rallied together these past few days in an effort to help the victims of this devastating event.”

The $125,800 contribution came from funds donated by Steelworkers local unions in Quebec, as well as the Steelworkers Humanity Fund and other USW sources.

The Steelworkers Humanity Fund, which is supported by USW members across the country, provided $25,000. The USW international union contributed $30,000 and the union representing Steelworkers staff donated $10,000.

The USW represents approximately 5,000 workers in the rail industry in Canada, including 75 employees of Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railway (MMA), which owned the train that exploded in Lac-Mégantic.

“The Steelworkers family is in mourning,” Roy said. “One of our members, who was employed by Portes Lambton, is among the victims, along with his spouse. The spouse of another of our members at Portes Lambton, who worked at Musi-Café, also lost her life.”

The USW represents workers at Portes Lambton, a door manufacturer near the community of Lac-Mégantic.

The Steelworkers Humanity Fund supports development projects and emergency aid in developing countries around the world, and assists Canadian communities in crisis. Steelworkers members contribute to the fund through clauses negotiated into their collective agreements.

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Through an executive vote in accordance with the Local Union By-Laws. Sister Dana Faul has been selected as Treasurer. She is the first sister in the local’s history to hold a top officer position. On behalf of the membership, the executive would like to welcome Sister Dana as she transitions into her new role. We look forward to working with her.

Solidarity Forever!

Corey Liebrecht, President

Even the occasional rain cloud couldn’t put a damper on the the Union picnic, the first in many years for this local, that was held Sunday afternoon. Members and their families tuned out all day to enjoy the good food and have a fun time. We would like to thank our retired members of SOAR for manning the BBQ’s and making sure everyone was fed. We also want to thank our other volunteers that included family, for their time setting up, cleaning up and everything in between. To all the members of Local 5890 and your family. Have a fun, safe summer.

The number for the 50/50 draw is 0859876. If you have the winning number, please stop in at the Union office to claim your prize.

In Solidarity!

 

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Brother David Stadnyk on July 13, 2013. Dave worked on the Cut To Length Line before retiring only a few years ago. Our condolences go out to his family. A memorial service will be held on July 27 at 2 PM at the Regina Funeral Home Highway #1 East.

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Johnny Barron passed away suddenly on Sunday April 22.

Johnny as he was known to just about everyone who knew him put over 30 years in at IPSCO as a  machinist in the Steel Division. He was always willing to lighten up the day with a joke.

We are saddened by his passing.

As more information becomes available regarding funeral arrangements it will be posted here.

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Cam Broten was elected as the new NDP leader today at the Saskatchewan NDP leadership convention. Cam was the candidate that the USW in Saskatchewan supported .

Congratulations Cam. The Steel Workers look forward to supporting  you and the NDP in the next provincial election.

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Local 5890 along with Local 5917, SOAR Chapter 19 and the South Sask. Area Council of the USW is planning a picnic! We are currently seeking volunteers to help with this event filled afternoon of food, fun and activities for all Steelworkers active or retired and your family. This will take place on June 23rd, 2013 at a site to be announced at a later date. The involvement and contribution of our members time will make this an enjoyable day for everyone so step up and submit your name to help out. You can do this by contacting Corey Liebrecht or Vasco D’Almedia.

Solidarity Forever

“We must close Union Offices, confiscate their money, and put their leaders in prison. We must reduce workers salaries and take away their right to strike”

Adolph Hitler May 2 1933

Ask yourself this…..Are we as workers in Saskatchewan and Canada going to wait until we hear these words from our government before we act to preserve our standard of living and those of our children and grand children? Because it is already happening in the United States.

Documents Show HD Mining Only Planned on Hiring Its First Canadian Underground Miner in Its 5th Year | BC Federation of Labour.

Heres a couple of CBC investigative reports that were broadcast across Canada. The Steelworkers and USW District 3 Director Steve Hunt helped with information and resources.

Corey Liebrecht will be out of the office December 25th, 2012 and Jan 1st, 2013. Union office support staff Denise Manz will be out of the office from noon December 21st, 2012 to January 2nd, 2013 inclusive. District 3 Staff Rep. Sonny Rioux will be out of the office from Dec 8th 2012 to Jan 14th, 2013 inclusive. All Executive & Committee members can be reached at the following listed numbers and emails. here.