Bulletin
FortisBC – LOU#45 Remote Work – Update#4
April 29, 2025
To: All MoveUP Members at FortisBC
LOU#45 Remote Work – First Wave Initiated
MoveUP members at FortisBC in eligible roles have been notified for the new remote work program trial under Letter of Understanding #45 (LOU #45).
This remote work agreement is a direct result of MoveUP members advocating for flexible work options that support work-life balance and job security. Your voice and engagement made it possible to reach this agreement.
Here’s how it works
- Phase 1 Eligibility: The company has identified specific roles eligible for the first phase of the program. These include Information Systems, Finance, External Communications and Resource Development.
- Phase 2 Timeline: A second phase is expected to launch after a minimum of three months based on initial trial outcomes.
- Training & Rollout:
- Managers and directors received their training in early April.
- As of April 28, 2025, all eligible members have been notified and provided high level details on the program, the expectations and the steps to take if they are interested to be part of the trial.
- Approved members will have one-on-one meetings with their manager to review program details, expectations, and deliverables.
- Eligible members can begin working remotely as soon as they and their managers complete the necessary training and paperwork.
Your Rights & Participation
- Participation is voluntary. You are not required to disclose a reason for not participating.
- You can withdraw from the program at any time.
- Company-Provided Equipment: FortisBC will supply a laptop, mouse, keyboard, camera, and headset for remote work.
- Additional Costs: Any costs beyond this list will not be covered by the company.
- Home Office Equipment Purchase Program: Members can access the Lenovo Employee Purchase Program through Connector for additional equipment.
- The Trial Program document can be found on connector under “My employment centre – My union information – MoveUP – collective agreements – Trial Remote Work Program.”
Additional Information and Questions
Please read the Trial Program document for more information. If you have questions about the Trial Program document or your specific role or department, please contact your supervisor.
For all other questions, comments, or concerns about the program, please contact the FBC Remote Work Committee at fbcrwc@moveuptogether.ca.
In solidarity,
April Young, Union Representative
Kyle Miller, Remote Work Committee Member
Carolyn Whittla, Remote Work Committee Member
Mike Hendriks, Remote Work Committee Member
