Please be advised that the ballots were counted on Monday October 23, 2017, by the MoveUP Returning Officer.MoveUP members at Hastings Entertainment voted as follows:In favour of strike action: 78Against strike action: 2Spoiled ballots: 1Total ballots cast: 81We will forward additional updates as they become available.Thank you for your participation and support. Your Bargaining Committee:Keith Parkinson, […]
Please note that the venue for this weekend's strike vote is the Hastings Room, located on the PNE property.The Hastings Room is located in Gate 2 just east of the Forum building. It is a short walk from the track. If you plan on driving to the meeting, there is parking available directly across from […]
Your bargaining committee has called the following meetings to report on the state of negotiations. We will discuss the agreed upon items and the employer's monetary offer at each of the meetings. At the end of the meeting the union will hold a strike vote. Your committee is asking you to vote in favour of […]
The Union and the Employer met on September 21, 2017. The parties discussed what would be required on monetary issues to achieve a new collective agreement. The Employer communicated that they would need to meet with their principals. It was agreed the Employer will provide to the Union a comprehensive monetary proposal by October 9, […]
The Union and the employer met on September 21, 2017. The parties discussed what would be required on monetary issues to achieve a new collective agreement. The employer communicated that they would need to meet with their principles. It was agreed the employer will provide to the Union a comprehensive monetary proposal by October 9, […]
MoveUP is seeking individuals who would be interested in taking on the role of Job Steward.As a Job Steward, you are the eyes and ears of the Union, and you ensure that the Collective Agreement is adhered to.Job Stewards provide important information, insight, and understanding to the Union Representatives and Executive.They also offer support, guidance […]
The Union and the employer met on July 24 and 25, 2017 and had a productive session of bargaining. There were a few items signed off on and the Union provided the employer with its monetary package.On August 1st, 2017, Barry Hodson decided to retire and we wish him well. Brad Bastien, Senior Union Representative, […]
Your negotiating committee met with the Employer's representatives on May 29th and 30th, 2017, during which the parties made some tentative agreements and amendments to previously exchanged proposals. We were scheduled to meet again with the Employer on June 19th but instead met as a Union negotiating committee to review outstanding proposals. We still have […]
Your negotiating committee met with the Employer's representatives on May 29th and 30th, 2017, during which the parties made some tentative agreements and amendments to previously exchanged proposals. We were scheduled to meet again with the Employer on June 19th but instead met as a Union negotiating committee to review outstanding proposals. We still have […]
Please be advised that Union Representative Barry Hodson has been assigned to negotiate a new collective agreement for Hastings Entertainment, Inc.Dates have been secured to commence bargaining with your Employer. Negotiations will recommence on May 29th and 30th, 2017.Barry Hodson may be reached at the union office 604-299-0378, or by email at bhodson@moveuptogether.ca.In solidarity,Brad BastienSenior […]
