"I was there when we brought the Union in. The first-time contract they won for us was unbelievable. It changed the quality of my life. I am now a Shop Steward and enjoy working with my Union and looking after my fellow workers. "
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July 15, 2014
It is with the deepest regret that we must inform you that Brother Robert (Bobby) J. Kornhass, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 464, died at his home on Friday, July 11th.
April 22, 2014
A blind, autistic young singer, Christopher Duffley, belting out "Lean On Me" at a Teamsters gathering:
April 22, 2014
We think readers and, particularly, Ontario teachers, would be interested to learn what the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan has been up to lately. In a word, union-busting.
January 3, 2014
James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship
The application, academic record, brochure and poster can be found at this link:
February 22, 2013
Almost five years ago, Alco Ventures Inc. boasted rapid growth, high sales, and an efficient workforce. But one key problem threatened to overshadow the company’s success.
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Testimonial
- Paul Landrecht - Shop Steward. Island Farms Dairy.
For
35 years I have been a Teamster and a Dairyworker, I was a young kid needing a
job in tough economic times. I found a place to work and make a living, I
learned to work together with others having varying and different backgrounds
than my own.
Much has changed for me personally and professionally, I got married to my
beautiful wife of almost 25 years and we have raised two amazing children, both
of whom are presently studying abroad. Both of my children were recipients of
Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Funding.
So much of my success I can credit to having a well paying union job. The
Teamsters have been a great union for me, negotiating strong collective
agreements that held good wage and benefit packages as well as the cornerstone
beliefs of seniority and workers’ rights. The Teamsters gave me a good wage and
a voice.
I have always been an active Teamster, and now I sit on Local 464's Executive
Board.
There can be a great degree of personal feelings when the word union is
mentioned, but so often I look at professional associations and realize the
name may be different, but the thought is the same...strength in numbers.
As I get toward the end of my career, I look forward to the thought of
receiving the Teamsters Canada Pension Plan, and I am so grateful for the
belief others had before me that Teamsters deserved a good and decent
retirement...thank you.
Drew
- Drew Speirs
“They have demonstrated the dedication and leadership that
our Local requires. They have always provided sound counsel, support, and frank
discussion on matters involving the members, contract negotiations and our
Local.“
- Bruce Tillapaugh –Shop Steward. Island Farms, Victoria