We are as surprised as anyone that we’re at Christmas already, where does the time go?
It’s been a very busy year at the Local, completing bargaining with The Original Cakerie and Canada Bread (Bimbo Canada). Bargaining with Agrifoods and Agropur are ongoing as I write this. Meanwhile, Lactalis (Olympic Dairy) is waiting in the wings.
The IBT is back in the swing of things, with the Bakery and Dairy Divisions holding conferences once again, as well as the IBT Unity Conference in October and various other conferences.
Teamsters Canada held a very successful fundraiser for their vocational scholarship, available for Canadian Teamster members, while the JR Hoffa scholarship and the new IBT scholarship are available to support the education of the family members of our membership. (Keep an eye on your Union notice board for details!)
Local 464 held our now annual charity golf tournament in September, raising $2,900 for Coast Mental Health Foundation, who we’ll be partnering with again for 2024’s tournament.
Also, the four BC Teamster Locals affiliated with Joint Council 36 held their inaugural Education Week for a select group of our Shop Stewards, which went off without a hitch in October. This is planned to be an annual affair, bringing together Stewards from across BC and the Yukon and all four Locals.
One constant has been the support of our members, and that is the best gift of all.
From all of us at the Local, we hope you find the time to enjoy the Celebratory Season with friends and family. We wish for you to have a safe and happy Season and a prosperous New Year!
Fraternally,
Paul Barton
Secretary-Treasurer