At UNIFOR LOCAL 76, we represent the Operators and Tradesman that are employed by Catalyst Powell River a Division of Paper Excellence. We are part of Unifor Canada which has over 300,000 members across Canada.
To learn more about UNIFOR LOCAL 76, , please call us at (604) 483-4130.
local 76 Office-5814 ASH AVE
Powell River, BC V8A 4R4
(604) 483-4130
Next Regular Meetings:
Sept 13, 2023 @7:30pm Wednesday
Meeting in Upper Hall
October 11, 2023 @ 7:30pm Wednesday
Updated total combined #140 is new total of all Severed members the company has agreed to issue on April 28, 2023
If you wish to extend benefits for additional 3 months contact Cathy Lindenthaler or company portion will be paid out. CPP contributions, EI & Income TAX apply, with no RRSP provision. As per Act part 8 Section 64
Please attend the Union Meeting as new information is provided to make an informed decision.
We have started Payroll Reconciliation for Powell River on November 10, 2022. As we work through our list with employer of payroll issues and grievances. We are hoping it will not be an issue to collect Severance as the company has agreed with us and is working on resolving our issues. We have had discussions with Vince Lucas National Rep involvement with HR PE Curtis Jeffrey. We believe they are trying to treat us respectfully and fairly.
Mill Seniority as of Jan 2022
on Seniority Page
Look on the Job opportunities at Work BC job board for Info on who is hiring.
The HEO course starts by the end of September 26,2022 in Powell River and then Maple Ridge contact Kelly Sinclair 1-778-229-2155.
Second HEO Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate Program VIU course & Work BC
8 openings for full 17-week course 10 weeks essential skills training in Powell River
Oct 11 to Dec 16 in PR. Then to Ladysmith for 9 weeks Jan 2, 2023 to March 10, 2023. VIU Training facility Course certification in road builder & Heavy construction Foundation, and Heavy Equipment Operator of qualification and certificate of Apprenticeship. ITA recognized certificates.
Laptops provided to all participants.
Work clothes, PPE and school supplies provided
Following 8 weeks March 13, 2023 to May 5, 2023
Local Work Experience on Tla’amin Nation projects, clearing land for housing.
Contact Work BC Rob Hughes 604 414-5187 to access HEO program
starts Oct 11, 2022 to May 12, 2023
Emma Morgan-Thorpe Program Coordinator VIU 604-485-8051
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