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| Feb 09, 2010 | | | Mandatory Retirement at age sixty-five (65) | | | BCMEA takes policy position to abolish mandatory retirement & encourages ILWU to do the same.
In December 2009, BCMEA wrote the ILWU advising of its policy position to eliminate mandatory retirement as “the law in this area was “migrating” towards the abolishment of mandatory retirement at a specific age”.
BCMEA further stated “given this legal and social trend, BCMEA’s policy position is that workers who turn age 65 and who are not in receipt of a pension should be entitled to choose between retiring and continuing to work as longshore or foremen employees.”
BCMEA had extended an invitation to all the ILWU Longshore Locals to join the BCMEA in championing this proactive change to the industry. However, to date, the ILWU has declined that invitation which is necessary to implement the change. | | | |
| Feb 02, 2010 |  Download
(PDF 201KB)
| | Olympic Transportation Plan | | Due to the potential impact of the 2010 Olympics on transportation to the North Shore, BCMEA has made arrangements for the transportation of workers to and from dispatch to their work sites. This plan will be in effect from Feb. 9, 2010 to Feb. 28, 2010 and applies only to the 0800 and 1630 shifts. Taxi’s will continue to be used for 0100 shift as well as Port Moody.
For the complete detailed schedule please view the attachment. | | | |
| Sep 14, 2009 | | | Attention All Rail Rated Employees in Vancouver | | In order to facilitate training scheduling for the upcoming rail upgrades, please ensure that BCMEA has your most recent contact details.
To update your contact information, please email Joe Shewfelt or telephone at 604-694-2314
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| Aug 05, 2009 | Download
(PDF 586KB)
| | BCMEA Arbitration Win: Cruise Ship Shore Power | | | A Union jurisdictional claim relating to the provision of Shore Power at Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal was successfully
concluded at arbitration. The Port of Metro Vancouver, Holland America, Princess Cruises, and both the Provincial and Federal
Governments have been working cooperatively on a Shore Power project that involved a combined investment of 9 million
dollars. The principle objective was to provide electrical power to cruise ships docked at the Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal.
This “green” initiative would allow the cruise ships to shut down their diesel engines and thereby reduce their air emissions while
berthed in and around the inner harbour in Vancouver
This matter was heard by an Arbitrator over a period of three days: June 08, July 03 and 17, 2009. Upon considering the parties
evidence and submissions the Arbitrator dismissed the Union’s claim to the work by finding that the work in question was not
work covered by the Collective Agreement. In reaching this conclusion the Arbitrator made two primary findings:
1. The electrical contractor was contracted by the Port Authority to do the installation of the Shore Power equipment and
not by a BCMEA member.
2. As neither the electrical contract nor the Port are members of the BCMEA the work could not fall under the jurisdiction
of the Collective Agreement. | | | |
| Mar 17, 2009 | Download
(PDF 24KB)
| | TRADE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM | |
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TRADE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM |
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The BCMEA and the ILWU are implementing an Apprenticeship Program.
There are a limited number of positions
available in the following trades:
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
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Industrial Electrician
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Millwright |
Application for Trade Apprenticeship (PDF
24 KB)
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Application Forms are also
available at:
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Vancouver Dispatch Hall
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Local 502 Dispatch
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ILWU Local 500 Office |
The completed application form is to be placed in a box located in
the Vancouver Dispatch Hall, the Local 502 Dispatch Hall, the ILWU
Local 500 office or emailed to
jobs@bcmea.com.
Application deadline is April 2, 2009.
Applications will only be accepted from Longshore workers covered by
the BCMEA/ILWU Collective Agreement.
Applicants will be expected to meet provincial standards before
being registered as an apprentice. Applications will be retained for
future use.
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| Feb 23, 2009 | Download
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| | PORT PASS RENEWAL NOTICE | |
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PORT PASS RENEWAL NOTICE
Most cards expire February 2009. Port Pass renewals process is underway. This will be happening in the classroom in Vancouver dispatch
office.
Hours of operation:
08:00 – 12:30 and 14:00 to 15:00
Port Pass Renewal Application (PDF 25 KB)
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REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION
Each employee must have one (1) piece of Primary ID and one (1) piece of
Secondary ID (two pieces of Primary ID is acceptable). SIN and credit
cards are NOT acceptable forms of identification.
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PRIMARY ID |
SECONDARY ID |
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Valid Drivers’ License |
Care Card |
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Valid Passport |
Birth Certificate |
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Valid BCID |
Citizenship Card |
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Valid Firearms Acquisition Cert. |
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Valid Native Status Card |
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Don't forget to bring your reading glasses if necessary.
You will need a valid port pass to access job sites.
If your port pass expires, it will NOT WORK.
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| Oct 10, 2008 | | | Joint BCMEA/ILWU Local 500 2009 training program | | | The posting for the Joint BCMEA/ILWU Local 500 2009 training program is up at the union hall. If you wish to apply for training in 2009 please be sure that you complete an application form by October 16, 2008. Lists are not carried over from year-to-year so if you want to be considered for 2009 training, you must re-apply. | | | |
| Aug 05, 2008 | Download
(PDF 53KB)
| | 3rd Annual Canada Maritime Conference | | The Journal of Commerce Conferences and Canadian Sailings magazine are pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Canada
Maritime Conference, September 30 – October 1, 2008, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel in Vancouver,
Canada. This year’s conference will feature senior-level officials representing carriers, terminal operators, shippers, the
logistics and supply chain industries, labour, security and the environment.
The conference, which is hosted by Port Metro Vancouver, examines issues and trends involving important trade lanes
for Canadian ports, shippers and transportation and logistics providers. The theme of the 2008 conference, “Supply
Chain Transparencies,” the program will focus on developments and challenges in Asian, European and other major
supply chains with Canada, as well as issues and regulations impacting the flow of cargo. Topics to be discussed
include port efficiency, US-Canada border issues, Canada’s export boom, the future of rail in Canada, shifting trade
lanes and regional market trends. | | | |
| Apr 21, 2008 | | | Cruise season startup | | AS PER TRANSPORT CANADA SECURITY REGULATIONS ONLY EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE THEIR PHYSICAL PORT PASSES WITH TRANSPORTATION CANADA SECURITY CLEARANCE WILL BE DISPATCHED TO COASTWISE WORK.
IF YOU HAVE NOT PICKED UP YOUR LAMINATE, PLEASE SEE THE VANCOUVER DISPATCH OFFICE PRIOR TO ENTERING A CRUISE SHIP FACILITY.
View the complete 2008 Vancouver-Alaska Cruise Schedule. | | | |
| Apr 18, 2008 | | | Is your Port Pass expiring soon? | | | Please note: Port passes which were originally issued in April and May 2003 will be expiring shortly. Please check the date of expiry on your port pass, and ensure you pick-up a new one from Despatch daily between 0800 and 1430hrs before it expires. | | | |
| Mar 28, 2008 | | | Transport Security Clearance (TSC) Update | |
Transport Security Clearance (TSC) Update
We would like to remind all employees who wish to work COASTWISE, and at
container terminals, and especially Head Checkers, Electricians and Operational
and Electrical Foremen, that they are now required to have Transportation Canada
Security Clearance.
For more information about these regulations
please go to:
www.tc.gc.ca/MarineSecurity/Regulatory/Initiatives/InfopackageMTSCP.htm
CURRENT APPLICANTS:
If you have already applied, please be aware that the processing time for the
applications can take 2 weeks to 3 months. Your security clearance can be
checked on-line using your mybcmea.com account. Alternatively you can check
postings at Despatch Hall which are regularly updated with those employees who
have been cleared to obtain your updated port pass.
If you do not have a mybcmea.com account call 1-866-GO-BCMEA (1-866-462-2632) to
get your password.
NEW APPLICANTS:
If you have not yet applied, please fill out an application (can be downloaded from the link below or picked-up from Despatch), and then make an appointment by calling:
Westguard at (604) 488-3508
#280 - 1575 W. Georgia Street, Vancouver BC
Please note: that should you choose to go to this location, you must get your
application form signed by an Authorized Signator at the Vancouver Despatch
Centre BEFORE attending the Westguard office.
For a copy of the TSC application form and the “How-To” guide, please select the
links below:
TSC
Application
TSC
How-To Guide
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| Feb 25, 2008 | Download
(PDF 25KB)
| | New Despatch Times - Effective March 3, 2008 | | Collective Agreement changes to Despatch Times will be in effect this coming Monday, March 3, 2008. Please refer to the attached document for additional information.
08:00 (Vancouver & Squamish) - Day shift will be despatched starting at 06:45am (Prev. 07:00am)
16:30 (Vancouver) - Night shift will be despatched starting at 15:00pm (Prev. 15:15pm)
16:30 (Squamish) - Night shift will be despatched starting at 14:45pm (Prev. 15:00pm) | | | |
| Jan 07, 2008 | Download
(PDF 335KB)
| | Marine Transportation Security Clearance Program | | As scheduled, the Federal Court of Appeal heard oral arguments on the ILWU’s applications this morning at 8:30 a.m.
The ILWU is asking the Federal Court of Appeal for 1) a stay of the CIRB order and 2) a stay of the MTSCP regulation.
The Federal Court of Appeal dismissed the ILWU’s applications to stay the CIRB Order and the MTSCP.
In dismissing the applications for interim stays, the Court held that the ILWU failed to establish that they would suffer "irreparable harm" by applying for TSCs.
Furthermore, the Court held that the balance of convenience did not tip in favour of ILWU. The Court noted that the "the public interest purpose underlying the Regulations is undeniable" and that harm to the Canadian economy and port business were significant. This weighed against granting the ILWU’s request for relief.
Accordingly, the CIRB order is effective tomorrow and the February 20, 2008 MTSCP implementation date applies. | | | |
| Dec 27, 2007 | Download
(PDF 451KB)
| | Marine Transportation Security Clearance Program | | | As you are aware, the Government of Canada has introduced new security regulations regarding security clearances for certain waterfront employees. The new regulations became effective December 15, 2007, however, legislative exemption issued by the Federal Government extended the compliance date to February 20, 2008. They require Container Terminals and Cruise Ship Facilities to ensure that employees who work in certain positions or have access to designated restricted area(s) within these Facilities have received Transportation Canada Security Clearance by the February 20th deadline.
At this time Container Terminal Head Checkers, Electricians and Operational and Electrical Foremen who work at container terminals are required to have received a Transportation Canada Security Clearance by February 20, 2008. For more information about these regulations please go to: www.tc.gc.ca/MarineSecurity/Regulatory/Initiatives/InfopackageMTSCP.htm
Given the time Transportation Canada requires to process a security clearance application, it is necessary that employees requiring such clearance make application by January 21, 2008.
You can make your application between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm from January 7th through January 21st, 2008 at the following location:
BCMEA Despatch Centre
1430 Franklin Street,
Vancouver, BC
V6A 1A4
At that time, you will be able to submit the completed application and be processed by the Commissionaires. Please see the attached How-To Guide and application form for details.
Additional enrolment locations, dates and times will be announced upon confirmation. | | | |
| Dec 21, 2007 | Download
(PDF 168KB)
| | BCMEA - Illegal Strike Application - CIRB Case No. 26503-C | | | Synopsis of the CIRB's award | | | |
| Dec 21, 2007 | Download
(PDF 305KB)
| | CIRB Decision - Security Clearance | | | Full Text copy of the CIRB's Orders | | | |
| Dec 20, 2007 | | | CIRB Decision - Marine Transportation Security | | | Please be advised that the Canada Industrial Relations Board issued its decision today on the Marine Transportation Security matter.
The Association and intervenor employers were successful.
The CIRB has declared that the ILWU has engaged in an illegal strike by directing its members to not apply for Transportation Security Clearance.
Further details will follow shortly. | | | |
| Dec 12, 2007 | Download
(PDF 151KB)
| | ILWU Election Results | | | 2007 ILWU Annual Election Final Results | | | |
| Nov 14, 2007 | Download
(PDF 203KB)
| | Bell Mobility Offer | | | Bell Mobility has a special offer available to all BCMEA Members and employees. Please see the attached flyer for details. Rate plan offer expires December 31, 2007. Employees must present their Port ID to be eligible for the rate plan offer. | | | |
| Nov 01, 2007 | Download
(PDF 449KB)
| | Fitness World - Employee Discount | | | Fitness World has offered reduced rates to BCMEA employees. $159 off enrollment fees and a monthly fee of $26 for new members. For more details, please see attached flyer. Employees will be required to present a copy of the flyer, Port ID and a Rate Reservation Card at all Fitness World locations as proof of employment. Rate Reservation Cards can be picked up at 500 - 349 Railway St. | | | |
| Sep 19, 2007 | Download
(PDF 296KB)
| | Marine Transportation Security Clearance Program | | | The Government of Canada has introduced new security regulations regarding security clearances for certain waterfront employees. The new regulations will become effective December 15, 2007. They require Container Terminals and Cruise Ship Facilities to ensure that employees who work in certain positions or have access to designated restricted area(s) within these Facilities have received Transportation Canada Security Clearance by December 15, 2007.
At this time Container Terminal Head Checkers and Electricians who work at container terminals are required to have received a Transportation Canada Security Clearance by December 15, 2007. For more information about these regulations please go to:
www.tc.gc.ca/MarineSecurity/Regulatory/Initiatives/InfopackageMTSCP.htm
Given the time Transportation Canada requires to process a security clearance application, it is necessary that employees requiring such clearance make application during the month of September, 2007. You can make your application at the BCMEA Despatch Centre located at 1430 Franklin Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1A4 between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm on September 27, 28 & 29, 2007. At that time, you will be able to complete the application on-line, have your application signed off by an Access Control Officer and be processed by the Commissionaires. Please see the attached application form for details. | | | |
| Sep 13, 2005 | Download
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| | BCMEA Announcement | | Following the merger of the BCMEA and the WFEA, the BCMEA is pleased to announce the confirmed appointment of two senior staff positions within the consolidated Association.
Mr. Onkar Athwal has been appointed to the position of Vice President of Human Resources and Mr. Jason Koshman has been appointed to the position of General Counsel for the BCMEA. | | | |
| Aug 19, 2005 | Download
(PDF 32KB)
| | BCMEA Announcement | | The BCMEA Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointments of Frank Pasacreta as President & Chief Executive Officer and Grant Mebs as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
These appointments follow the recent merger of the BCMEA with the WFEA and the subsequent international search for a President & CEO to lead the newly consolidated organization. | | | |
| Apr 25, 2005 | Download
(PDF 36KB)
| | BCMEA/WFEA Merger | | | The membership of the Waterfront Foremen Employers Association (WFEA) and the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) announce their decision to merge the two organizations to form a single association representing the interests of Canada's west coast waterfront employers and shippers. | | | |
| Apr 12, 2005 | Download
(PDF 121KB)
| | Double Trouble: Parallel Prosecutions for Health and Safety Offences | | | A very recent case involving a construction supervisor suggests that parallel presecutions brought under the Criminal Code of Canada and occupational health and safety ("OHS") legislation are now a reality. | | | |
| Apr 27, 2004 | Download
(PDF 31KB)
| | National Security Policy Ignores Canada’s Port Operators | | | BCMEA Chair Tim Chapman voices the concerns of the Canadian Coalition for Maritime Security about the lack of federal government funding for security regulations at Canada’s ports and maritime facilities. | | | |
| Jan 08, 2004 | Download
(PDF 72KB)
| | Maritime industry concerned by Transport Canada's disregard for $100 million security costs imposed on operators | | | The BCMEA raised its objections to Transport Canada's plans to download all port security improvement costs on private-sector operators at public consultations in Vancouver on January 8, 2004. | | | |
| Dec 03, 2003 | Download
(PDF 42KB)
| | New Port Security Regulations to Cost Canadian Maritime Operators Upwards of $100 million | | | Although BCMEA members fully support the International Ship and Security code, they are calling on the federal government for funding to help with implementation costs. | | | |
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