891 WILDFIRE APP AVAILABLE ON IPHONE AND ANDROID
Posted: Apr 19, 2024 09:39
Did you know the majority of human-caused wildfires in BC happen in the spring and fall? As we head towards warmer weather, the BC Wildfire Service is noting a high potential for an active spring wildfire season. Prepare yourself and be safe on set with the 891 Wildfire App, a new tool commissioned by President Mitch Davies to evaluate wildfire smoke risk and PM2.5 concentration in your location. If you are concerned about wildfire smoke exposure please speak to your immediate supervisor or contact the production safety representative. Download the app today on iPhone and Android.
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IMPORTANT UPDATES TO TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT
Posted: Apr 18, 2024 16:27
Updated: Apr 18, 2024 16:53
The IATSE 891 2024 Operating Budget was ratified by the Executive Committee on March 25, 2024, following recommendation by the Audit Committee and approval by the Executive Board. This budget took into account a motion from the general membership concerning software reimbursements, the impact of the recent industry strikes on IATSE 891, the subsequent slow start-up in BC production levels, and the continued uncertainty due to current contract negotiations with the IATSE International and the AMPTP.
Consequently this budget observes the following effective April 1, 2024:
- The annual cap for reimbursement requests will be $500 for the remainder of 2024.
- Members can claim up to $500, including film-related software and/or skills upgrade reimbursement requests.
- The $500 cap does not apply to reimbursement allotments for safety courses.
Read more about changes to Training Reimbursements on our website here.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: JULIA NEVILLE
Posted: Apr 18, 2024 16:52
"As a member, that was the biggest benefit that I got out of being involved with the Union - that sense of not being alone."
Our latest Member Spotlight celebrates Julia Neville – a leader who has advanced workers rights, health benefits, and organizing efforts across Western Canada! Thank you Julia for the trail you've blazed for workers and the BC film industry. Before she retires next month as an International Rep. you can learn more about her impact here!
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EASTER LONG WEEKEND HOURS OF OPERATION
Posted: Mar 26, 2024 14:56
Updated: Mar 28, 2024 11:13
Administration
Friday, March 29 - CLOSED
Monday, April 1 - OPEN
Dispatch
Friday, March 29 - CLOSED
Saturday, March 30 - CLOSED
Sunday, March 31 - OPEN 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Monday, April 1 - OPEN 7:00 am to 10:30 pm
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CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT: BUSINESS REP. VOTE RESULTS
Posted: Mar 21, 2024 14:17
Voting opened at 1:00 pm on Friday, February 16, 2024 on a Constitutional Amendment allowing members to decide whether the Business Representative position should be elected or hired. Voting closed Monday, March 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm.
The Amendment did not meet the required two-thirds majority (66.7%) threshold to pass. The Business Representative position will remain an elected role.
Click here to view the official Teller's Report.
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