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Important News & Events Notice

Oil Kings Game!

We are excited to announce our annual Family Day Weekend Hockey Game! Please note, the game is during the weekend, not on the holiday date of February 17th.

Details:

🏒Edmonton Oil Kings vs. Lethbridge Hurricanes

📅Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025

🕖Time: 7:00 PM

📍Location: Rogers Place (10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton)

💰Price: $10 per ticket

🎟Ticket Limit: 20 per member

Important Information:

• Tickets are first come, first served until sold out.

• Physical tickets will be distributed at the venue before the game.

Arrival & Check-In:

• Registration will be set up inside Ford Hall under the Molson Oil Derrick.

• Members must present their UA card or confirmation email at check-in.

Payment & Registration:

Payments can be made via e-transfer to entertainment.committee@local488.ca. Please include “Hockey Game,” the number of tickets, and your UA card number in the memo.

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Poker Tournament!

We hope that everyone’s got their poker face ready… Join us at our second annual tournament and show it off!

Details:

📅Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025

📍Location: Yellowhead Casino (12464 153 St. NW, Edmonton)

💰Entry Fee: $130.00

• 2:00 PM – Cards in the air

• Each player will receive a cardholder

• Top 5 payout

• Winner receives a trophy

• No refunds after February 24, 2025

A private room has been reserved, and Local 488 flags will mark the entrance. Players will receive a $20.00 refund for food or drinks at the event.

Payment & Registration:

Payments can be made in person or via e-transfer to entertainment.committee@local488.ca. If paying via e-transfer, please include the player’s name, UA card number, and “Poker Tournament” in the message.

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West Edmonton Mall Waterpark!

Everyone has been waiting to know the details of the waterpark event that is hosted each year. We are happy to say that the registration is now open! See below for the details:

📅Date: March 8, 2025

🕡Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

💰Price: $20 per ticket

🎟Ticket Limit: 10 per member

Important Information:

• Tickets are first come, first served until sold out.

• Physical tickets will be distributed at the event—please bring your UA card or confirmation email.

• Children ages 2 and under are free and will not need a ticket

• All attendees, including chaperones, will require a ticket

Arrival & Check-In:

• A registration table will be located outside the waterpark entrance, beside the bridge on the main floor.

• Members must visit our booth to receive their tickets before entry.

Tubes will be provided at no extra charge for all members. We ask that members do not reserve tubes to ensure fair access for everyone. Please note that food, drinks, and additional services inside the waterpark are not covered by Local 488.

Payment & Registration:

Payments can be made via e-transfer to entertainment.committee@local488.ca. Please include “WEM Event,” the number of tickets, and your UA card number in the memo.

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Election Committee 2025

Attention All Members,

Please see the below message from the Local 488 Election Committee.

Thank you to all who accepted a nomination to the Local 488 Election Comittee at the January 18th meeting.

As a reminder, the intention of the Election Committee was to hold an electronic vote for our 2025 committee however, upon further review of the candidates by the Election Committee, it was determined that two (2) of the candidates are on another Committee and one (1) candidate is an employee of a Local 488 affiliate.

The following will form the Election Committee by acclamation:

Rod Boisvert

George Montgomery

Chris Oele

Russ Puchala

James Tworek

Thank you to all who volunteered for this position, congratulations to our new Committee and thank you to our previous committee members for the time and effort they put in during their tenure. 

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PAC Listening Campaign

We are excited to invite you to join us for the upcoming PAC Listening Campaign, an initiative focused on gathering your perspectives, concerns, and insights to better represent our union’s interests. This is a unique opportunity to have your voice heard and to contribute directly to shaping our path forward. Why Attend? Your input will play a crucial role in guiding the PAC’s priorities and actions. By participating, you’ll help ensure that our advocacy efforts reflect the true interests and needs of our membership.

Let’s come together, share our thoughts, and strengthen the solidarity of Local 488. We look forward to seeing you there!

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RMA Social Events

Attention all RMA Members!

There are 3 major events that deserve your attention!

Badlands Passion Play

Booking Deadline June 27, 2024, or trip will be cancelled (must fill 40 seats by this date)

Please note that this price is including bus to and from as well as tickets for the play.

All information included on registration form

Any questions contact Shelley at 780-452-7080.

For Registation Form Click Here!

Hawaiian Cruise

Minimum 10 bookings for exclusive pricing!

Contact Shelley Klassen at 780-482-9532 or via Email : Shelley.klassen@local488.ca to sign up!

Alaskan Cruise

Minimum 10 bookings for exclusive pricing!

Contact Shelley Klassen at 780-482-9532 or via Email : Shelley.klassen@local488.ca to sign up!