We have some more good news from the Local. For those working under the GMPC/NMC Agreement, we are excited to announce that effective January 1, 2023, double time (DT) and hours earned have returned in the 2023/2024 agreement.
DT will now begin at after ten (10) hours on all regular workdays
DT for all hours worked on Saturdays
DT for all hours worked on Sundays (for both Long-Term and Short-Term Maintenance workers)
DT for all hours on all Statutory Holidays
We have eliminated the $0.75 difference for LTM in the Fort McMurray area
This announcement is well deserved and will surely help our members to live a better quality of life.
Please see below and click on the link to read the full announcement from the GPMC.
To all the hardworking members of UA Local 488, we wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and the company of loved ones. Your dedication and commitment throughout the year do not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for all that you do. May this season bring you good health, happiness, and well-deserved rest.
Please see our holiday hours below, and let’s look forward to a safe and prosperous New Year ahead. Happy Holidays! 🎄✨🎅
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!
The Entertainment Committee invites you and your family to a special Halloween Family Movie Night at the Norm Darbyshire Dispatch Hall on Friday, October 25, 2024. Doors will open at 6:00PM and the movie will begin at 7:00 PM.
Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided, and there will be prizes for the best costumes and plenty of fun activities for the kids. In the spirit of giving, we kindly ask each attendee to bring a non-perishable food item to support the Edmonton Food Bank.
While tables and chairs will be available, for your comfort, we recommend bringing your own camping chairs for the movie. We look forward to seeing you there!
