Free tax clinic for staff and students on low income
The following message is being sent on behalf of ACORN, an independent anti-poverty organization that represents low and moderate income families. We advocate for access to affordable housing, safer neighborhoods, and higher standards of living in our communities. ACORN is endorsed by OPSEU 415. They want to let you know about their Free Tax Clinic that […]
OPSEU President Slams Ontario Liberals on Saudi school debcal
Please read full article here read OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas is looking for answers from Ontario Liberals
Results of the Election for Officers for OPSEU Local 415
I am pleased to announce the results of the election for officer positions for OPSEU Local 415, representing Professors, Instructors, Counsellors and Librarians. The membership have re-elected or elected, all by acclamation, the following people: President: Pat Kennedy 1st VP: Jack Wilson 2nd VP: David Haley Chief Steward: J.P. Lamarche Secretary: Judy Puritt Treasurer: Shawn […]
Stop Hydro Privatization-Rally Outside the Office of Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli
Members of Local 415 are asked to join the Citizen’s Coalition Against Privatization as they hold a demonstration in front of Ontario Energy Minister Bob Chiarelli’s office located at 2249 Carling Ave. on Friday November 27th from 3:30 PM until 5:00 PM. The coalition is engaging citizens across Ontario concerned about the sale of a provincial […]
Support the NDP Opposition Day Motion to end the sale of Hydro One
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Like more than 80 per cent of Ontarian s, we strongly oppose Premier Kathleen Wynne’s plan to privatize Hydro One. The Liberal government doesn’t have a mandate to sell off this important public asset. Just because she’s sold off the first batch of shares doesn’t mean this fight is over. It’s […]
Nominations for Positions
Nominations are now open for the six officer positions of the local. Any of the 36 stewards listed below are eligible to be nominated for any of the six positions: President First Vice President Second Vice President Chief Steward Treasurer Secretary Nominations are open until Thursday, November 26 at 4 p.m. A nomination form appears […]
CUPE Rock for Public Services -Nov.14
Upcoming “Rock for Public Services”fundraiser for Sisters in Spirit, Native Women’s Association of Canada. This free concert sponsored by CUPE Local 503 is taking place on Saturday November 14,2015 at TD Place (1015 Bank Street), doors open at 6:30 pm. Thank you. In Solidarity, Jennifer Moore ODLC Administration
Board of Governors update–Stephen Heckbert, Academic representative on the board
Board of Governors update from Stephen Heckbert, Academic representative on the board As I start my term on the board this year, the board will be looking at some key decisions over the next few years: the Healthy Living Initiative, the college’s strategic plan, and decisions about where to focus resources to ensure the long-term […]
Local Lines October 2015 edition
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Local 415 Elections
Term of office: January 1,2016 to December 31,2017 Steward Nominations close November 5,2015 4:00 PM . Union elections are held in two stages. first is the election of stewards who are nominated and elected by members of their campus location. The elected stewards constitute the Local Executive Committee (LEC). The second stage is the election […]