Can I Join, and
How?
YES! There are
very few employees who are not permitted to join
a union, such as farm workers, domestic
employees, management personnel and professional
people. Click
to enquire now.How Can You Become
a Union Member
A majority of
the people you work with would have to make an
application to be a member of the BCTGM Union and
pay a small initiation fee. One of our
representatives will be available to discuss the
details of union membership with you and your
co-workers, at your convenience. Once a majority
of the employees have signed membership cards,
the union will prepare and file the proper
documents. You will then be on your way to
becoming a member of the BCTGM Union.
Click
to enquire now.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Q: What can your employer do about you
joining the BCTGM Union?
A:
NOTHING! It is against the law for an employer or
employer representative to interfere with the
formation or administration of a union and its
members. Click
to enquire now.
Q:
What is the advantage of belonging to the BCTGM
Union?
A: You have your conditions of
employment in a written contract. These
conditions cannot change from day to day. The
contract outlines your rates of pay, holidays,
vacation, job bidding procedure, and a way to
handle complaints. You will also have
professional assistance in negotiation and
administering your contract. Click
to enquire now.
Q:
Are union members the only ones with thier
working conditions covered by a contract?
A:
NO! While the concept was developed by the union
movement, it is used by athletes, entertainers,
and top management. Security in writing is as
important to them as it is to you.
Q:
Are unions bad for Canada?
A:
NO! When you take into account that union members
are 25% more productive than non-union workers.
Sixty-five cents out of every dollar given to
charity comes from union members. Unions make
representation to all levels of government,
promoting a higher standard of living for
everyone - not just their members. Click
to enquire now.
Q:
Do all negotiations end up in a strike?
A:
NO! Less than 5% of all negotiations end up with
a strike. The unfortunate part is that the more
than 95% of negotiations that are settled without
a strike are not covered by the news media.
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to enquire now.
BCTGM
UNION MEMBERSHIP IS:
JUSTICE ON THE JOB
SECURITY FOR THE FAMILY
SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
IT'S TIME: Give us a
call at (902) 450-5160 or email us at
organize@bctgm.ns.ca, and lets talk
Union.
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