Candidates for National Secretary-Treasurer position
As of the end of the nomination period, there are two candidates for the role of Secretary-Treasurer, a position on […]
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Polls are now open – Elect CMG delegates to CWA Convention and NewsGuild-CWA Sector Conference
Seven candidates have been nominated to serve as delegates at the CWA Convention and NewsGuild-CWA Sector Conference in Pittsburgh, from
Election of CMG delegates to CWA Convention and NewsGuild-CWA Sector Conference
Seven candidates have been nominated to serve as delegates at the CWA Convention and NewsGuild-CWA Sector Conference in Pittsburgh, from August
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Call for nominations: CMG National Secretary-Treasurer
The Canadian Media Guild will soon have a vacancy on our union’s National Executive Committee (NEC) for the position of
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Call for nominations: CMG Delegates to CWA Convention and NewsGuild-CWA Sector Conference
There are two union gatherings in Pittsburgh this August that will connect our union Local, the Canadian Media Guild (CMG),
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Ontario reforms its labour laws, but keeps many of us on hold
This week the Wynne government announced proposed changes to Ontario’s employment and labour laws that would see the minimum wage
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Reality/Factual TV workers urged to fill out survey
The team leading our union’s campaign to give a collective voice to reality and factual TV workers is beginning to
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A step toward ending labour law limbo for factual & reality TV workers?
The signals are good. Early reports indicate that the Ontario government’s Changing Workplaces Review will not be a waste of
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Memorial Service for Keith Maskell, long-time CMG Staff member – Tuesday, May 16
A memorial service for our union brother, friend and colleague, Keith Maskell, will be held Tuesday, May 16 at the
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Update for CMG members – National gathering of our union + CWA Canada election news
May 3, 2017 Dear fellow CMG members, At the end of March, I wrote to you about an upcoming national gathering
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MEDIA MIXER – Career paths in the media and the changing nature of media work
Ottawa – April 20 – An informal chance to make connections with your peers and mentors working in the media, and to discuss career paths and the changing nature of media work.
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MEDIA MIXER – Freelancer or employee?
MEDIA MIXER – Toronto, April 25 – Freelancer or employee? Myths, facts, and tips for navigating the media industry
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“No Free Press, No Freedom” Declaration of principle
The Canadian Media Guild has joined the coalition supporting the declaration of principle of the No Free Press, No Freedom campaign.
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Negotiations for a first agreement between CMG and Corus begin this week
The CMG negotiations committee at Corus is scheduled to meet with Corus management this week to begin talks for our
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Call for Delegates – Represent CMG at national gathering of our union
Dear fellow CMG members, The Canadian Media Guild (CMG) will be sending delegates to a national gathering of our union
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A former factual TV director speaks out about why CMG is calling for change to Ontario’s labour laws
Two special advisers to Ontario’s Minister of Labour are about to release their recommendations on how to address the growing
Canadian Media Guild seeks part-time Administrative Coordinator
The Canadian Media Guild is a democratic trade union that represents over 5000 members across Canada, including employees at the
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Canadian Media Guild seeks a Union Representative to be based in Atlantic Canada
The Canadian Media Guild is a democratic trade union that represents over 5000 members across Canada, including employees at the
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Follow-up on our efforts to stop anti-pension Bill C-27
We, CMG members, have taken action to prevent the approval of Bill C-27 – An Act to amend the Pension
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Fair Pay a top priority for CMG members at Corus
The bargaining survey results are in and they show Fair Pay as a top priority for members, followed by benefits,
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Reminder: Negotiations at Corus – Update, Bargaining survey and Choosing workplace reps
Brief update Until a collective agreement is negotiated Corus is not allowed by law to change the terms or condition
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CMG puts spotlight on the need to reform labour laws for factual and reality TV workers
The Special Advisors involved in the Ontario government’s major review of labour law will be released ‘in the first half of 2017’. We are hoping the final ‘Changing Workplace Review’ document reflects some of the recommendations CMG put forward on behalf of reality and factual TV workers. The CMG is calling for changes in 3 main areas.
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CMG gives Corus notice to bargain – Next step: Setting negotiating priorities
CMG received the union certificate from the Labour Board on Wednesday, February 1, and immediately gave notice to bargain to Corus. We are now working to schedule dates to meet with the company, so that we can start negotiating a collective agreement that improves working conditions and works well for Corus, too.
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Setting the record straight at Corus
Now that you are represented by CMG, Corus cannot unilaterally decide new terms and working conditions. Any changes in terms and conditions need to be negotiated and approved by the union. You have no obligation to personally sign anything that is asking you to revoke your rights to existing benefits, or to change your working conditions in any way.
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