A Sad Day
Jack Layton was a charismatic politician who spoke up for the kind and gentle side of politics. He was all […]
The Guild remembers Jack Layton
Members of the Canadian Media Guild are saddened by the loss of our friend and ally, Jack Layton. Jack died
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Embracing Change
An outdated term I try not to use anymore is visible minority. In cities like Toronto and Vancouver more than
Join us at the Toronto Labour Day Parade and get into to the Ex for free!
Bring along your family and friends and join your union at the Labour Day Parade on Monday September 5. March
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Forget free work
Should young journalists work for free (as unpaid interns)? A brave young journalist has publiclly criticized the industry for its
One for all
The digital revolution is dazzling in the speed it has changed our lives. CD are on their way out already
Guild members at Shaw approve new agreement
Members have voted to approve the tentative agreement reached with Shaw Media last week, with 85% voting in favour. In
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Vote today on the agreement with Shaw
You can cast your ballot in the ratification vote on our deal with Shaw Media today between 12 noon and
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Things to remember while on Facebook, Twitter, blogs, etc.
The Guild is launching a series on living and working with social media. This first post provides tips on best
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Mom’s hero
A Toronto couple just won a precedent setting court case that will help thousands of new moms. I’m proud to
All for one
..and one for all. The upside of the flagrant union bashing going on in the US (and the less obvious
Hot topics
The weather isn’t the only thing sizzling. A burning topic for unionistas is two-tiered systems; when a company offers a
Tentative agreement with Shaw Media now online, membership meetings tomorrow
You can download the Memorandum of Settlement we signed yesterday with Shaw management here. Your bargaining committee will be available
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We have a tentative agreement with Shaw
We are pleased to report that we arrived at a tentative agreement with Shaw management today to renew our collective
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We’re back at it next week with Shaw management
We’ll be back at the table with Shaw management and the federal conciliator on Monday. The two remaining issues on
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2011 Election for National Director of CWA/SCA Canada — Voting Period Extended
Because of uncertainty about the resumption of postal service in Canada following the labour dispute at Canada Post, including when
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Everyone’s a winner
Better pay, regular hours, respect; things we all want, and things unions fight for. But many people don’t know the
Make It Great
Getting the community on board is a great way to make friends, connections, and build solid support. That’s the focus
We’re looking for help to redesign our website
Based on your feedback and suggestions, we’re updating our website to serve you better online providing more information, easier access
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Conciliation begins with Shaw
After two days of conciliation talks with Shaw management with the assistance of federal conciliation officer Jennifer Webster, we can
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CMG membership meetings next Tuesday, July 5
As you know, we’re entering conciliation talks with Shaw. We’re scheduled to spend tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday at the Toronto
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Meeting with Paul Robertson
Earlier today, CMG staff representative Keith Maskell and I met with Paul Robertson and Carol Darling. The meeting follows up
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Pension contributions: it’s never too early to save for retirement
A few days ago you received a note from Human Resources about the semi-annual ?re-opener? for people participating in the
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Paul Robertson roundtable: what you need to know
Shaw Media president Paul Robertson has called roundtable meetings at 121 Bloor this week where employees are invited to “ask
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