Stop the Attacks on Labour

Local 793 members may receive automated phone calls from the International Union about Bill C-377 and other anti-union legislation being proposed by Canada’s federal Conservative government. Bill C-377 is a Conservative private members bill that attacks freedom of association and free speech and infringes on individual privacy. Local 793 business manager Mike Gallagher, who is […]

Local 793 members may receive automated phone calls from the International Union about Bill C-377 and other anti-union legislation being proposed by Canada’s federal Conservative government. Bill C-377 is a Conservative private members bill that attacks freedom of association and free speech and infringes on individual privacy. Local 793 business manager Mike Gallagher, who is a vice-president on the IUOE general executive board, has lobbied for support from the International about issues that impact Canadian operators and their families. The automated calls from the International are part of that initiative.

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Union Dues to Increase

A dues increase goes into effect July 1, 2015 for all members of Local 793 and bargaining unit employees working under an IUOE Local 793 collective agreement. Click here to see the notice.

A dues increase goes into effect July 1, 2015 for all members of Local 793 and bargaining unit employees working under an IUOE Local 793 collective agreement.

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Ministry of Labour says Blitzes Coming

The Ministry of Labour (MOL) has announced several blitzes that will be taking place throughout the next few months focusing on various aspects of the industry. In May and June, MOL construction inspectors will visit workplaces where vehicles, mobile construction equipment and pedestrian workers may be present. Click here to see story in Daily Commercial News […]

The Ministry of Labour (MOL) has announced several blitzes that will be taking place throughout the next few months focusing on various aspects of the industry. In May and June, MOL construction inspectors will visit workplaces where vehicles, mobile construction equipment and pedestrian workers may be present.

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Local 793 Collaborates with Company on TV Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2015 Toronto’s Breakthrough Entertainment is currently in pre-production of an exciting new TV program called “Terrific Trucks”, a live-action, pre-school series for the Sprout Network (NBC/Universal) in the United States, expected to be broadcast in the spring of 2016. This series aims to demonstrate early childhood learning and value messages through the actions of […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 16, 2015
Toronto’s Breakthrough Entertainment is currently in pre-production of an exciting new TV program called “Terrific Trucks”, a live-action, pre-school series for the Sprout Network (NBC/Universal) in the United States, expected to be broadcast in the spring of 2016.

This series aims to demonstrate early childhood learning and value messages through the actions of real construction vehicles that live in a quarry and work together on simple, real-life projects. Our primary location will be the re-designed Kelso Quarry in Milton (5437 Steeles Avenue West), but we will also travel to nearby locations to perform different tasks.

Our cast of real truck characters include a an excavator (CAT 330), front-end loader (CAT 938), skid steer (Bobcat S185), Mack dump truck and Kenworth tractor-trailer, all cleverly modified to play colourful characters embodying human characteristics, who work together while learning valuable life lessons about sharing, caring, teamwork, and dedication to excellence.

The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 793, has agreed to collaborate with Terrific Trucks to provide skilled drivers for our character vehicles, ensuring excellence of operation and the highest level of safety for our cast and crew throughout the filming process.

Filming will start May 21, 5-days a week, with a minimum 10-hour day for a work period of 20 weeks, ending October 2nd. Wages will be paid as per the Provincial Agreement Schedule D. Complete craft and catering will be provided daily by the production.

There are still positions available for experienced drivers of the Bobcat S185 (foot pedal model) and the Kenworth and Mack trucks (A-Z license required), who also have a background with the other vehicles. Drivers will be required to work collaboratively with our film crew and take direction in a collaborative manner. As safety is our primary concern, participating in the planning and execution of the action is an on-going part of the commitment. We expect to learn a lot from our operators, while at the same time teaching you the protocol of working safely in a film environment.

It is important to understand that operators will also be required to perform on-camera from time to time in non-speaking background roles, executing simple tasks that construction personnel and operators would normally undertake around the vehicles and on a work site.

So, if you are looking for an exciting, dynamic and unique work experience this summer, please e-mail your resume to me immediately and we will contact you for an audition and try-out this week and explain all of the terms of employment. Engagement is at the sole discretion of the producers and only those able to fulfil all aspects of the job will be employed.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the management of IUOE Local 793 for their gracious support and encouragement in this wonderful series, one we hope to work on together for many years to come.

Neil Bregman, Producer
TERRIFIC TRUCKS PRODUCTIONS INC.
neil@soundventure.com
(647) 969-5828

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Special Called Proposal Meetings

Special Called Proposal Meetings for the 2016-2019 Provincial Collective Agreement have been scheduled during Local 793 district meetings in June. Please be sure you attend these important proposal meetings and notify as many of your fellow members as possible who work under the Provincial Collective Agreement. With proposals from the membership, the provincial negotiating committee will […]

Special Called Proposal Meetings for the 2016-2019 Provincial Collective Agreement have been scheduled during Local 793 district meetings in June.

Please be sure you attend these important proposal meetings and notify as many of your fellow members as possible who work under the Provincial Collective Agreement.

With proposals from the membership, the provincial negotiating committee will begin the process that will lead to bargaining a fair renewal agreement.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call your local district union office.

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Long-standing Union Member Passes Away

James “Jim” Anderson, a respected and long-standing member of Local 793, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015. Jim was a retired crane operator, and former area supervisor and treasurer of the local. He joined the union 59 years ago. Jim’s family will receive visitors at the George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carleton St., St. Catharines, on […]

James “Jim” Anderson, a respected and long-standing member of Local 793, passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015.

Jim was a retired crane operator, and former area supervisor and treasurer of the local. He joined the union 59 years ago.

Jim’s family will receive visitors at the George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carleton St., St. Catharines, on Tuesday, May 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 13 in the funeral home chapel at 11:30 a.m.

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