TEAM/IFPTE Local 161’s Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that all applicants were awarded a scholarship this year.
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On Wednesday, November 17, 2021, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 took place virtually, once again taking full advantage of the products and services offered by Local members at Bell Canada. The membership has been dealing with the extensive workload the COVID-19 pandemic has added to the telecommunications industry.
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Bell announced another downsizing and EVRTIP initiative for TEAM (IFPTE Local 161) members on November 15. This time, Bell is looking for five reductions in total; one each from five specified positions in the Bell Business Markets (BBM) VP Group.
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On Sunday, November 7th, 2021, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) will be hosting its annual fundraising brunch for the Errol Black Chair in Labour Issues in Winnipeg, MB.
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TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 announced the addition of Alyssa Hung to its staff as the new Labour Relations Officer. Alyssa is a skilled labour relations practitioner who holds a master’s degree in Industrial Relations from Queen’s University and has extensive experience providing guidance and expertise on employment and labour relations matters.
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Officers of TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 informed members this week of union related news items and updates, including encouraging members to apply for eight scholarships available to members and family.
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Preparations were already underway when at the urging of the Canadian government two weeks ago, the TEAM staff vacated their office and setup operations from home.
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In a joint statement with CUPE Local 500 and ATU Local 1505, the Winnipeg Association of Public Service Officers (WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162) President Richard Mahe stated that “The Mayor and Councillors need to postpone this process, and if that includes asking the Premier to hold any inhibiting legislation, then that call needs to be made today.”
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