Lisa Raymond, Author at AC Component

Quick reminders for Members Regarding the Application to WIP

Lisa Raymond on June 24, 2024

1. Must see a Medical professional within the first 14 days of work missed.

2. Must submit all the paper work to acclaims@manionwilkins.com within 30 days of the first day of work missed and ensure all documents are signed and dated.

3. LOA (Leave of Absence)
You will not be eligible for benefit consideration for a total disability commencing during a leave of absence, layoff or suspension unless you have elected to keep your coverage in force during the leave of absence, layoff or suspension.

Please refer to the Continuation of Coverage During Absence From Work section of the WIP Policy Booklet, attached below, for more information on total disability beginning during an absence from work and prepayment of premium guidelines.

Prepayment of premiums is not required for an absence from the payroll of 15 calendar days or less. Prepayment of premiums is required for an absence from the payroll of 16 or more calendar days for one of the following reasons. You must prepay the required premium in full within 30 days in order to be eligible for benefit consideration immediately following the end of any of these periods:

If your leave of absence of 16 or more calendar days precedes your vacation and you have not prepaid the premium for that leave of absence in accordance with the Continuation of Coverage During Absence From Work section, coverage will not be reinstated until you return to active work. No prepayment of premiums is required when you are absent from work due to vacation.

Manion contact centre number for prepayment inquiries1-866-532-8999

Please see the attached WIP Policy Booklet for further reference.

On Behalf of The Board of Trust,

Patricia Eberley
Administrative Consultant

NOTE: All Policy Booklet information can be accessed on the Air Canada Component of CUPE web site www.accomponent.ca.

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The Weekly Dispatch – Airport Standby on Reserve

Lisa Raymond on June 23, 2024

If on reserve at home, you may be required to report to the airport to remain on standby for possible flight assignment. At Mainline you will not be assigned airport standby duty more than twice in one month unless all other reserves at your base have been required to report for standby duty twice as well (see Article B8.20.02 of the Collective Agreement). If you are assigned a third airport standby while still at home, speak with the crew scheduler and inquire as to whether or not all reserve members at your base have been assigned two airport standby periods in the month. If not, advise them of the above article and clarify that you should not be working a third until all reserve members at your base have been assigned two for the month.

Rouge has different language which states:
L55.14.10.02 An Employee will not be required to report for airport standby more than three (3) times in any block month. An employee may exceed this limitation on a voluntary basis.

In contrast, if you are already at the airport because you are assigned to operate a pairing and are then placed on airport standby because you are no longer required for that pairing (i.e. cancellation), that airport standby does NOT count towards your two per month.

In the case that the crew scheduler is not receptive when you speak to them, accept the assignment, and contact your Local Union office immediately. Inform them of the situation, that you brought Article B8.20.02 or L55.14.10.02 (Rouge) to their attention, and they still did not remove the third airport standby assignment.

Bargaining 2025 Roadshows

Lisa Raymond on June 21, 2024

The Survey has now closed, and we have collected responses from 58.8% of the membership. These are higher than average results for similar surveys and based on the numbers alone, this is showing solid engagement.

What are the next steps?

As we previously advised, the survey is only one of the consultations we will be having with members in the coming months.

There are also road shows planned:

– YVR – July 8, 2024 from 10:00h to 12:00h PT (Sheraton Wall Center) in attendance will be Carolyn Bugnon, Local 4094 – YVR Base President, Kevin Tyrrell, CUPE National Representative, Wesley Lesosky, Air Canada Component President.

– YUL – July 16, 2024 from 10:00h to 13:00h ET (Marriott Airport Hotel In Terminal) in attendance will be Natasha Stea, Local 4091 – YUL Base President, Craig Smith, Local 4098 – Rouge Vice President, Kevin Tyrrell, CUPE National Representative, Guillaume Leduc, Air Canada Component Secretary Treasurer.

– YYZ – July 23, 2024 from 10:00h to 13:00h ET (Sheraton Gateway Hotel – O’Hare Room, YYZ Airport, Terminal 3) *New Location* in attendance will be Denis Montpetit, Local 4092 – YYZ Base President, Craig Smith, Local 4098 – Rouge Vice President, Kevin Tyrrell, CUPE National Representative, Theresa Mitchell, Air Canada Component Vice President.

– YYC – July 30, 2024 from 10:00h to 12:00h MT (YYC Airport Silver Dart Meeting Room) in attendance will be Tyler McBain, Local 4095 – YYC Base President, Kevin Tyrrell, CUPE National Representative, Wesley Lesosky, Air Canada Component President.

These road shows can be attended by any member, from any base and these meetings will be done in person, with your Local Base Presidents, the CUPE National Rep and a Component Officer from that base. We want to be able to have an engaged discussion where everyone feels heard and can seek clarity as needed. This will be more like a Local General Membership Meeting, fully focused on the bargaining process, an overview of what we have identified through the bargaining survey along with presentations on the bargaining process, Unpaid Work Wont Fly campaign, ACCEX Strategic planning going into bargaining and Strike and Lock out education. There will be no zoom participation for the above meetings as we want to encourage open frank discussion after the presentation and we do not want members to be discouraged from honest dialogue and the fear that some may record and share with others.

Following the above roadshows, the Union will also be doing an information session by Zoom to go over what was shared at the Roadshows, along with a recap of additional comments and questions from the meetings from the membership. The meeting will be held in August 2024, more info to come with times and registration. Registration for this event will be open to all members system wide.

We have committed to open communication and will continue that commitment with our regular Zoom Webinars while the board meets quarterly, where members can continue to ask general questions, seek guidance or get clarity on what the Union is currently working on. We will also be sending out bargaining updates through bulletins, further bargaining specific Zoom meetings, and in person meet and greets.

We would also like to acknowledge that the survey had some hurdles, with over 10,000 members there were some challenges, as we all know and as many are aware, the Union worked around the clock to ensure we could assist as many people as possible to get them onto the platform, resend links, and assist them in searching their emails for the survey. We also realized clarity should have been given that the link was for one survey, and should not have been shared, this too created some delays in resetting surveys and getting members a new survey to fill out. Moving forward, we do not anticipate the same thing happening, and prior to the next survey, we will ensure we test with a smaller group. We can not stress enough, your feedback is what will guide us, your Union has a vested interest in you, we are one of you, and our commitment from the onset is that we would represent your interests at the table.

Remember, we are all Cabin Crew under the Air Canada umbrella, we will keep the communication fluent as we work through the process, and we are always open to any comments, suggestions and feedback. You can always reply to any of these emails, and your Component Officers will receive the email and respond accordingly.

Solidarity starts with each of us embracing this journey. Get your Union pin on, wear it with pride, and let’s get ready for when we hit the table in 2025!

In solidarity,

Your Bargaining Committee

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Lisa Raymond on June 21, 2024

National Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrated on June 21st each year, is a day dedicated to honoring and recognizing the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across Canada. This day provides an opportunity for all Canadians to learn about and appreciate the diverse histories and contemporary achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. Through various events, including cultural performances, educational workshops, traditional ceremonies, and art exhibits, National Indigenous Peoples Day promotes a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous heritage and its integral role in the fabric of the nation.

This day serves as a vital reminder of the rich heritage, enduring resilience, and invaluable contributions of Indigenous peoples to our shared history and society. As we celebrate this day, let us commit to fostering greater understanding, respect, and collaboration with Indigenous communities. By honoring their traditions, acknowledging past injustices, and supporting their future endeavors, we can build a more inclusive and equitable nation. Together, we can ensure that the spirit of National Indigenous Peoples Day extends beyond June 21st, enriching our collective journey towards reconciliation and unity.

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee invites you to celebrate the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of traditional and contemporary Indigenous cultures. National Indigenous History month is a time to honour the stories, achievements and beauty of First Nations, Inuit and Metis. The House of Commons designated June as National Aboriginal History Month in 2009 and the name was changed to National Indigenous History Month in 2017.

How to get involved:

1. Take some time to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Metis through their own authentic voices.

2. Enjoy Indigenous storytelling, read a book by an Indigenous author, listen to music, listen to a podcast, attend a live show or watch a movie with Indigenous people by Indigenous people.

3. Attend a local cultural celebration like a powwow. Everyone is welcome at Powwows! They are one of the best ways to experience First Nations culture firsthand and a good way to appreciate art, dance, food and song. Check out this guide to Powwows across Turtle Island https://canadianpowwows.ca/. Here are some things to keep in mind when you attend a powwow https://canadianpowwows.ca/dos-and-donts/.

4. First Nations and Inuit communities have honoured the Summer Solstice across Turtle Island since time immemorial. Indigenous people have always referred to North America as Turtle Island. The federal government has proclaimed June 21st as a national holiday to celebrate National Indigenous People Day since 1996. Check out this resource for some background on National Indigenous Peoples Day and a list of events in communities across Turtle Island:
https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1100100013718/1708446948967.

Melanie Cormier, M.ED, Indigenous Education Melanie identifies as Anishinew Kwe(Oji-Cree woman). Her Anishinew name is Nibashka. She resides in the traditional territory of the Michizaagig Anishinaabek Nation in Mississauga, Ontario. She is a proud member of Michikan Lake First Nation in the Treaty 9 Territory. Her Anishinew clan is the Wolf Clan. She has been a Flight Attendant based in YYZ since 1998.

In solidarity,

Olivier Faucher-Boisjoli
Co-Chair, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

LOU 61 – A330/A321XLR Crew Rest Seats – July 2024 Block Month

Lisa Raymond on June 20, 2024

(This applies to AC Mainline only)

For the block month of July 2024, the following flights fall under LOU 61 and are scheduled for A330 aircraft. They will have 2 (two) dedicated crew rest seats:

– AC070 YUL-ALG
– AC071 ALG-YUL
– AC073 CMN-YUL
– AC811 LIS-YYZ
– AC813 LIS-YUL
– AC814 YUL-NCE
– AC815 NCE-YUL
– AC816 YYZ-VCE
– AC817 VCE-YYZ
– AC818 YUL-VCE
– AC819 VCE-YUL
– AC833 BRU-YUL
– AC836 YYZ-MUC
– AC837 MUC-YYZ
– AC840 YYZ-FRA

– AC841 FRA-YYZ
– AC842 YYZ-FRA
– AC843 FRA-YYZ
– AC847 FRA-YUL
– AC855 LHR-YYZ
– AC871 CDG-YUL
– AC877 LYS-YUL
– AC885 GVA-YUL
– AC886 YYZ-VIE
– AC887 VIE-YYZ
– AC889 CDG-YUL
– AC894 YUL-MXP
– AC895 MXP-YUL
– AC925 MXP-YUL

What if these flights operate on B777/787 aircraft?
LOU 61 is specific to the A330/A321XLR aircraft, and not applicable to the B777/787. The B777/787 have crew bunks that may be used for crew rest/break purposes.

In Solidarity,

Your Component Grievance Committee

Quick reminders for Members Regarding the Application to WIP

The Weekly Dispatch – Airport Standby on Reserve

Bargaining 2025 Roadshows

National Indigenous Peoples Day

LOU 61 – A330/A321XLR Crew Rest Seats – July 2024 Block Month

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