Lisa Raymond, Author at AC Component

Conclusion of 2019 Reopener / Conclusion de la réouverture de 2019

Lisa Raymond on June 22, 2022

Please CLICK HERE to access a PDF package that provides copies of all the agreed to items and the interest arbitration award for the 2019 Re-Opener.

We are actively discussing the implementation of each new item and will provide updates as they become available. We are also working with the Company to make the necessary adjustment to the Collective Agreement. One Item that the Company was able to partially implement for the July 2022 Block month relates to Rouge Reserve Blocks. Full Reserve Blocks will be implemented next month along with the additional days off, crew rest, and monthly pay guarantee.

Now that you have the information about what was agreed to or awarded in the 2019 Re-Opener we will be sending out information about the second part of the 2022 Bargaining Survey tomorrow and can then move forward with negotiations.

In solidarity,

Your ACCEX

Crew Rest Committee Update – June 2022

Lisa Raymond on June 21, 2022

Crew Rest Unit Failure And Missing / Incomplete Bunk Kit Reporting

(This applies to Air Canada Mainline only)

Dear members,

In March 2019, the Component Crew Rest Committee issued a bulletin regarding the procedures to follow when submitting a Crew Rest Unit (CRU) Failure Report (ACF623B). There have been some changes to the procedure. When submitting an ACF623B report for a CRU failure or missing/incomplete crew bunk kit(s), the Service Director must:

Complete the CRU Failure Report (ACF623B). An In-Flight Service Base Manager’s information / signature is no longer required. Leave that section of the report blank
When completing the ACF623B for an INOP or failure of a CRU/OFAR, take a photo if possible, of the completed Cabin Defect Log entry for your records
When completing the ACF623B for missing / incomplete crew bunk kit(s) indicate in the “description of events” section the total number of missing / incomplete bunk kits. List the affected crew members in the appropriate section. **Please ensure you have called STOC at least 30 minutes prior to departure to request the missing crew bunk kits and note that the request was denied in the “description of events” section
The report should be scanned and sent to Paola.Campacci@aircanada.ca within a recommended time frame of 10 days
A paper copy of the report may be submitted to the Communications Centre Coordinator to the attention of Paola Campacci YYZ ZIP 2222
Provide copies to your Local Union Office and Component Crew Rest Committee
ACF623B is no longer found in the flight satchel however can be found in the Globe Briefing Package, Local Union Offices, and Communication Centres (ask the Coordinator on duty)
An In-Flight Service Report (eOBR) is no longer required to accompany any CRU Failure Report

In Solidarity,

Component Crew Rest Committee

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Lisa Raymond on June 21, 2022

On June 21, 1996, National Indigenous Peoples Day was formally recognized in Canada — paving the way for all Canadians, whether indigenous or non-indigenous, to fully explore and celebrate the distinct cultures and unique traditions of the Inuit, First Nations, and Metis people.

In a recent article about National Indigenous Peoples Day, award-winning author Eden Robinson was quoted as saying:

“The last couple of years have been difficult. Not just with COVID, but I’m thinking particularly about the 215 children found at the Kamloops Indian Residential School. When people talk about us or when they talk to us, these are the stories that they bring up. They bring up our deepest grief and trauma. So, what I like about Indigenous Day is that people are celebrating our cultures, they’re celebrating our communities. We ourselves are celebrating the things that bring us joy, and usually that’s our heritage. I know that last year was exceptionally hard, and no one really felt like celebrating, but we have an infinite capacity for joy.”

While there is much work to be done on the road to reconciliation, today is a day to recognize the many achievements of Canada’s Indigenous people. It is a celebratory event, a day to share and honour the indigenous culture.

In solidarity,

Call for Nominations – Vacancy – 1 Component Trustee Position

Lisa Raymond on June 20, 2022

There is one (1) vacant Component Trustee position for the remainder of the term ending on January 31, 2023. In accordance with the Air Canada Component Bylaws, the call for nominations for this position is being issued.

Members who desire to be nominated for the position of Component Trustee, shall file nomination papers, to be received by the Chairperson of the Component Tabulating Committee no later than July 20, 2022 at 16:00 EDT.

Candidates shall disclose their full name and intended position (Component Trustee) clearly on the nomination papers prior to soliciting signatures.

Nomination forms, as provided by the Component Tabulating Committee, must have at least 50 signatures from eligible voters on the “Membership List”.

* IMPORTANT: Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, and on an exceptional basis, the Component Tabulating Committee will accept electronic signatures on nomination forms for the vacant Component Trustee position. An electronic signature must be the member’s actual signature and not simply the member’s name typed onto the nomination form. This will allow for members not actively in the workplace to nominate a candidate for a delegate position. The nomination form must be filled out in its entirety by the candidate, signed off and dated prior to scanning for electronically received signatures. We are doing this to ensure all members have an opportunity to run, as well as ensure all members have an opportunity to collect signatures, with the COVID pandemic in place, many of you are not able to access your work sites or Union offices due to not having a RAIC.

NOTE: For interested candidates, a complete instruction package with nomination sheets will be available on the Air Canada Component website www.accomponent.ca, as well as by request from your Local office, or by clicking HERE. It is recommended that you read the complete instruction package.

DEADLINE: Completed original nomination sheets must be received no later than, July 20, 2022 at 16:00 EDT at the following address:

AIR CANADA COMPONENT TABULATING COMMITTEE
25 BELFIELD ROAD
ETOBICOKE, ONTARIO M9W 1E8

Nomination sheets received after July 20, 2022 at 16:00 EDT will NOT be accepted. The Tabulating Committee recommends sending your documentation by registered mail to ensure timely delivery and receipt.

In Solidarity,

Your Component Tabulating Committee

Welcome New Hires

Lisa Raymond on June 17, 2022

We want to take a moment to give a warm and sincere welcome to all of our new hires. As CUPE Union members we have been in your shoes, and we understand the challenges that you face. The Union and its members are a great resource for you, and we encourage you to reach out if you have any questions. Keep in mind in these early days and months that you will have a period of adjustment. Flying as a crew member is a whole new world as they say, and you will need to take care of your health and well-being as some of the days can be long and grueling. The challenges faced by Flight Attendants in this modern world are unprecedented but there are so many life changing experiences that you will have and so many great crew members you will meet that will make it all worthwhile. We wish you the best with all of these challenges and hope that you will enjoy many amazing layovers and spend time with colleagues who will become lifelong friends.

In the spirit of helping you to manage some of the twists and turns of your workday we want to remind you that have many resources at your fingertips. Check out our website at www.accomponent.ca. Under the Resources tab you will find links to much needed support which include your Local Union office, Health and Safety Committee, Reserve Committee, Women’s Committee, Preferential Bidding Committee and many more. If you ever have questions relating to these things or anything else, we encourage you to reach out to us at contact@accomponent.ca.

In solidarity,

Conclusion of 2019 Reopener / Conclusion de la réouverture de 2019

Crew Rest Committee Update – June 2022

Crew Rest Unit Failure And Missing / Incomplete Bunk Kit Reporting

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Call for Nominations – Vacancy – 1 Component Trustee Position

Welcome New Hires

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