The IUPAT DC 46 union negotiations that will affect union members including Toronto and Ontario painters, glaziers, drywall finishers and other members, will take place in early 2016. Thanks to previous negotiations of this kind, IUPAT members were able to secure and improve their wages and benefits through collective bargaining and agreements, as well as improved working conditions. Consequently, the 2016 union negotiations are being highly anticipated by everyone who is a member of the IUPAT.
How IUPAT Members Can Help the Process
IUPAT members will be represented at the negotiations, but in order to be able to have their voices heard, it is essential for all Toronto painters, drywall finishers, etc., to make proposals through local channels. Specifically, they should go to all their local meetings to talk about what interests them and what they would like to see happen. It’s an important function of any trade union to have input from membership; after all, this is what makes the union stronger and more relevant.
How to Find Out About Local Meetings
If you are unsure when your next local union meeting is to be held, please contact your local representative. Should you be unable to attend the scheduled meeting, you can still make your wishes known by submitting a proposal to that local representative who will forward it to the negotiators. Our goal is to keep your best interests in mind. Help us help you – tell us what you want to see discussed at the bargaining table, such as better working conditions, higher wages, etc.
We look forward to representing your interests at the negotiations in a few months!
