Yearly Archives: 2018

AMENDED NOTICE – Mainland Nova Scotia Carpenters’ Collective Agreement

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Notice of Ratification – Mainland Nova Scotia Carpenters’ Collective Agreement

The Carpenters’ Union Local 83 have reached a Memorandum of Agreement with the Nova Scotia Construction Labour Relations Association Limited (CLRA). This notice is to inform the membership of Local 83 that there will be three information sessions across Mainland Nova Scotia to review and discuss the new Carpenters’ Local 83 Collective Agreement. These are important meetings so please make every effort to attend.

Information Sessions

Yarmouth

Date: Wed. March 7, 2018

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Rodd Grand Yarmouth, 417 Main Street

 Stellarton

Date: Wed. March 7, 2018

Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Union Hall, 139 Beaufort Street

 Sackville

Date: Thurs. March 8, 2018

Time: 7 p.m.

Location: Union Hall, 1000 Sackville Drive

Upon completion of the information sessions above, there will be a ratification vote to determine the acceptance of the new Carpenters’ Local 83 Collective Agreement. The ratification vote will take place on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the three locations listed above.

The new agreement will provide Signatory Contractors with Local 83 the ability to compete aggressively against their non-union competition, leading to increased market share.

Thank you,

Scott Keeping
ACRC Regional Manager, Local 83

February 2018 Health and Wellness Member Communication

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Please see the latest Health and Wellness Trust Member Communication.

Of note, the Group Emergency Medical Travel Assistance Benefit will be transferred to Medavie Blue Cross, effective March 1, 2018. Members in benefit will receive a new card from Blue Cross for the travel benefit only.

This card is being issued for your Group Emergency Medical Travel Assistance benefit only; it is not a replacement for your drug card. Your Health Care (including prescription drugs), Vision Care and Dental Care benefits through Belmont remain unchanged as of March 1, 2018.

Click here to read the full newsletter or visit our Health and Welfare page.

Download the Belmont eProfile app today!

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Did you know Belmont has an eProfile app where you can view claims history, payment details, benefit information, and more right on your smartphone?

Download the app today on Apple’s App Store for iPhone or Google Play for Android devices. For instructions on how to download the app, or for more information on Belmont’s services for plan members, please visit our Health and Welfare page.

LU1386 meeting change

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Please be advised the Local 1386 meeting originally scheduled for Feb. 13 at 82 Timothy Ave. S. in Fredericton has been RESCHEDULED for Feb. 20 @ 7 p.m.

Location and time remain the same.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

New ACRC online store launched

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Want to show off your union pride? Looking for high-quality, union-made clothing made in Canada? We have you covered.

The ACRC now offers a wide range of merchandise from shirts, hoodies, jackets, work wear and other items through our online store. Most clothing items can be customized with your local number. When ordering, please indicate what local number you would like included.

Click here to visit the online store.

Dues Receipts

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Effective Monday, February 5, 2018:

Where as we have several members who pay dues online and via credit cards, the ACRC will no longer be generating and mailing receipts for these payments. Your financial institution can provide a record to you that indicates proof of payment. Going forward, receipts will only be provided to those members paying cash at the counter.

PLEASE NOTE:  YEARLY DUES PAID STATEMENT LETTERS ARE NOT AFFECTED AND WILL BE SENT OUT VIA CANADA POST TO MEMBERS BY THE CRA REQUIREMENT OF FEBRUARY 28TH.

*Update* Get your pension questions answered from Belmont at February Local 83 meetings

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Be sure to attend the upcoming LU83 regular monthly meeting in Sackville, NS on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 as a representative from Belmont will be in attendance for a question and answer session regarding pension. The meeting will take place at the regular time of 7 p.m. at 1000 Sackville Drive.

LU1178 members are also encouraged to attend the LU83 information meeting in Stellarton, NS on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 as a Belmont representative will also be answering your pension questions at that meeting. Start time for the Stellarton meeting is 7 p.m. followed by the regular information meeting at 8 p.m.

If you have a question about your pension this is a great opportunity to get answers.

We hope to see you at the meetings!

Fraternally,
Scott Keeping
ACRC Regional Manager Nova Scotia and PEI