As mentioned over the weekend we will be holding a Zoom Meeting Wednesday (Tomorrow) regarding the Come By Chance Oil Refinery incident.
All members are encouraged to join.
The Zoom meeting will begin at 8pm NL time.
Click link below to Register
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_u2Adb0JWRGuSeNCtsdkwQQ
September 4, 2022
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
The last few days have been very stressful as we await more information on the injured workers from the refinery.
As part of our crisis management, we have decided to open our Union Hall at 89 McNamara Drive, Paradise on Monday September 5, 2022 at 1:00pm to provide support to all members. Members are encouraged to drop by the Hall to talk to your Business Reps and offer support to one another during this difficult time.
There will also be a Zoom meeting scheduled for Wednesday evening for all members. A Zoom link will be forwarded to all members prior to the meeting.
We will continue to keep you informed as information becomes available.
Yours in solidarity,
Debra Romero
Executive Secretary Treasurer
News Links:
https://vocm.com/2022/09/05/united-brotherhood-of-carpenters-holds-emplyoee-information-member-support-session-for-come-by-chance-workers/
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/explosion-come-by-chance-refinery-1.6571433
https://vocm.com/2022/09/04/town-pulling-together-to-support-injured-workers-says-come-by-chance-mayor/
September 3, 2022
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
RE: Workplace Incident Come By Chance Oil Refinery
On September 2, 2022 there was a serious workplace incident at the Come By Chance Oil Refinery that resulted in eight workers being injured and transported to hospital. Among these injured workers was a member of Local 1009.
At the time of the incident, there were thirty plus members of Local 579 and Local 1009 working onsite. The worksite is currently shut down to conduct a workplace incident investigation.
During this Labour Day weekend, let’s join together and offer support for the injured workers, their families and all workers affected by this stressful workplace event. I ask you to keep all those affected in your thoughts and prayers.
Click the link below to view our Member & Family Assistance Program. You are encouraged to avail of this free confidential service by calling 1-877-234-5327 to help you or any of your family members during this difficult time.
We will continue to keep you informed as information becomes available.
Yours in solidarity,
Debra Romero
Executive Secretary Treasurer