FortisBC locks out IBEW Local 213

After working without a contract since the beginning of February and weeks spent in mediation, FortisBC officially locked out its employees of IBEW Union 213 on Wednesday June 26, 2013. Read the article HERE

WWL Automotive Terminal barbecue

This year’s annual barbecue at WWL Auto Terminal was a great success. The company provided the food. Many thanks to the management team at WWL (for organizing the event), the band Solid Red (for the great entertainment), Local 31 President Stan Hennessy (for the truck and trailer stage) and Larry Sargeant (for driving the rig … Read More

Recent retirees

Teamsters Local 213 is pleased to announce Brother John Norton’s retirement after more than 30 years of service!!  John spent 30 years with Sun-Rype Products in Kelowna, BC.  We were pleased to present Brother John with his retirement package including a Teamster Jacket and “30 Years” service pin.  Congratulations John!!!   Mike Fleury (centre), a … Read More

IKEA Richmond Lockout

IKEA Richmond Lockout Solidarity BBQ June 21st Click here to watch video Thank you to all who made yesterday happen! From the BBQ and Dessert preparations, to Picket Cheque Hand out, the BBQ set up/clean up, to parking and people marshaling it really was a fantastic effort by all! It was great to have so … Read More

Insurance premiums for IKEA members

NOTICE TO All LOCKED OUT IKEA BARGAINING UNIT MEMBERS Teamster Local 213 members who are Locked Out and have a policy with American Income Life Insurance Company can have their premiums waived if they have had policies in place for 90 days. Every member with a policy should have a Lock Out/Strike waiver in his … Read More

Kelowna General Membership Meeting

Teamsters Local 213 Kelowna General Membership Meeting was held on June 11, 2013.  We had a great turn out and positive feedback. Thank you to all who attended.