We learned today of revisions to the City of Toronto mandatory vaccination policy and reinstatement of terminated employees. ATU Local 113 is looking closely at this announcement and will seek to meet with the TTC regarding the ongoing TTC policy and over 300 related terminations.
ATU Local 113 joins solidarity rally with ATU 1587
Today we will rally in solidarity with our brothers and sisters at ATU 1587. This is an ongoing fight to support the contributions of labour workers across the province. Join us today at 11 AM!
ATU Local 113 is supporting CUPE workers at Queen’s Park today
Local 113 calls on the Ford government to return to the negotiating table with education workers
The Ford government just announced that it will be using legislation to impose a four-year contract on Ontario’s education workers. Worse, Premier Ford will be invoking the Notwithstanding Clause of the constitution to override the Charter of Rights.
Education workers went above and beyond to keep our kids safe and supported through the pandemic. They deserve our gratitude. Instead, Premier Ford is sweeping away their rights as citizens to avoid having to pay them a living wage.
The right to collective bargaining comes from our Charter’s freedom of association and equality provisions. Losing these fundamental rights should be alarming to every Canadian.
Local 113 stands with our education worker sisters, brothers, and comrades, as we stand up for the rights of all Canadians. We are calling on the Ford Government to back down immediately on the proposed legislation and return to the negotiating table instead.
Education workers do their jobs, why won’t Premier Ford
New Toronto City Councillor speaks about the need to improve public transit
Newly elected Councillor, Jamaal Myers spoke to CP24 yesterday about the need to improve public transit. He noted that he will advocate for increased TTC funding.
Watch the full interview here: https://www.cp24.com/video?clipId=2549855
ATU Local 113 extends congratulations to Paula Fletcher and Chris Moise
ATU Local 113 would like to congratulate Paula Fletcher and Chris Moise on their municipal election wins! We are pleased to see the diversity of representation on the new City Council.
ATU Local 113 President and Board members visit campaigns on election night
Last night was election night. ATU Local 113 President, Marvin Alfred, and several Board members visited campaign offices throughout the evening.
Happy Diwali!
Tomorrow is Diwali – the Festival of Lights. ATU Local 113 wishes our Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Buddhist members and their families a Happy Diwali!
Toronto City Council candidates attend ATU Local 113’s General Meeting
Toronto City Councillor candidates Ausma Malik and Alejandra Bravo both joined ATU Local 113’s General Meeting on Sunday to discuss public transit issues.
ATU Local 113 canvassing for Municipal Election candidates
Municipalities across Ontario are headed to the polls on October 24th. In Toronto, advanced polling closed this past weekend which leaves next Monday as the last opportunity to exercise your democratic right this election.
Torontonians have an opportunity to elect individuals who have a vision that will improve this city. In particular, several candidates have expressed their commitment to keeping transit public.
ATU Local 113 has shown our support for these candidates over the last few days by volunteering on the campaign trail. We encourage all members to read about your local candidates, volunteer, and vote!
