Author: Stephanie Gomez

Sisters and Brothers,

Today, we learned a TTC Wheel-Trans operator tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The member’s last shift at work was on Sunday, April 12 from 7:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. They started developing symptoms on their way home from work that day. They received the positive test for COVID-19 on Tuesday, April 14.

We’ve spoken with the member who is recovering at home and doing well. All ATU Local 113 Sisters and Brothers wish the member a speedy recovery while they self-isolate.

ATU Local 113 is working with the TTC and Toronto Public Health as the investigation continues. Please contact your shop steward or board member for more information.

This member’s diagnosis marks the 12^th ATU Local 113 member who has tested positive for COVID-19. Two TTC staff have also tested positive.

As mentioned, we’re encouraging members to practice social distancing as much as possible before, during and after their shifts. Please stay home if you feel unwell. As a reminder, medical notes for sick leave have been suspended into further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Sisters and Brothers,

An ATU Local 113 member, an operator from the TTC’s Arrow Road Bus Division, is recovering from the coronavirus (COVID-19) at home. I spoke with the member today and wished them a full recovery on behalf of all ATU Local 113 Sisters and Brothers.

The member’s last day at work was on Wednesday, April 1. They developed symptoms on Tuesday, April 7 and received the positive test for COVID-19 on Monday, April 13.

Please contact your shop steward or board member if you have any questions or would like additional details.

This member’s diagnosis marks the 11th ATU Local 113 member who has tested positive for COVID-19. Two TTC staff have also tested positive.

We’re encouraging members to practice social distancing as much as possible before, during and after their shifts. Please stay home if you feel unwell. As a reminder, medical notes for sick leave have been suspended until further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Sisters and Brothers,

Today, we learned that an ATU Local 113 member working out of the Waste Management Section for Plant tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The member’s last day at work was on March 17.

We’ve spoken with the member who is recovering at home and doing well. All ATU Local 113 Sisters and Brothers wish the member a speedy recovery while he self-isolates.

This member’s diagnosis marks the 10^th ATU Local 113 member who has tested positive for COVID-19. Two TTC Management staff have also been tested positive.

We’re encouraging members to practice social distancing as much as possible before, during and after their shifts. Please stay home if you feel unwell. As a reminder, medical notes for sick leave have been suspended into further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Sisters and Brothers,

Unfortunately, another ATU Local 113 member has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The member, a bus operator from the TTC’s Wilson Division, is recovering at home and we wish him a full recovery.

We know the member’s last day at work was on Monday, March 30. He was tested on Friday, April 10 and received the positive test on Saturday, April 11.

ATU Local 113 is working with the TTC to ensure they take appropriate measures to protect members’ health. Please speak with your shop steward or board member for more information on this case, or for any general questions and concerns.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Help support our Sisters and Brothers across Canada. ATU Local 113 stands with all Canadian transit workers – and supports ATU Canada’s call on Parliament to provide the highest possible level of direct emergency funding to public transit agencies. Transit workers are on the front lines. They need pay and protection to stay on the job. Sign the petition now by using this link below! Then share with your friends and family. #TogetherWeFightTogetherWeWin

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Sisters and Brothers,

Today, we learned that a TTC Wheel-Trans operator tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The member’s last day at work was on March 16. The member was first symptomatic on March 19 and has been in self-isolation since.

The member has thankfully recovered and is now asymptomatic. He has received clearance from Toronto Public Health to return to work. All ATU Local 113 Sisters and Brothers welcome this positive news.

Please stay home if you feel unwell. As a reminder, medical notes for sick leave have been suspended until further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

A huge thank you to our maintenance members for producing these barriers that help keep our operators safe.

Thanks to all members from the upholstery section at Harvey Shop for producing the barriers and our general body repair workers for installing them. Our maintenance teams’ expertise is second to none!

The barriers are yet another reminder how important it is to keep TTC maintenance work – and all public transit – in house with ATU Local 113’s skilled members.

Maintenance is an important piece of the public transit puzzle, and without them, the TTC cannot operate.  ATU Local 113 has a vast talented workforce who can practically make anything.  As one of the biggest transit agency agencies in North America we need to stay self-sufficient with everything we do!

A special shout out to our members who raised concerns about this issue, our co-chairs, our Joint Health and Safety Committee members, our shop stewards, board members and the following people:

Scott Gordon
ABA Maintenance

Micheal Judd
Executive Board Member
Hillcrest Complex

Luigi Garda
Shop Steward
Harvey Shop, South Side

Sandro Buccini
Shop Steward
Harvey Shop, North Side

Andrew Falotico
ATU Local 113 Health and Safety Representative

Read the full CP24 story here: TTC rolling out new barriers on buses to protect operators

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Sisters and Brothers,

We learned that a TTC bus operator out of Mount Dennis tested positive today for the coronavirus (COVID-19). The member’s last day at work was on Tuesday, March 31 when he drove the 29 Dufferin Bus from 4:43am to 1:04pm.

We spoke with the member today who is recovering at home and doing well. He began self isolating as soon as he started feeling symptoms to ensure the safety of his colleagues. After continuing to feel unwell while on sick leave, he voluntarily took the coronavirus test. All ATU Local 113 Sisters and Brothers wish the member a speedy recovery while he continues self-isolating.

A joint investigation with Toronto Public Health and the TTC determined there are no close contacts that require self-isolation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your shop steward or board member.

This case is another good reminder to stay home if you feel unwell. Medical notes for sick leave have been suspended until further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Sisters and Brothers,

We learned that a TTC streetcar operator out of Leslie Barns tested positive today for the coronavirus (COVID-19). We spoke with the member today who is recovering at home and doing well. The member’s last day at work was on Wednesday, April 1.

I join all ATU Local 113 members in wishing the member a full recovery. Our thoughts also continue to be with all those affected by the coronavirus.

Given that the positive test came today, ATU Local 113 is working with the TTC and Toronto Public Health on next steps to protect workers’ health.

If you have any questions or concerns, please speak with your shop steward or board member.

As I’ve said before, please stay home if you feel unwell. Medical notes for sick leave have been suspended into further notice.

In solidarity,

Carlos Santos
President, ATU Local 113

Given the current coronavirus pandemic, ATU Local 113 members are not required to provide medical notes to the TTC for sick days until further notice.

ATU Local 113 will update members as more information becomes available.