Local 10’s bargaining committee members are Andrew Kipling, Steve Lantz, and Michelle Monk with assistance from GSU staff members Mason Van Luven and Steve Torgerson (bargaining spokesperson).
First collective bargaining session with the employer is complete
April 29, 2025
Local 10’s bargaining committee met on April 23 to prepare for negotiations with Trouw Nutrition management, which took place the following day.
Progress was made at the table, and we expect the next bargaining session to be scheduled soon.
First collective bargaining meeting confirmed
March 2025
April 23 has been confirmed as the date when the union’s bargaining committee will meet company representatives to begin the process of bargaining a first collective agreement.
Bargaining Delayed as Company Postpones Scheduled Talks
Tuesday Members’ Memo – Feb. 4, 2025
Bargaining sessions originally scheduled for the week of February 17 have been postponed because the company is not ready. This is disappointing since both sides had agreed to these dates.
Our preparation work will continue. This delay will be used to further train and educate the bargaining committee so that they are fully prepared when negotiations begin.
Local 10 Takes the Next Step Toward a First Contract
Tuesday Members’ Memo – Jan. 28, 2025
Our new Local 10 members have made impressive strides in a short time. Just a few months ago, they approached GSU staff rep Mason Van Luven about joining the union, and on January 10, the Canada Industrial Relations Board officially certified GSU as their bargaining representative.