Category Archives: general interest – GSU members
Members vote to approve constitutional changes, continue Defense Fund dues
Members attending GSU’s annual general membership meetings were asked to vote on amendments to GSU’s constitution and whether to continue paying dues into the GSU Defense Fund. Meetings have concluded, the results of the votes have been tabulated. Majority approve continuing … Continue reading
BeGrainSafe mobile training trailer demonstrates and educates dangers of grain entrapment
According to the Canada Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), the number of people being trapped in grain is on the rise in Canada. With that in mind, CASA developed their BeGrainSafe program to help farmers, their families, workers and first responders … Continue reading
Have you used your Health Flex Spending Account or other health benefits?
The point of using your health benefits isn’t just to use up the money – it’s to make sure that you are getting the medications, treatments, and help you need to feel and be your best. Check your collective agreement … Continue reading
WE’RE WORKING ON IT: Navigating COVID at the workplace
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world around us has become challenging and unusual. People find themselves thrust into situations for which there is no playbook. And so it was for a group of GSU members who were … Continue reading
Is your leave of absence a paid leave? It depends on the circumstances and the wording of your collective agreement
Under GSU’s collective agreements with various employers, provisions exist for modest periods of paid leaves of absence to enable employees to attend to personal or family emergencies, support, or care situations without suffering a loss of pay. Depending on the … Continue reading
WE’RE WORKING ON IT: Does pressing necessity leave cover absence from work caused by severe weather and/or travel conditions?
GSU is currently engaged in discussions with at least one employer in relation to employees who were unable to get to work as a result of the severe snow storm that hit southwest and west-central Saskatchewan on Nov. 9. The … Continue reading
Make workplace safety a top priority during COVID-19’s second wave
The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is upon us and it is more prevalent than the first wave in the prairie provinces. GSU members passed through COVID’s first wave relatively unscathed as there were only a handful of reported … Continue reading
The 2020 GSU General Secretary’s report to members is available here
The 2020 general secretary’s report is being shared at GSU annual membership meetings. You can print it or read it online here. If you would like us to mail a copy of the report to you, please contact us at … Continue reading
PROFILE: Congratulations to Marc Rapin – GSU scholarship recipient
Marc was a member of GSU Local 16 (Lake Country Co-op) working as a summer student. He is currently enrolled at the University of Saskatoon working toward his Bachelor of Education degree. Congratulations on being chosen as a GSU scholarsip … Continue reading
Would you like a copy of GSU’s Layoff Information and Organizer guide?
The arrival of the snow and cold weather can trigger seasonal layoffs for some GSU members. There are a lot of factors to consider if you are facing layoff. Our organizer can help you formulate a plan, gather documents, store … Continue reading
(UPDATED NOV. 17 – Adding the 1%) LOCAL 15 (Nutrien): Wage increases, retroactivity payments, an important pension decision and how to log-in to your account
Posted Nov. 17 FINALLY – here’s how to log-in and make the changes in your Sunlife RSP account. All Local 15 Members currently have their pension plan set at a contribution rate of 5% and matched by the Company at … Continue reading
PROFILE: Congratulations to Ty Nikolejsin – GSU scholarship recipient
Ty was a member of GSU Local 15 (Nutrien) working in seasonal application support for Nutrien Ag Solutions. He is working toward his Agribusiness diploma through the University of Saskatchewan. Congratulations on being awarded a GSU scholarship, Ty. Best wishes … Continue reading
Some GSU annual meetings are moving to a video conferencing format
In response to rising COVID-19 numbers, some of our annual membershp meetings are moving from in-person meetings to a video conferencing format. If your local or sub-local is interested in a video conference meeting, contact your GSU staff rep.
GSU offices and the Nov. 6 public health order
NOTICE REGARDING GSU OFFICES 2334 McIntyre Street, Regina2154 Airport Drive, Saskatoon Effective Friday, November 6, all people in Regina and Saskatoon are required to wear non-medical masks in indoor public spaces to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission. This public … Continue reading
PROFILE: Congratulations to Alexis Wood – recipient of a $2,000 GSU scholarship
Alexis is the daughter of GSU Local 2 (Viterra Head Office) member Sheila Tran. She is attending Saskatchewan Polytechnic where she is enrolled in the Victim Services Coordination applied certificate program. Congratulations on being awarded a GSU scholarship, Alexis. We … Continue reading