U of T Press Part-Time Retail (Bookstore) and Warehouse Bargaining Committee Nominations
Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for the bargaining committee! We’re excited to announce the confirmed list of candidates:
U of T Press Retail (Bookstore)
- Vera Li
- Eshika Sehgal
- Hibiki Yamamoto
U of T Press Warehouse
- Charity Acierto
- Beverly Banaag
- Joseph Borland
- Rafael Uy
Election Date:
The Bargaining Committee election will take place on Sunday, December 8th, at 5:00 PM on Zoom (Register Here)
During the meeting, each candidate will share why they are running for the bargaining committee. Afterward, voting will take place electronically via a secure platform.
Important: As per our bylaws, attendance at the meeting is required to cast your vote.
U of T Press Part-Time Retail (Bookstore) and Warehouse Workers,
Your current collective agreements expired on October 31, 2024, which means it’s time to come together and negotiate a stronger, fairer contract!
We’re excited to invite you to two key events that will play a vital role in shaping our bargaining efforts. Your participation is essential to ensure we tackle the issues that matter most to you and your coworkers.
BARGAINING KICKOFF & TOWNHALL
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Online via Zoom (Register here)
What to Expect:
📋 Discuss Our Bargaining Priorities – What matters most to YOU?
🛠 Understand the Process – Learn how contract negotiations work.
🌟 Nominate Members for the Bargaining Committee – Help elect a strong team to represent your interests.
✊ Get Involved in the Campaign – Find out how you can help us win a contract that benefits everyone!
BARGAINING COMMITTEE ELECTION
When: Sunday, Dec 8, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Online via Zoom (Register here – same link as townhall)
Voting for your bargaining committee representatives is a vital step in building a team that understands your needs and will fight for a fair and just contract.
💪 United, We Win!
Your participation shows management that we’re united and determined to secure better wages and working conditions. Join us, share your priorities, and let’s build the momentum we need to win!
We encourage you to review your current collective agreements. They outline all the terms of conditions of your employment, including wages, grievance process, hiring/layoff rules, working hours, benefits, and more. As you review your agreement, start thinking about what changes YOU want to see in the upcoming round of bargaining.
See the collective agreements below:
- U of T Press PT Retail (Bookstore) Collective Agreement
- U of T Press PT Warehouse Collective Agreement
If you have questions or would like to get involved, please reach out to me, your U of T Press Unit Representative, Chris Stanford, at press@cupe3261.ca, or contact the CUPE 3261 office.
Let’s make this campaign a success—together!