FROM THE BULLETIN BOARD
WE ARE THE
Compensation Employees' Union
Committed to improving the lives of WCB union members who help keep British Columbians safe at work.
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WHAT'S NEW
A Message From Our President
51st Anniversary of the Compensation Employees’ Union
As we proudly celebrate the 51st Anniversary of the Compensation Employees’ Union, we reflect on our deep history of solidarity, collective action, and member-driven advocacy. Since 1973, CEU has stood strong in our mission to protect and advance the rights of compensation employees—and this past year has proven our resilience once again.
One of the year’s defining challenges was the employer’s termination of the Work From Home agreement, contrary to LOU B22 of our Collective Agreement. In response, several grievances were filed, reaffirming our union’s commitment to defending negotiated rights and ensuring members are treated fairly.
Throughout the year, we continued to engage and inform members through a series of impactful Townhalls, including sessions on:
– The employer’s termination of LOU B22
– Extended Benefits entitlements
– Demystifying Article 51
– What the expiration of the Collective Agreement means for us all
We also made strong efforts to engage in leadership development and movement building, with CEU representatives attending several key events:
– Shop Steward Conference
– Strategic Planning Session
– BC Federation of Labour Convention
– Workers’ Compensation Employees Conference (WCD)
We welcomed new leaders with the election of five Directors to the CEU Board: Howard Lin, Colin Holt, Kerry-Ann Herron, Ashley Bjurman, and Linda LaRose. These dedicated individuals will help guide our union into its next chapter. We also held elections for our upcoming Bargaining Committee, and are proud to announce James Morrison, Roberto Agnello, Dean Lailey, and Jeffrey DeCloedt as Members-at-Large.
This year also saw us hit the road with our Road to Solidarity Tour, where we travelled across the province to meet members in person, listen to your concerns, and strengthen the connections that hold our union together.
In our ongoing efforts to support our communities, CEU proudly:
– Sponsored five children to attend Camp Jubilee, offering them a fun and enriching summer experience
– Awarded $10,000 in student bursaries to 14 deserving recipients, helping to support the educational dreams of our members and their families
As we honour our past 51 years, we also look to the future with renewed energy. The heart of our union remains the strength, compassion, and commitment of our members. Thank you for all you do—your participation and solidarity are what drive CEU forward.
Here’s to 51 years of progress—and to building an even stronger future, together.
In solidarity,
Laura Snow
President, Compensation Employees’ Union
SHOP STEWARD LIST
WHAT
WE DO
We participate in employer hiring sessions as a neutral observer.
We review each new position and job description created by the employer. We ensure its salary grid is correct according to the jointly agreed classification system. We ensure the process is fair and unbiased.
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STANDING UP
FOR YOU
When the articles in the Collective Agreement are in dispute.
We review each new position and job description created by the employer. We ensure its salary grid is correct according to the jointly agreed classification system. We ensure the process is fair and unbiased.
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NEGOTIATING
RIGHTS
The Union provides robust representation in every round of Collective Agreement negotiations.
You receive transparent employment rights and obligations that are the same across the bargaining unit, without the need for you to individually negotiate the terms of your employment contract with the Employer.