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Local 105 Appreciation Night – Link to Photos:
THUMBNAILS : http://www.flickr.com/photos/549dave/sets/72157605016245992/
SET AS SLIDESHOW : http://www.flickr.com/photos/549dave/sets/72157605016245992/show/
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LOCAL 105, IBEW NEXT REGULAR MEMBERSHIP MEETING: TUESDAY, JULY 27TH, 2010 685 NEBO ROAD, HANNON, ONTARIO TIME: 8:00 P.M. |
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Please check the bottom of the page to take advantage of an offer from the Hamilton Tiger Cats for discounted tickets.
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Local 105 Annual Picnic Reminder that the date for the Local 105 Annual Picnic this year is Saturday, July 10th, 2010, to be held at Martin's Fantasy Island. Tickets are now available at the union office and we urge you to obtain them as soon as possible. If you are planning to purchase your tickets at the gate or after Tuesday, July 6th, we would appreciate it if you could simply call the union office and advise us of the number of tickets you will be purchasing. In this manner, we will have an accurate number of the meals that we require for the day of the picnic. Your co-operation in this regard would be greatly appreciated. New: Canadian citizens will be required to present a valid passport when seeking to enter the U.S. at its land or water crossings. Canadian citizens 15 years of age or under will only require proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate or a Canadian citizenship card. Please make sure you have all your required identification to cross the border for you, your family and advise your guests as well.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE PICNIC: Martin’s Fantasy Island is located less than 10 minutes from Niagara Falls and the Canadian border. Follow I-190 to Exit N-19 and you have arrived. Important Reminders: Members are advised that tickets must be purchased at the union office or from Local 105 Committee members at the gate until 11:30 a.m., in order to participate in the Local 105 Picnic. Tickets purchased elsewhere for Martin's Fantasy Island will not be honoured at the park for admittance into the Local 105 area. Everyone is reminded that you are not allowed to bring ALCOHOL IN THE PARK and your picnic baskets and hampers will be checked prior to entering the park. You may purchase alcoholic beverages at the park.
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Please refer to last month’s newsletter for more detailed information on the picnic. |
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In Memoriam Local 105 is saddened to report the deaths of Brothers Ted Meyer and Frank McAdam. Brother Meyer was a member for 9 years and was an active member. Brother McAdam was retired from Local 105 with 62 years of service. Our deepest sympathies are extended their families and friends. Our brothers will be deeply missed but not forgotten.
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Training Centre Update – Scheduled classes as follows: IHSA / CSAO you must register with IHSA at 1- 800-781-2726 or on line www.ihsa.ca Basic Auditing Principles July 7/10 8:30 a.m. 1 day Basics of Supervising July 13 to 15 8:30 a.m. 3 days
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The Robert Land Project
The Robert Land Project is located near Wentworth and Burlington
Streets- in the Keith neighbourhood. The property was sold and in 2006 the Eva Rothwell Resource Centre was established. Habitat for Humanity Hamilton is building 8 townhouse units on the former Robert Land School playground. The build will consist of two phases: Phase One: First 4 townhouses- building begins mid-July 2010 and dedication in December 2010. Phase Two: Final 4 townhouses- building scheduled to begin in spring 2011.
With your help the townhouses will be built by volunteers, under the direction of the Construction Manager at Habitat for Humanity Hamilton.
Please join our team!!
Please volunteer! Skilled trades-people are invited to participate
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WE NEED CREW LEADERS!!! Contact Habitat Hamilton at 905-560-6707 or visit www.habitathamilton.ca |
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Letter From the First District Office “We have been contacted by an organization called “Friends of Orphans”, which is a volunteer group that is assisting in rebuilding in Haiti. They have all the expertise they need with the exception of licensed electricians. They are looking for two volunteer electricians to fly into the Dominican Republic and then travel by ground transportation to Haiti for one week in late September 2010 to work on a damaged building. Meals and accommodations will be supplied but the volunteer electricians may have to pay for their airfare from Toronto to the DR. If this is the case, a receipt for the amount of the airfare will be issued as a donation for income tax purposes. There is a possibility there will be no cost for the airfare. If there are empty seats on the flight, the airline may donate the flight, but these details are not finalized.” Anyone interested in participating in this volunteer project, please call Shaffie at the union office at 905-387-1721 ext. 0, as soon as possible. Then we will notify the First District Office of your interest and they can notify the “Friends of Orphans” leadership team that this void has been filled by the IBEW. |
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Thank You from Caron
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With my utmost gratitude and appreciation, I would like to thank
all of the Officers, Members, Staff, and Others for your
contributions, both monetary and time, to the draw that was held
on my behalf at the last union meeting. Wow! Your generosity
really warmed my heart and was truly outstanding. |
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Work Boots Available Through Local Union 105 Office
These
safety boots are
CSA Z195-02 ESR /
ASTM Z41PT991/75C/75
certified (the green patch |
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Materials Leather: Nubuck – a top grain cattle rawhide, which has more strength and thickness along with a fine grain in comparison to suede, and is waterproof. Inside Material: Thinsulate™ Insulation (a trademark of the 3M corp.) and CambrelleŽ Lining – Thinsulate is a synthetic fiber thermal insulation which provides “warmth without bulk”, and retains its insulating ability even in damp conditions. Mold insole: Bamboo Charcoal Breathable Insole with air cushion to provide maximum comfort and shock absorption - which also has an antibacterial property. Midsole: Kevlar – a synthetic fiber used to make bulletproof vest is used instead of steel plate to provide better flexibility and minimize heat loss from the feet. Kevlar is 5 times stronger than steel on an equal weight basis, which makes the boot stronger yet lighter in weight. Outsole: Direct injected Dual density Polyurethane sole with bumper toe, designed in Italy. Fastening: Hexagonal eyelet to secure shoe lace. Protection: 200 Joule steel toe cap |
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Cost of boots are $100.00 + HST per pair. Includes “IBEW Logo” as shown. Please call Shaffie at the union office to put in your request for a pair of boots. Once we have a large enough order, we will place the order and request a cheque from you for the payment.
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Mesothelioma Testing at Princess Margaret Hospital Update: Since our last newsletter, we have been informed that the testing procedure at Princess Margaret has changed. They will now only take four members at one time for each clinic. There is a significant amount of paperwork that must be completed which takes up a lot of the appointment. Also, you must call Princess Margaret yourself to initiate the testing. The number to call is: 1-416-340-5686. There is no exception to this as they have questions to ask that only you can answer. There are six clinics scheduled for September so we could have 24 members complete the testing in September and then the remainder in October. We will call all the members on the list and advise you of other interested members so four members could car pool together. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
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Additional In Memoriam We are also saddened to report the death of Brother Richard Curran, father of Brothers Scott and Jeff Curran. Brother Richard Curran was a retired member of Local 105 with 43 years of service. Our deepest sympathies are extended to his wife, Arlene, his family and friends. Our brother will be deeply missed but not forgotten.
Mark Your Calendar: 2010 Labour Day Parade: Monday, September 6th, 2010.
John Grimshaw, Business Manager
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and has passed the ESR – Electrical Shock Resistance Test (the
Omega patch
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