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We all want to get the job done right. But no job is worth risking your health or your life.If you have reasonable cause to believe a task could put you, a co-worker or someone else in danger, you have the legal right to refuse unsafe work. Maybe equipment isn’t working properly. Maybe you’re being […]
A B.C. long weekend wouldn’t be complete without a ferry trip for thousands of British Columbians and we know our members will be hard at work helping them get there safely. Thank to each of you for keeping people moving safely across the coast this August long weekend, one of our busiest. The union hall […]
Your supervisor asks to meet without telling you why. You’re told to do something that doesn’t feel right. You have a question about your collective agreement. Who do you call? Your shop steward. Shop stewards are experienced union members who volunteer to support other members. They’re trained to understand your collective agreement, answer questions and […]
Ottawa and B.C. have announced a new Canada-BC Cooperative Prosperity Agreement, committing billions of dollars to transportation, ports, shipbuilding, workforce development and other major infrastructure projects across British Columbia. Premier Eby secured billions for transportation and infrastructure but missed the chance to make a case for two priorities that matter to ferry workers: fair federal […]
When I came home after spending two and a half years living abroad, I was looking for a job. My brother was working in the terminal at BC Ferries and told me to apply. Within a year, I had a regular position. Then I got involved with the union and young worker initiatives. I made […]
The Graeme Barnes Memorial Classic is returning for another year, bringing ferry workers, families and friends together to support mental health awareness and the next generation of mariners. Created in memory of BC Ferries Second Officer Graeme Barnes, the annual tournament raises awareness of mental health and funds a $2,500 bursary for future marine officers. […]
Every year, the province invites public recommendations ahead of the provincial budget. Your union submitted three priorities for B.C.’s 2027 provincial budget that focus on what ferry workers and passengers need. Our recommendations call on the province to: Build ferries in B.C., keeping ferry construction, refit and maintenance work in the province, sending paycheques into […]
While many British Columbians enjoy a well-earned day off this Canada Day, thousands of BCFMWU members will be doing what they do every holiday, safely carrying passengers, connecting coastal communities and keeping the province moving. Thank you. We never take your dedication for granted, especially on one of the busiest travel days of the year. […]
Friday’s BC Ferry Authority director shuffle should be the beginning of a serious public conversation about how our ferry system is being managed. “Changing directors is easy. Fixing BC Ferries is harder,” said BCFMWU President Eric McNeely. “British Columbians have watched ferry fares climb while delays and reliability have taken a hit. We deserve to […]
Thank you to everyone who joined Local 1 for our Grill & Chill 2026 event. It was a wonderful day of great food, fun, and community spirit. We are proud to share that, through the generosity of our members and supporters, Local 1’s Good & Welfare Committee raised $2,000 in support of Cops for Cancer. […]
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