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Learning Time: AESES Education Seminars
Tuesday, August 7th, 2018
- Guided Downtown Public Art Tour – Sunday, September 23. 1:30-3:00pm.
Public art reflects community and instills a sense of pride. During this walk, the group will look at the city’s downtown public art through the lens of history, to understand how the interests of the bustling downtown have changed and grown throughout the years. From artworks created for business purposes in the early 1900s, to contemporary public art made as a meditation on the downtown region, this walk will reveal the history and intention behind the art you’ve always enjoyed as staple of Winnipeg, but may never have known the meaning of. (space – 30 participants) - Smartphone Photography – Monday, October 1 or Thursday, October 4. 6:30-9:00pm.
Learn to use your smartphone or tablet to take the best photos possible. This hands-on class is all about tips and activities to increase your satisfaction with the photos you take. p.s. Bring your phone or tablet along. (space – 10 participants per class) - Mediterranean Meal Planning – Wednesday, October 17. 6:30-8:30pm.
8 simple steps to eating the Mediterranean way. Think olive oil, roasted vegetables, and legumes. There will be a teaching time on the health benefits of Mediterranean nutrition, a store tour to choose ingredients, recipe demonstrations, and a chance to taste the products. (space – 25 participants) - Gluten and Dairy-Free Baking Demo – Sunday, October 28 or Sunday, November 4. 2:00-4:00pm.
Are you new to a gluten or dairy-free lifestyle? Are you having a hard time baking allergy-free goodies that are as delicious and healthy as the flour-ful bakery treats you remember? Learn the basics of baking without gluten, grains, dairy, or refined sugars during this demo class. This includes baked samples to nibble on. (space – 12 participants per class) - Overcoming Anxiety – Thursday, November 1. 6:30-8:00pm.
This session will cover what anxiety is, what some common symptoms are, how to cope with anxiety, and where to get help. The presentation is intended to demystify, normalize and raise awareness about anxiety. It is helpful for anybody experiencing high stress and anxiety, an anxiety disorder, or who may know somebody who is experiencing issues with anxiety. (space – 40 participants) - Chai: The Art of Indian Tea-Making – Friday, November 16. 7:00-9:30pm.
Using a mixture of diverse herbs and spices from India, participants will learn to make a holistic cup of tea (three varieties). Put a mortar and pestle to use as you mix, paste, smell and taste the spices, learning the health benefits of each. Take homes included. (space – 15 participants) - Cribbage Tournament – Wednesday, November 21. 7:00-9:00pm.
Cribbage is an exciting card game where players compete to ‘skunk’ their opponents by grouping their cards in combinations to gain points. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Participants will be provided with an overview of the game and instructions on how to play. It’s simple to learn and a fun, fast-paced game to play. Based on the number of participants, players will either play as singles, or be paired up in teams of two. We anticipate playing four rounds with a double elimination, ie. as soon as you lose two games, you will be out of the running for the title, but will have the chance to play others who didn’t progress to the next round. Come out for a fun evening of some friendly competition! (space – 40 participants)
Please note that seminars are intended for signed AESES members, along with their significant others (rather than friends, neighbours, or children), to ensure all AESES members have a chance to participate. All sessions are filled based on when registrations and payments are received by the AESES Office.
Extra, Extra: insideAESES Newsletter (August 2018)
Wednesday, August 1st, 2018
August’s issue of ‘insideAESES’ is printed and ready for your reading pleasure. This edition of ‘insideAESES’ features valuable articles related to:
- Can You Tell Me? – Do I Have to Obey my Office’s Scent-Free Policy?
- From the President’s Desk
- UM Employee Spotlight – Sam Kidd
- New Faces
- Dedicated to Staff Safety & Security
- Staff Introductions of Our Newest Hire
- Contract Admin
- Reflecting on CCU’s Executive Board Meeting
- Negotiation Prep
- Educating via Seminars
Click on the following link to become informed about everything AESES related – August 2018 insideAESES newsletter
Press Release: From MB Federation of Labour
Sunday, July 22nd, 2018
Partnership to Defend Public Services Will Continue to Fight the Pallister Government’s Attacks on Public Sector Workers
(July 20, 2018)
Manitoba’s labour movement remains committed to standing up for our province’s dedicated public sector workers despite today’s court ruling in the injunction case brought by the Partnership to Defend Public Services (PDPS), announced Kevin Rebeck, President of the Manitoba Federation of Labour.
“While winning this injunction would have meant an immediate victory for working families in our province, we knew all along that courts rarely grant injunctions in these types of cases,” said Rebeck. “But we have been clear all along that we will never back down when it comes to making sure the public services we count on are protected, and that the workers who deliver them are respected.”
A successful injunction exempting parties from legislation before the case goes to trial is hard to come by, as the courts set a very high bar and do not grant these types of injunctions very often.
Rebeck added that the PDPS’ main legal challenge on the constitutionality of the Pallister government’s wage freeze legislation has yet to be heard.
“While we certainly would have preferred to win this injunction to stop this law’s harmful impacts on bargaining in Manitoba right away, today’s ruling doesn’t mean that the courts have ruled on the constitutionality of the law,” said Rebeck. “We remain confident and we look forward to presenting our full constitutional challenge to the Court of Queen’s Bench in the coming months. We will continue to fight back against the Pallister government’s cuts and attacks on services on behalf of Manitoba’s 120,000 public sector workers.”
Rebeck stressed that moving forward, Manitoba’s labour movement looks forward to the full Charter challenge case being heard on an expedited basis by the courts.
CCU Launches its Connections Newsletter
Wednesday, June 27th, 2018
CCU (The Confederation of Canadian Unions) is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural edition of the ‘CCU Connections’ newsletter. The May issue features an introduction from the President, a summary of the last Executive Board meeting, updates from each affiliated union, and finally, an article detailing the CCU’s history. Read away!
Future issues will be found on our dedicated AESES-CCU webpage.
Extra, Extra: insideAESES Newsletter (June 2018)
Friday, June 1st, 2018
June’s issue of ‘insideAESES’ is printed and ready for your reading pleasure. This edition of ‘insideAESES’ features valuable articles related to:
- Happy Anniversary to Us: Celebrating 45 Years
- From the President’s Desk
- Volunteer Appreciation
- Honourary Life Memberships Awarded
- Dedicated Service Award Recipients
- New Faces
- Lunch was Served
- Contract Admin
- AESES Representatives (2018-2020)
- UW Employee Spotlight – Anna Hussey
Click on the following link to become informed about everything AESES related – June 2018 insideAESES newsletter
AESES Activism: May Day & Other Opportunities
Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
Today, May 1st, is International Workers’ Day. Also known globally as May Day, this is a day to celebrate the social achievements of workers. As a union, this in one of our annual highlights, so we want to wish each and every one of you a Happy May Day!
There are a few events and activism opportunities we’d like to make our members aware of:
A rally will be held tonight (May 1, 2018), organized by the Winnipeg Labour Council, to bring attention to the plight of working people around the world. Specifically under the banner of ‘Stop the Cuts,’ we’ll also focus on the austerity measures that Manitoba’s government is taking by making deep cuts in government spending to social programming. We encourage all our members to take part in the march, raising our collective voice! We will be meeting in front of City Hall (510 Main Street) starting at 5:30 pm for a round of speeches and rallying cries, with the march set to begin shortly after at 6:00pm. The route we will be walking with follow Main south until Broadway, then Broadway to Smith, Smith to Portage, Portage to Notre Dame, Notre Dame to Albert ending at Old Market Square for singing of the Internationale.
A second rally is planned for Sunday, May 27th, by the Manitoba Federation of Labour. The ‘Rally for Public Services’ will meet on the front lawn of the Manitoba Legislature (450 Broadway) at 1:00 pm. We’re joining in solidarity and raising our voices to let Manitoba’s government know that unions have a right to fair and free collective bargaining, a right which must be protected, especially in light of an upcoming decision on the injunction and statement of claim against the proposed Bill 28: The Public Services Sustainability Act, which deals with wage freezes.
Finally, a petition has been posted to the CCU (Confederation of Canadian Unions) website, seeking signatures to support the notion of ‘pharmacare for all,’ a universal, comprehensive, publicly-administered and sustainable pharmacare program. Canada remains the only country in the world with a universal health care system that doesn’t include prescription medication. Let’s get as many signatures as we can on this important issue, demanding that the federal government provide all Canadians with access to the prescription medicines they need – https://www.change.org/p/justi
Scholarship Money: AESES Scholarship for Dependents
Thursday, April 12th, 2018
For AESES members with children studying at either UM or UW, consider applying for one of the nine $1000 AESES Scholarships for Dependents that we offer.
Details:
Two scholarships are available at UW, valued at $1000 each. The scholarships will be awarded to the two full-time undergrad students with the highest standing (i.e. 18 credit hours or more over the fall and winter terms). The student must also register in full-time studies for the subsequent year of undergraduate study.
Seven scholarships are available at UM, valued at $1000 each. Scholarships will be awarded to the full-time undergrad student with the highest standing in each group listed below. The student must also register in full-time studies for the subsequent year of undergraduate study:
Group 1 University 1
Group 2 Arts
Group 3 Science
Group 4 Architecture; Engineering; Environment, Earth and Resources; Fine Art
Group 5 Law; Management; Medicine
Group 6 Education; Kinesiology and Recreation Management; Music; Social Work
Group 7 Agriculture and Food Sciences; Dental Hygiene; Dentistry; Human Ecology; Medical Rehabilitation; Nursing; Pharmacy
Apply:
The scholarship form can be completed and submitted online, or a PDF can also be downloaded (UM, UW) from our website and submitted via email, fax or interdepartmental mail. Completed application forms will be accepted by the AESES office for consideration between April 1 and June 30, 2018.
AESES Vote Results: Dues Increase Passed
Wednesday, April 11th, 2018
A membership vote took place at last night’s AESES Annual General Meeting, which dealt with a proposal to raise the AESES membership dues rate from 0.75% to 1.00%. A two thirds majority (i.e. 67%) was required for the motion to pass. 52 ballots were cast, with no spoiled ballots. The results of the vote were 71.2% in favour of the proposed dues increase. The motion was therefore passed and the dues rate will increase.
Thank you to all AESES members who took the time to attend the info meetings we held at each campus earlier this month, those who reviewed the Annual Report and/or the Proposed Dues Increase document via our website, those who were in attendance at last night’s AESES Annual General Meeting, and finally those who cast a ballot as part of the vote for or against the proposed dues increase.
Now Hiring: Member Services Officer
Thursday, April 5th, 2018
The AESES Business Office is looking to expand our team. We are in the process of hiring a Member Services Officer. The job description for this full-time, continuing position, with an anticipated start date of May 28, 2018, can be viewed here.
If interested, please submit a letter of application, along with a current resume, to the AESES Business Office, either by email to lmckendry@aeses.ca or by internal mail to:
AESES
c/o Mail Room
Attn: Lisa McKendry
The deadline date to receive applications is April 27, 2018. If you have any questions about the position or application process, please contact Lisa McKendry directly at 204-949-5200 ext.102 or by email at lmckendry@aeses.ca.
Extra, Extra: insideAESES Newsletter (April 2018)
Monday, April 2nd, 2018
April’s issue of ‘insideAESES’ is printed and ready for your reading pleasure. This edition of ‘insideAESES’ features valuable articles related to:
- Can You Tell Me? – May I Submit My Own Job Description Rewrite?
- From the President’s Desk
- AESES Appointments
- Wellness Corner
- AESES Dependent Scholarships
- Lunching on International Workers’ Day
- New Faces
- Donation to Agape Table
- #IWD2018 Recap
- AGM Invite
Click on the following link to become informed about everything AESES related – April 2018 insideAESES newsletter