Unifor 2002 District 400

09/28/2026

Triennial Election Information

https://www.unifor2002.org/News-Room/MISC/Unifor-2002-Election-for-District-Representatives

D400

Unifor strives to protect the economic rights of our members and every member of the workforce.

09/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in this election and took the time to engage in the process. While the result wasn’t what we hoped for regarding the District Chairperson, I am deeply grateful for your support, your trust and the great conversation we had along the way.

My dedication to our membership hasn’t changed. As your D400 District Chairperson, I remain fully committed to representing your voice, protecting your interest, and serving our union until the 31st of October.

Looking forward to new challenges and opportunities.

I would also like to advise that this FB book page will be shutdown as of the 01 Nov 2026.

D400/Paula

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09/24/2026

UNLIMITED PHYSIOTHERAPY BENEFITS

September 24, 2026

Air Canada Mainline: Physiotherapy Benefits Update

After multiple conversations with the employer, your Unifor Local 2002 bargaining committee is pleased to announce that our physiotherapy benefits that had previously been capped at $3,500.00 per year, have been reinstated to our previous benefit level (i.e. unlimited).

Union-negotiated benefits are more than just part of a collective agreement – they are an important investment in the health, financial security, and well-being of Unifor members. These benefits have been earned through collective bargaining and protected through the strength of our union. Your elected bargaining committee will continue to fight to preserve and improve these benefits while holding the employer accountable for meeting every obligation outlined in the collective agreement, today and in the future.

If you have any questions, please contact your Unifor Local 2002 regional bargaining committee representative.



In Solidarity,

Your Unifor Bargaining Committee
Astrid Metzler – Chair of the Committee & Western Region Representative
Soppo Gomez-Gnali – Pacific Region Representative
Brett Grassam – Central Region Representative
Eric Bedard – Eastern Region Representative
Cheryl Robinson – Atlantic Region Representative
Tracey Potter – Unifor 2002 Grievance Coordinator
Tammy Moore – Unifor 2002 President
Frances Galambosy – Unifor National Staff Representative

24 septembre 2026

Ligne principale d’Air Canada : Mise à jour sur les prestations de physiothérapie

À l’issue de multiples discussions avec l’employeur, le comité de négociation de la section locale 2002 d’Unifor a le plaisir d’annoncer que vos prestations de physiothérapie, qui étaient précédemment plafonnées à 3 500 $ par année, ont été rétablies à leur niveau antérieur (c’est-à-dire qu’il n’y a plus de plafond).

Les prestations négociées par le syndicat ne font pas seulement partie intégrante d’une convention collective : elles constituent un investissement important dans la santé, la sécurité financière et le bien être des membres d’Unifor. Ces prestations ont été obtenues grâce à la négociation collective et sont protégées par la force de notre syndicat. Votre comité de négociation élu continuera de se battre pour préserver et bonifier ces prestations, tout en veillant à ce que l’employeur respecte toutes les obligations énoncées dans la convention collective, aujourd’hui et à l’avenir.

Si vous avez des questions, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec un membre du comité de négociation de votre région de la section locale 2002 d’Unifor.

Pour toute question à ce sujet, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec un membre du comité de négociation de la section locale 2002 d’Unifor de votre région.



En toute solidarité,

Votre comité de négociation d’Unifor
Astrid Metzler – Présidente du comité et représentante de la région de l’Ouest
Soppo Gomez-Gnali – Représentant de la région du Pacifique
Brett Grassam – Représentant de la région du Centre
Eric Bedard – Représentant de la région de l’Est
Cheryl Robinson – Représentante de la région de l’Atlantique
Tracey Potter – Coordonnatrice des griefs de la section locale 2002 d’Unifor
Tammy Moore – Présidente de la section locale 2002 d’Unifor
Frances Galambosy – Représentante nationale d’Unifor

D400/Paula

09/19/2026

Re-Elect Paula Cunha for District Chairperson

09/18/2026

09/18/2026

September 16, 2026

Clarification Regarding Lump Sum Payment

Thank you for your patience as we reached out for further clarification of the status on the lump sum. We wanted to update you as a follow up to our previous email as to what the Local has been advised.

To clarify, there has been no change to the information that was previously provided. This payment was negotiated as a lump sum under Appendix A of the new Air Canada Collective Agreement, with the agreement that it would be pensionable income. This means it is treated as part of your earned wages and is included when determining your annual maximum contribution allowance.

To put this into some context, the CRA considers payments such as retroactive salary increases, bonuses and wages in lieu of notice to be employment income. These types of payments are treated like regular wages and are subject to the applicable income tax, CPP and EI deductions. “A taxable and pensionable lump sum payment is generally considered earned wages (employment income) if it is given as retroactive pay, a bonus or wages in lieu of notice” ( canada.ca )

The terminology of lump sum or bonus is interchangeable. The determining factor is whether the payment is pensionable and therefore forms part of earned wages, if that is what has been agreed to then it is also subject to the applicable dues deductions.

As always, we appreciate our members’ engagement and the questions you bring forward and we will continue to do our best to provide clear and accurate information to you.

In Solidarity,
Charlotte Pape, Secretary Treasurer - Unifor Local 2002

16 septembre 2026

Objet : Précisions concernant le versement forfaitaire

Nous vous remercions de votre patience pendant que nous cherchions à obtenir des précisions supplémentaires concernant le versement forfaitaire. Pour faire suite à notre précédent courriel, nous tenons à vous informer des renseignements qui ont été communiqués à la section locale.

En somme, les renseignements fournis précédemment demeurent inchangés. Ce versement a été négocié sous forme de somme forfaitaire conformément à l’annexe A de la nouvelle convention collective conclue avec Air Canada, l’entente étant qu’il s’agirait d’un revenu donnant droit à pension. Par conséquent, ce versement est considéré comme faisant partie de votre salaire et est pris en compte dans le calcul de votre plafond annuel de cotisations.

Pour remettre les choses dans leur contexte, l’Agence du revenu du Canada considère que les paiements comme les hausses salariales rétroactives, les primes et les indemnités tenant lieu de préavis constituent un revenu d’emploi. Ces types de paiements sont traités comme un salaire ordinaire et soumis aux retenues applicables au titre de l’impôt sur le revenu, du Régime de pensions du Canada et de l’assurance-emploi. Selon l’Agence du revenu du Canada, un versement forfaitaire imposable et donnant droit à pension est généralement considéré comme un salaire gagné (revenu d’emploi) s’il est versé à titre de rémunération rétroactive, de prime ou d’indemnité tenant lieu de préavis.

Les termes « versement forfaitaire » et « prime » sont interchangeables. Il est surtout important de savoir si le versement donne droit à pension et fait donc partie du salaire gagné. Dans l’affirmative, il est également soumis aux retenues de cotisations applicables.

Comme toujours, nous apprécions votre engagement et les questions que vous soulevez, et continuerons de faire de notre mieux pour vous fournir des renseignements clairs et précis.

En toute solidarité,

Charlotte Pape, Secrétaire-trésorière - Section locale 2002 d’Unifor

D400/Paula

09/18/2026

GIDIP BULLETIN

09/18/2026

ERIC LANCRY FOR DISTRICT CHAIRPERSON 400
With almost 29 years of service, I bring extensive knowledge, experience, and commitment to our workplace and to our membership.

I have been actively involved with the Union for over 15 years as a Union Delegate, representing members and addressing issues that affect them in their day-to-day work. This experience has given me a strong understanding of the importance of effective representation, communication, and advocacy.

For approximately 20 years, I have worked in Lead positions, where I have dealt extensively with problem resolution, conflict resolution, and workplace issues. This experience has taught me how to listen, assess situations, find solutions, and address problems fairly and professionally.

I am well trained and experienced in the grievance process at several levels, with a strong understanding of how to identify issues, gather the facts, interpret the Collective Agreement, and advocate effectively on behalf of our members.

Most importantly, I believe that representation means being there when members need you. If elected, I will make myself present, accessible, and available to our members. I will take the time to listen to their concerns, follow up on their issues, and ensure they know they have someone willing to stand behind them.

I believe strong Union representation requires experience, integrity, credibility, transparency, accountability, and dedication. Members deserve a representative who understands the workplace, knows the Collective Agreement, and is prepared to put in the work.

After nearly three decades of service and more than 15 years of Union involvement, I am ready to put my experience, knowledge, and commitment to work for our members.

09/18/2026

Canada's Airports Are Not for Sale.

Canada’s airports are critical public infrastructure. They connect families and communities, support regional economies, move goods, and provide thousands of good jobs.

Canada’s Airports: Not for Sale
https://www.unifor.org/notforsale

Petition
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-7453

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09/17/2026

Voting is coming 22Sep -25Sep