ILWU Columbia River Pensioners Association

10/17/2026

Vote!!! Washington State ILWU-endorsed candidates are below.

10/17/2026

Vote!!! Mail ballots by 10/27/26 or place them in an official ballot drop box by 8 PM on 11/3/2026.

10/13/2026

Let's kick off the holiday season with a canned food drive. Please bring non-perishable, unexpired food to the hiring hall.

10/11/2026

Come one, come all!

If you haven't joined the CRPA yet, please do so to receive your Life Member pin. The Columbia River Pensioners Association is for retired ILWU members....Locals 4, 5, 8, 28, 40, 92, IBU, and anyone who has retired and moved to the area.

10/03/2026

Did you catch the first episode of the ILWU Education Series, "Harry Bridges and the Origins of the ILWU"? If you’re interested in purchasing Robert W. Cherny’s book, you can find the order form below (or in The Dispatcher)

The next seminar, "How the Union Works" is on November 4, 2026. Sign up to reserve your spot.

09/30/2026

Tis the season...to start thinking about the holidays. The ILWU Local 8 Auxiliary 5 is holding a fundraiser to alleviate the stress of the season and, at the same time, raise a few dollars for the Auxiliary. Click the link and start shopping!

https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=31966

Get your holiday wrap & gifts HERE 🎁 It’s our fall fundraiser! Using this shopping link, you can support Auxiliary 5 while choosing from over 2,500 high quality wrapping papers & gifts from Charleston Wrap – including holiday, birthday, hostess, and more! https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=31966

There’s something for everyone. Please also SHARE this link with family and friends, and thank you for your support.

09/29/2026

The 57th PCPA convention was held in Tacoma, WA. It was a HUGE success!

Send a message to learn more

09/28/2026

Ever wondered what the ILWU Local 8 PR committee has been doing? Check it out!

09/21/2026

09/21/2026

The 2026 Pacific Coast Pensioners Convention is kicking off in Tacoma. The Columbia River is well represented. Retired from the job, not from the struggle!