Nomination Packages – IRO & Inshore Divisions
Full Nomination Packages for the 2024 FFAW-Unifor Executive Board Election are now available online for viewing and download.
Month: October 2019
DFO Signs Over Yellowtail to USA, Refuses Access to Inshore Harvesters
The federal government should not be handing over yellowtail to another country while Newfoundland and Labrador harvesters have no access to the resource.
Plant Workers Applaud Announcement for Safety Sector Council
Processing workers face unique safety challenges in their workplaces. Having a safety sector council that will address those concerns will be paramount in reducing the high rates of injury and
Lump Roe Rebate
Harvesters will be receiving a rebate of $3.01 per pound, resulting in a total price of $4.51 per pound.
Employment Opportunity – Staff Representative
FFAW-Unifor is seeking a full-time Staff Representative to service members in the Industrial/Retail/Offshore sector. Reporting to FFAW-Unifor management, the Staff Representative is responsible for the servicing of Collective Agreements, collective
Minority Government an Opportunity to Advance Fisheries Issues
The election of a minority government should send a clear message to our elected officials that Canadians want to see more co-operation amongst the parties.
Inshore Council Passes Resolution Condemning Inaction by Provincial Government
In light of the serious concerns and considerable frustration from harvesters with respect to oil and gas development and aquaculture, as well as the lack of acknowledgement and respect from
Long Harbour Workers Awarded Collective Agreement and Signing Bonus After 5 Year Battle
The janitorial workers at Provincial Ready Mix are celebrating a well-deserved victory at the Labour Relations Board following a five-year battle with their employer to negotiate their first collective agreement.
Snow Crab Management Update: Building an Alternate Precautionary Approach
Instead of simply criticizing DFO’s proposed management approach, FFAW committed to developing an alternate management framework for the snow crab fishery that incorporates fish harvester knowledge and expertise.
MEDIA RELEASE: FFAW Releases Results of Federal Election Questionnaire on the Fishery
“Any party that is vying for your vote this election must understand the importance of the inshore fishery to our rural communities and to our province."