GRIEF & MOURNING SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO ALL MEMBERS
Posted: Apr 30, 2025 11:47
With deep sadness and aching hearts, IATSE 891 stands in mourning and solidarity with our Filipino community and all impacted by the tragic and senseless violence and loss of life at the Lupa Lupa festival last weekend in Vancouver. As we grieve, we offer our deepest condolences to families and friends of those who lost their lives and to those who were injured. You are not alone.
This week started with the shock of this tragedy still lingering as BC's labour community gathered to mark the annual Day of Mourning (April 28) to honour workers who have been killed or injured on the job. Every worker has a right to safety on the job, and we will continue to fight in solidarity and through advocacy to prevent needless deaths and injuries at work and in our communities.
For members in need of emotional support and grief counselling right now, please do not hesitate to reach out for the supports available to you — from friends, family, co-workers, and your Union.
Crisis lines for immediate mental health support can also be found here.
Access free confidential counselling for you and your families through EFAP by calling 1.800.667.0993 or by making a request online through fseap.bc.ca.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO JONATHAN HELGASON FOR BEING ELECTED AS 891 SENIOR STEWARD
Posted: Apr 30, 2025 11:42
Updated: Apr 30, 2025 11:42
Voting for the Senior Steward Runoff Election closed on April 25 at 1:00 pm. Congratulations to Jonathan Helgason, for being elected IATSE 891 Senior Steward! The term commenced on April 25 and will end on December 31, 2025. To view the official Teller's Report, click here (member login required).
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SURVEY: HELP INFORM OUR TRAINING PROGRAMS
Posted: Apr 25, 2025 10:34
Updated: Apr 25, 2025 10:36
IATSE 891 Training would like to hear from you! As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that members receive the best possible training opportunities, we are conducting a Learning Needs Assessment survey. This survey will help us identify areas where additional training is needed and pinpoint the types of courses you’re most interested in. Complete the survey here before the deadline 9:00 am, April 30. Questions? Please email training@iatse.com.
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SURVEY: SUBCONTRACTING WORK WITHIN 891
Posted: Apr 25, 2025 10:35
IATSE 891 is looking for feedback on subcontracting and third-party work you see performed on productions you work on. Please fill out the survey here. If you have any questions, please email info@iatse.com.
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NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: ALICIA CHOWEN (891 HAIR)
Posted: Apr 25, 2025 10:32
Our latest Member Spotlight features the incredible Alicia Chowen. Inspired by her Jamaican grandmother who owned a salon, Alicia learned the art of styling Black hair in high school. Upon joining IATSE 891's Hair department in 2024 and working on big productions like Yellowjackets, Alicia has built on her success as a motion picture hair stylist and is creating pathways for Black hair stylists to enjoy the benefits of working in film in BC.
Thank you, Alicia, for such an inspiring story! Read the Spotlight on ourwork.ca!
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