In order for over-age dependants to qualify for benefits, the member must provide to Great West/Canada Life a document from a post-secondary institution as proof that the dependant is attending school on a full-time basis. Due to the pandemic, full-time students may be running into restrictions with their post-secondary institution and course offerings which prevent Read more about OVER-AGE DEPENDANT STUDENTS AND BENEFITS[…]
On June 11, 2020, Arbitrator MacPherson ordered that all continuous service of the RSMCs since they became employees on January 1, 2004 be recognized for the right to post-retirement benefits. IMPACT OF THE DECISION This means that RSMCs who decide to retire with 15 or more years of continuous service have the right to enroll Read more about POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS RSMC UNIT[…]
CUPW is proud to share its latest documentary, Justice and Dignity for All: Stories from the Struggle for Pay Equity, and invites all members to a special premiere screening of the film on Sunday, October 25th at 4 pm ET on Zoom. This is the inspiring tale of the forty-year effort by the Rural and Read more about JUSTICE AND DIGNITY FOR ALL – You’re Invited to the Premiere of CUPW’s New Documentary[…]