COVID-19 Information & Resources

Local 128 is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and it’s progression. Please see below for the latest information from Local 128 and COVID-19 resources for you and your family. Please check back often for updates.

June 16, 2021 – Important Notice for All Local 128 Members
Please see the latest updates from Business Manager Roy Grills regarding the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic:

June 16, 2021: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)
August 27, 2020: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)
May 29, 2020: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)
April 27, 2020: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)
April 6, 2020: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)
March 24, 2020: COVID-19: Business Manager Update (PDF)

Local 128 Updates

August Union Meeting


The Local 128 monthly Union meeting will be held in person at the Burlington Union Hall on Wednesday August 11th at 7:30pm.  This meeting is open to a maximum of 40 Active members who are in good standing. Sorry no Travel Cards or Retirees at this time.  For more information, including how to register, see:

NOTICE: Union Meeting In Person – August 11, 2021 (PDF).

Office Closure Extended

In accordance with government regulations Local 128 offices will remain closed until further notice. Please note that your area representatives will remain available via phone and e-mail.

Permits

Please note that there is NO work for Permit workers at this time. If there is overflow and we require help it will be posted here with instructions. This seems to be the trend right across the country, to all brothers and sisters, practice good hygiene and follow the protocol and be safe.

Security Clearances

If you have Bruce Power and OPG Security Clearance queries during our office closure please contact Goksen ‘Turk’ Nalsok by email at .

COVID-19 Resources

IBB COVID-19 Benefits Relief Plan

Please click the link below for information about the National Benefit Plan’s COVID-19 relief plan including webinars on extended health care benefits: https://boilermakersbenefits.ca/covid19

EI Inquiries re COVID-19

For all EI inquiries regarding COVID-19, the government has set up a dedicated line for assistance and information: 1-833-381-2725. You can also find information here by clicking here.

FSEAP: Your Member Assistance Program

Caring and professional assistance for personal, family and work-related concerns. Services are free and confidential. Contact FSEAP 24/7/365:

1-866-990-1113
or visit fseap.ca using the login below

Group Name: Boilermakers
Password: myfseap