Monday, August 19, 2019 Ratification: Ross Place Seniors Residence Society Locals Local 501 Newsletters Ratifications Local 501 members at Ross Place Retirement Residence in Victoria voted overwhelmingly in favour of a new 3-year contract providing wage increases of 2%/yr. over the term as well as market adjustments for 3 classifications. Other improvements include a night-shift premium for housekeeping staff, enhanced vacation, double pay for Christmas Day, and improved transportation allowance. Thanks goes out to bargaining committee members Nicole Stec (steward) and Mark Onda. You might be interested in Closing the Gender Gap Takes More Than Equal Pay 2 Nov 2026 Accountability is a Team Sport 2 Nov 2026 Everyday Champion! 1 Nov 2026 CLAC and WOW Call for Meaningful Social Dialogue in Canada–EU Partnership 30 Oct 2026