Tired of seeing COVID punted like a political football? Me too. Viruses, like city politics, are non-partisan. They don’t pick sides. That’s why, after a month of jawing in the Legislature, I’m glad to see our provincial government finally – … Read More

Each year we mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This commemorative day falls on December 6th annually, on the anniversary of the massacre at the École Polytechnique Montréal. This year the AFL is holding … Read More

Dear Sisters and Brothers, Due to the outbreak of Covid-19 and in compliance with the ATU International, the Executive Board of Local 583 has voted to suspend the December 2020 General Membership Meeting due to the lack of ability to … Read More

Children’s Christmas Gifts – Pick Up Although we have had to cancel the Children’s Christmas party this year due to COVID 19 restrictions, we are excited to advise you that we will still be distributing gifts for eligible children up … Read More

COVID 19 – MEMBERS COMING INTO THE ATU 583 OFFICE With new Provincial Restrictions and the declared State of Emergency effective for at least the next three weeks we will be adding some safety guidelines for visiting the Union Office. … Read More

Covid-19, Mental Health and EFAP We are living in unprecedented times. As a result, our mental health is being challenged more than usual. We have legitimate reasons for being concerned and even the smaller things can start to feel overwhelming. … Read More

Members, Below is information from Calgary’s Future regarding the Calgary City Budget. If you do nothing else today, please send the email requested in this post. The link is at the bottom. “Right now, Calgary’s budget is being reviewed by … Read More

ATU Local 583 Remembers our fallen heroes today at a time when the entire world is reminded of what these brave women and men have sacrificed. Through their sacrifice, they gave us the precious gift of Freedom; the right to … Read More

We will be accepting non-perishable food donations to the Veteran’s Food Bank at this month’s Regular Union Meeting. If you intend to attend the meeting please consider dropping off some canned or boxed goods for this worthy cause. Please note … Read More

If you or a Member of Local 583 that you know of are in need of a Christmas Hamper this year, please reach out to the ATU Local 583 Support Group for assistance. Please email the following information to the … Read More