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ALL IAM MEMBERS – AIR CANADA FORMAL NOTICE OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE
W3 – Online Steward Training
The Winpisinger Center’s new online steward training is open to all members in good standing who serve as stewards. The training will take place over three consecutive weeks in October with different topics offered each week. Each session will be 2 hours long and repeat three times during the week scheduled to accommodate stewards on different shifts and time zones. Please follow the links below to register.
Week 1
Role of the Steward
Steward Rights & Responsibilities
Wednesday, October 1 10:00 a.m. EDT
Thursday, October 2 8:00 p.m. EDT
Saturday, October 4 11:00 a.m. EDT
Week 2
Grievances
Investigations
Wednesday, October 8 10:00 a.m. EDT
Thursday, October 9 8:00 p.m. EDT
Saturday, October 11 11:00 a.m. EDT
Week 3
Just Cause and Discipline Cases
Contract Cases & Past Practice
Wednesday, October 15 10:00 a.m. EDT
Thursday, October 16 8:00 p.m. EDT
Saturday, October 18 11:00 a.m. EDT
ALL IAM MEMBERSHIP AIR CANADA POLICY GRIEVANCE ARBITRATION VICTORY VACATION RECONCILATION (GHO)
The full arbitration award can be viewed in the link below.
Passing of a member
Leo Leclair
October 3, 1938 – June 6, 2025
Leo Leclair, 86, of Headingley passed away peacefully at St. Boniface Hospital on June 6, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He is now with his beloved wife, Rose once again.
Leo was born in St. Boniface to the late Yvonne Salter (nee Bergeron) on October 3, 1938. He was raised in Haywood, Manitoba.
Leo married Rose Bedford on July 27, 1963, in Carman. After moving to the Winnipeg area, they raised four children in Headingley where they lived for over 40 years in a house on Manitoba Street.
Leo was a devoted husband and family man. He was always a supportive and caring father. He always made sure his family was well looked after. He loved his wife and children very much and always put their needs above his own.
Leo was a quiet and humble man, yet he was strong, protective and proud of his family. He was always there to stand strong when his family needed him.
Leo was always hard working, and was dedicated to his trade as a Sheet Metal Mechanic. He proudly worked for Air Canada for many years and retired from there in 2002. Air Canada helped him develop a love for airplanes and travelling. He and Rose travelled the world together while he worked there, as well as after he retired.
Leo had a great sense of humour. He was fun to be around. He always made time for his loved ones and made everyone feel special. He had a beautiful and contagious smile.
Leo was always active in his grandchildren’s lives and was full of pride when he celebrated their achievements. He especially loved watching them play sports such as baseball, volleyball, hockey, and at the racetrack in Winnipeg and down in Tennessee, proudly cheering on Team 7 wearing a bright racing T-shirt.
Leo loved all kinds of music, and experienced pure joy when he listened to anything live, especially with a spiced rum or beer in his hand. He particularly loved traditional French Canadian and Metis music, as well as folk and blue grass tunes. Always a handyman, in his final years, he made a number of musical instruments himself, which he would dedicate to his children and grandchildren, and late wife Rose.
Leo lost his beloved wife Rose to cancer in 2023. Although a devasting loss for Leo, he persevered and became even closer with his children and grandchildren in his final years. Leo is survived by his four children: Debbie, Bev, Lisa and Ray, his seven grandchildren: Ryan, Brittany, Ricky, Chad, Corey, Lee and Ally, and his one great-grandson Morrison. He will be missed so much by each one of his family.
Leo had a private family funeral at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home in Winnipeg on Friday, June 13. Leo was buried next to Rose at the Holy Trinity Cemetery in Headingley.
The family would like to thank all the staff at Sturgeon Creek Residences and St. Boniface Hospital.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada – Manitoba Branch in Leo’s name.
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715
Tribute Link: www.chapellawn.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 14, 2025
Passing of a member
FRANK JOSEPH PERRELLA
September 19, 1961 – April 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Frank Joseph Perrella on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Frank passed away at the age of 63.
Frank is survived by his son, Bradley, grand fur babies Blue, Buyo, and Kansas, special friends Tracy and Sabrina, his mother Connie, Brothers Tony (Dora) Michael (Laura), and John (Kimberley), numerous nieces and nephews, as well as friends who held a close spot in his heart.
Frank retired from Air Canada after 37 years of service. Frank was in the maintenance department within Air Canada and moved up within the company ending his career as a Lead hand Stock Keeper. Frank was actively involved in the union, helping fight for fairness and respect within the workplace.
Frank’s passions were golf, hockey, baseball, and his lawn. There was nothing he enjoyed more than spending an afternoon on the golf course with his son and friends or spending the afternoon cutting the grass. His passion for hockey and baseball were shared with his son and friends with a friendly reminder text every time the Winnipeg Jets or Toronto Blue Jays were on television.
Frank will be remembered as a loving, caring, and meticulous man. He could calm anyone down by listening to what’s actually going on. Frank always gave fantastic advice and listened when advice wasn’t necessary. He was always there whenever you had a problem. There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever we are, you will always be in my heart.
Cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on June 16, 2025, at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Boulevard.
Glen Lawn Funeral Home
204-982-7550
Tribute Link: www.glenlawn.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 14, 2025
Bernie Wood Honoured with Art Coulter Award for Outstanding Labour and Community Service
The IAM Union is proud to announce that International Representative Bernie Wood received the prestigious Art Coulter Award at the Annual Labour Community Awards ceremony, an event hosted by United Way Winnipeg in collaboration with the Winnipeg Labour Council. This award is given each year to a trade unionist who has made an outstanding contribution to the lives of working people and the Winnipeg community through volunteerism, activism, education, and support for United Way.
Bernie has been a tireless labour activist, deeply engaged in empowering workers and strengthening communities. His work with United Way Winnipeg includes volunteering on the United Way Cabinet and the Labour Executive Committee. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Community Unemployed Help Centre, a partner agency of United Way Winnipeg.
In addition to these roles, Bernie serves as the 2nd Vice President of the Winnipeg Labour Council. Over the years, he has played an important role as the Canadian Labour Congress representative to Manitoba, forging strong connections between labour and United Way. Today, as an international representative for the IAM Union, Bernie continues his advocacy with dedication.
Bernie lives by the IAM Union motto, “Justice on the job and service in the community.” His commitment goes beyond union work; he actively promotes United Way initiatives and generously volunteers his time. Bernie also supports Indigenous groups in Winnipeg by sharing resources from his hunting activities, helping them create protective gear for Indigenous youth.
Colleagues and community members alike know Bernie as a reliable friend and advocate, someone always ready to help and make a difference. His contributions to the labour movement and the broader Winnipeg community exemplify leadership and solidarity.
The IAM Union congratulates Bernie Wood on receiving this well-deserved recognition. His passion for fairness, equity, and community service continues to inspire us all.
