You have told us what is important to you as screeners and we have been listening. If the IAM is successful in being elected as your union of choice, your elected bargaining committee (made up of fellow screeners) will ensure that you NOT lose what you currently have in your contract. This is the law according to Section 24.4 of the Canada Labour Code. 

The IAM has just uncovered a document which shows yet again that you cannot trust the CAWU. It has only recently been published on their website after two (2) years of being hidden from you. We are referring to the Letter of Understanding #7 (LOU #7) dated 27 April, 2010, signed by Sumeet Datta, former President of the CAWU. This letter is being used against you, resulting in layoffs. See below for a copy of this letter of understanding. The

The IAM does not tolerate Racism in any form at any time The IAM has an internal department dedicated strictly to Human Rights that promotes equality for all. The CAWU is attempting to play the “race” card on something they have taken out of context. The IAM contacted the CAWU’s lawyers in regards to this matter to clear up any misunderstanding that may have been caused. The CAWU realizes the END is near and will stop at nothing to hold

OTTAWA—Almost 300 security screeners are being laid off at Pearson International Airport, a move that is sparking worries about longer lines for passengers and raising questions about safety, the Star has learned. Transport Minister Denis Lebel has been warned that cutting the ranks of security screeners by almost 20 per cent at Canada’s busiest airport will have a direct impact on service — perhaps even aviation security.

CATSA CLAIMS THEY MUST ENSURE THE SAFETY OF AIR TRAVELLERS AT YOUR EXPENSE! Toronto, ON- The Canadian Air Transport Security Agency (CATSA) will push Canada’s airport security past the breaking point if it makes further cuts to passenger screening funding says the Machinists Union. It places the safety of the Canadian air travelling public on the line! Over many years, the members of our union who work as airport security screeners have been a key element in maintaining the safety

OTTAWA, Jan. 4, 2012 /CNW/ – The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, today announced that the Government of Canada is taking steps to streamline the Canadian Aviation Security Regulations and ensure they reflect the current aviation security environment. “While current aviation security regulations are robust, our government is committed to improving them, making them as clear, user-friendly and efficient as possible while maintaining a high level of security,” said Minister Lebel. “These initial changes further align