Bayshore Makes Workers Wait for Meaningful Wages
In homes in Alberta tonight, Bayshore workers are doing what they always do – being the daily lifeline for our seniors and most vulnerable citizens. They’re not just caregivers; they’re often the only friendly face their clients see all day. The one who notices when something’s wrong. The one who ensures medication is taken, meals are eaten, and dignity is preserved.
Take Action Now:
- Sign and share our petition linked HERE demanding Bayshore Home Health provide their workers with fair travel time pay, better benefits, support for expenses related to healthcare supplies, and fair overtime pay.
- Call Bayshore’s head office at 1 (905) 822-8075 to express your concern
- Share this email with five friends who care about seniors’ welfare
“Every day Bayshore refuses to offer fair wages is another day our home care workers have to make impossible choices between paying rent and buying groceries. While the cost of living continues to rise, the company refuses to provide meaningful wage increases.” – Richelle Stewart, Secretary-Treasurer UFCW Local 401
Our home care workers ensure no client goes without attention, Bayshore Home Health continues to refuse any meaningful movement on wages. In today’s economy, that’s not just disrespectful – it’s cruel.
“As Bayshore Home Health executives likely prepare for comfortable holiday celebrations, their frontline care workers wonder if they can afford to put presents under the tree this year. When our members have to choose between heating their homes and feeding their families this winter, we must ask: where is Bayshore’s holiday spirit? Their corporate stockings may be full, but they’re leaving their workers out in the cold. Our members deserve respect and fair wages now.” – Thomas Hesse, President UFCW Local 401
Our home care workers are the backbone of long-term care, yet they’re treated as an afterthought:
- They’re the ones who spot early signs of health decline
- They’re the ones who provide emotional support during lonely hours
- They’re the ones who make sure our loved ones don’t just survive but live with dignity
We need your help to send Bayshore a message they can’t ignore.
Every day they delay is another day these workers struggle to put food on their own tables while caring for our beloved grandparents, parents, siblings, and friends.
The time for waiting is over. Our home care workers need action now.
If you have any questions, please contact Union Labour Relations Officer Susan Tremblay; you can reach Susan at 403-291-1047 (Ext.1103) and stremblay@ufcw401.ab.ca.
In solidarity,
The UFCW Local 401 – Bayshore Bargaining Committee
For a printable version of this email, click here.
Posted on: December 05,2024