Entries by Michelle Travis

Local 40 Hardship Fund now open for Applications

The Local 40 Hardship Fund is now taking applications! This Fund was established by UNITE HERE Local 40 to assist members who have encountered financial and related difficulties as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Before applying, please ensure: you are a hospitality worker (you do not need to be a union member to be […]

COVID-19: Government & Community Resources

Questions about applying for Employment Insurance Your Medical Benefits FAQ COVID-19 Resource Guide Booklet for Local 40 Members Quick Links: BC Covid-19 Symptom Self Assessment Tool Community Savings Credit Union – 6 Month Interest-Free Line of Credit BC Hydro Customer Crisis Fund Job-protected leave: Workers can take unlimited unpaid leave if they are unable to […]

Federal COVID-19 Benefits Program Portal Opens Today: Here’s How to Apply

Today is the beginning of sign ups for the $2000/month Canada Emergency Response Benefit!  If you have already applied for EI after March 15th, you do NOT need to apply for this benefit.  If you have NOT applied for EI and your birthday is between January and March, you should apply today. If your birthday […]