FG DELI BARGAINING 2025
Welcome! This site is exclusively for UFCW Local 247 members working at FG Deli as we work to negotiate a new Collective Agreement (union contract).
Check here often for your latest bargaining updates, new ways to get involved, and key information about the process.
YOUR UPDATES
Your Latest Updates
30 April 2025 | Getting Ready for Negotiations at FG Deli
In this update, we set out basic information about how union negotiations work and summarize the bargaining process.
Download: English
21 June 2025 | Title of the bargaining Update
Brief summary of the bargaining update
Download: English | Spanish | Tagalog | Punjabi
21 June 2025 | Title of the bargaining Update
Brief summary of the bargaining update
Download: English | Spanish | Tagalog | Punjabi
These are just the most recent updates. All other updates are listed at the bottom of this page.
Reports from Your Committee
KEY DOCUMENTS
Your current Collective Agreement | Your Current Benefits Booklet | Initial Union Bargaining Proposals | Initial Company Bargaining Proposals
YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT BARGAINING
Frequently Asked Questions
What is collective bargaining?
How long does the bargaining process take?
What are proposals and where do they come from?
Who is on the union bargaining committee?
How do we decide on our priorities?
What happens at the bargaining table?
Who decides if we get something or not?
If our current agreement expires before we get a new one, what happens?
How can I find out what happens at bargaining?
How can I share my feedback during the bargaining process?
*NEW* How can I get involved? [example of new item]
Can I come to bargaining meetings?
What is a strike?
What is a lockout?
Will there be a strike or a lockout?
What is a Tentative Agreement?
Why do I have to vote on the contract?
If we reject a Tentative Agreement, what happens?
Once a Tentative Agreement is accepted, when does it take effect?
YOUR INVOLVEMENT
Our union bargaining committee’s strength at the table is directly related to how engaged and united our members are along the way. Solidarity is key to achieving a strong and fair agreement.
Your involvement in building solidarity throughout the bargaining process makes a big difference. Here are some ways you can get involved.
Take Action
- Complete a bargaining survey [LINK/BUTTON]
- Prepare a bargaining proposal [Share with your committee what you would like them to try to change in your workplace]
- Ask questions, talk with coworkers, and know the bargaining process
- Show support for your union bargaining committee, and let the company know we’re united in pushing for a strong and fair agreement
- Update your contact information to stay informed about the process (see below)
Connect with us and get email updates
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YOUR BARGAINING COMMITTEE
Your union bargaining committee drives much of the actual negotiations with the company.
Your committee is made up of your fellow union members, including shop stewards and fellow members selected by you, working with the support of union staff members, including negotiators, communications and engagement staff, and lawyers.
First Last
First Last has worked at FG Deli for XX years. He is currently a Meat Cutter on the boning line. His main concern is addressing health and safety concerns
First Last
First Last has worked at FG Deli for XX years. He is currently a Meat Cutter on the boning line. His main concern is addressing health and safety concerns
First Last
First Last has worked at FG Deli for XX years. He is currently a Meat Cutter on the boning line. His main concern is addressing health and safety concerns
First Last
First Last has worked at FG Deli for XX years. He is currently a Meat Cutter on the boning line. His main concern is addressing health and safety concerns
Dean Patriquin
Dean is Executive Assistant to the President for UFCW Local 247 and is the lead spokesperson for our union at the bargaining table. Dean has been a union negotiator and representative for nearly 30 years.
Wojtek Rojewski
Wojtek is the Union Representative assigned to support UFCW Local 247 members at FG Deli. Coming out of the Loblaw Warehouse, he has been a UFCW member and activist for more than XX years.
ARCHIVED UPDATES
This is where we put updates in chronological order after they’ve been removed from the LATEST UPDATES SECTION ABOVE. For example:
21 June 2025 | Title of the bargaining Update | Brief summary of the bargaining update. Download: English | Spanish | Tagalog | Punjabi
21 June 2025 | Title of the bargaining Update | Brief summary of the bargaining update. Download: English | Spanish | Tagalog | Punjabi
