Jack Layton Battles Prostate Cancer
National Democratic Party Leader, Jack Layton, revealed yesterday in a message which appeared on his NDP website and other social media pages, that he is battling prostate cancer. He shared that his own father fought the disease 17 years earlier and was successfully treated. The TWU extends its gratitude to the NDP and its support for the labour movement throughout the years. We pray that Mr. Layton’s treatment is successful and extend our heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery.  To view a copy of the letter and video address, please refer to the following Internet link:

http://www.ndp.ca/press/statement-by-jack-layton-delivered-to-media-today.

Committee Updates
The Human Rights Committee presented their report yesterday which focused on the problems associated with the issue of bullying in the workplace.  The report describes the profile of a bully and steps to recognize and prevent bullying.  All members who feel that they are a victim of bullying are strongly urged to contact their Shop   Steward to address this issue. Everyone has a right to work in a physically and psychologically safe work environment. For more information on workplace bullying, please refer to the following link from the Canadian Health and Occupational Safety website:

http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/psychosocial/bullying.html.

The Health and Safety, and Education Committees’ reports presented during yesterday’s convention were also passed.  Election results will take place tomorrow  as well as reports from the Credentials Committee, Constitution Committee,  Solidarity Committee and Finance Committee.

LTD and Pension Trustee Panel Address Convention Delegates
David Podmmore, Chairman and CEO of Concert Properties, attending his 21st TWU convention, presented a strong and sturdy portfolio to delegates at this year’s annual policy convention.  The TWPP has a significant investment in Concert properties which recorded a net profit of $22 million in 2009.  The presentation was followed  by a social function hosted by Concert Properties for the convention delegates.

TWU Welcomes Invited Guests
The TWU would like to thank the following guests for attending this year’s convention.
- David R. Podmore, Chairman and CEO, Concert Properties
- Neil M. Ramsden, Actuary, PBI Actuarial Consultants
- Avinash D. Maniram, Consultant, Group and Health Care, PBI Actuarial Consultants
- David Lee, Vice President, Strategic Income Securities

Election Results
Election results will be revealed in the TWU Hotline on Monday, Feb. 8, at www.twu-stt.ca.

PDF version of this hotline be viewed online at:
http://www.twu-stt.ca/sites/default/files/BulletinE20100206.pdf