Mission:

The mission of the SEIU-West Young Workers Committee is to engage and unite young union members to become more active and knowledgeable in the labour movement.

Our goal is to mobilize young workers across Saskatchewan to become leaders and activists for social change within their unions and communities at large.

Through support, unity and encouragement, we help develop skills for young worker leadership today.

Composition:

Committee members must be members in good standing who have completed an "Expression of Interest" form within the appropriate deadline and following notice of the reconstitution of Committees. Committee members must also be aged 35 or under. Motion to formally appoint members to the Committee is the express authority of the SEIU-West Executive Board. The President or Designate is Ex-Officio to this Committee. The President or Designate will assign Staff resources to the Committee. 

The Chairperson or Co-Chairpersons shall be a member of the Committee and appointed by the consensus of the Committee Members. 

The Committee will consist of up to eight (8) members. The term will be the two years between SEIU-West Biennial Conventions. 

Community Involvement:

Involvement from the Young Workers’ Committee in the community is a priority because it is an opportunity to meet the people we live with and work for. Unions have a strong relationship to their communities, and it is important to have Young Workers present. Our committee will strive to ensure a presence at both urban and rural solidarity events, such as: Labour Day events, Sidewalk Day festivals, and Homecomings.

We also get to show them that union members contribute to vibrant communities.

Committee Members:

Committee Members

Darby McComb- CCA, Nokomis Health Centre 306.450.1439 Recording Secretary

Nicole Warn - Laundry Service Worker, Sherbrook Care Centre (Saskatoon) Chair

Mariann Marcia- CCA, Nokomis Health Centre 306.231.0827

 

Top Officer: 
Jason Monteith

Staff Representative:
Kate McDaid

Click here to view our YWC brochure! 

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2025

The SEIU-West Workers of Colour Multicultural Mentorship Committee (WoCMMC) and the Young Workers Committee (YWC) have been partnering for the past few years to give away Stop Racism shirts to our SEIU-West members. 

Members are sharing their reasons why they wear their shirts all year round. Have a read:

Fall Pottery Night

The SEIU-West Young Workers Committee is hosting a free pottery night in Saskatoon on Thursday, November 28th, 2024 at 6pm. We are looking for 15-18 members of any age to attend. This will be a great opportunity to create some art, meet union members, and discuss issues of mental health and burnout among members of the workforce. 

Summer Paint Night

The SEIU-West Young Workers Committee is hosting its first free paint night in Saskatoon on Friday, August 23rd, 2024 at 6pm. We are looking for 15-18 members of any age to attend. This will be a great opportunity to create some art, meet union members, and discuss issues of mental health and burnout among members of the workforce. 

Spring Pottery Night

The SEIU-West Young Workers Committee is hosting its first free pottery night in Saskatoon on Thursday, June 6th, 2024 at 6pm. We are looking for 15-18 members aged 35 or under to attend. This will be a great opportunity to create some pottery, meet fellow young union members, and discuss issues of mental health and burnout among young members of the workforce. 

Celebrate International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2024

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) has been a focus for the past several years for the Workers of Colour Multicultural Mentorship Committee and Young Workers Committee because we see racism, we experience racism, and we want desperately to end racism. The prejudices fueled by racial discrimination happen on a personal level, but also in a systemic way.

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2024

Thursday, March 21st, 2024 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. 

The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on the day police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid "pass laws" in 1960. Since that day, the apartheid system in South Africa has been dismantled and racist laws and practices have been abolished in many countries; however far too many people continue to experience racial discrimination.

Apply for 2023 Multicultural Mentorship Committee AND Young Workers Conference

The SEIU-West Multicultural Mentorship Committee and Young Worker Committee have partnered to invite you to apply to attend their 2023 Conference. This conference is intended for young workers, new Canadians and workers of colour, where we can discuss mental health, discrimination, the challenges of coming to Canada, and issues like accessing affordable, nutritional food. 

Committee Openings

As you may be aware, we have a number of committees who are looking to fill vacancies. If you are an SEIU-West member (or know of an SEIU-West member in your workplace) that is looking for a great way to get involved in your union, are enthusiastic, curious, and ready to learn, take a look at the various committees and see if one peaks your interest.

The committees looking to fill out their allotted number of members are as follows:

  • Aboriginal Committee
  • Multicultural Mentorship Committee
  • Political Action & Awareness Committee
  • Worker Safety Committee
  • Young Workers Committee

If one catches your eye, send in an Expression of Interest form. 

We also have a Committee Openings poster that can be displayed on the SEIU-West bulletin board in your workplace for coworkers to find. Joining a committee is a great way to meet new people, step outside of your comfort zone, and show your solidarity in your union.

 

 

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