Union dues fund the cost of bargaining, the cost of enforcing the collective agreement, and the cost of campaigns union members instruct their union to conduct. CUPE members’ dues, managed by the National Secretary Treasurer, are used to fund union priorities identified by the members.

What are union dues?

Alberta 0.07095%, effective Feb 1, 1989 British Columbia 0.1649%, effective Feb 1, 1989 Manitoba 0.0942%, effective Feb 1, 1989 National Capital Region $2.25, effective Jan 1, 2015 New Brunswick 0.128%, effective Jan 1, 2018 Newfoundland and Labrador 0.1398%, effective Jan 1, 2018 Nova Scotia 0.1398%, effective Feb 1.

How do I stop union dues in Ontario?

To attain an exemption from paying union dues, the employee must satisfy the Ontario Labour Relations Board (“OLRB”) that their religious conviction or belief objects to paying the dues.

When do you have to pay union dues?

Federal law allows unions and employers to enter into “union-security” agreements which require all employees in a bargaining unit to become union members and begin paying union dues and fees within 30 days of being hired.

How much do Union of Taxation Employees pay per month?

If your local rate is $5.00 per member per month, you will continue to pay $5.00 in local dues. This change affects those area of the dues where the dues rate is a percentage. The Union of Taxation Employees, has a flat rate.

How are union dues collected under the NLRA?

The amount of dues collected from employees represented by unions is subject to federal and state laws and court rulings. The NLRA allows unions and employers to enter into union-security agreements which require the payment of dues or dues equivalents as a condition of employment.

How does PSAC work to determine union dues?

Monthly, PSAC receives information from your employer regarding the work you do, such as your classification and hours of work. This helps PSAC determine the correct amount of union dues that your employer should be deducting from your pay.