Dear Members,

As we approach April 28th, the National Day of Mourning, CUPE 4070 pauses to remember and honor workers who have been injured, become ill, or lost their lives on the job. This somber day serves as a stark reminder that far too many workers – roughly 1,000 in Canada each year – face unacceptable risks at work.

The CUPE 4070 Health & Safety Committee is dedicated to preventing these tragedies. We believe every member deserves to return home safely at the end of their workday.

Your Health & Safety Committee: Working for You

Canadian law mandates employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace. They must collaborate with worker representatives on health and safety committees to identify issues and implement solutions. This is where your CUPE 4070 Health & Safety Committee comes in.

Our committee members:

• Understand the daily realities of your work environment, beyond what policies might dictate.

• Advocate for your right to a safe workplace.

• Work collaboratively to explore solutions to health and safety concerns.

• Document workplace hazards and maintain detailed records.

• Demand effective measures to protect workers from unavoidable hazards.

• Escalate situations where employers fail to fulfill their duty of care.

Remembering the Past, Building a Safer Future

The National Day of Mourning was established in 1984 to commemorate workers impacted by workplace incidents. The date coincides with the 70th anniversary of the first Ontario Worker's Compensation Act, signifying recognition of workers' safety rights.

Today, the National Day of Mourning is observed in over 100 countries. It serves as a critical reminder of our collective responsibility to ensure safe workplaces for all.

For more information on National Day of Mourning, please visit: https://cupe.ca/event/workers-day-mourning

In Solidarity,

Your CUPE 4070 Health & Safety Committee

WestJet:  ws.ohs@cupe4070.ca
WestJet Encore:  wr.ohs@cupe4070.ca