Union Dues
Stay informed about our dues structure and how to keep your membership in good standing.
LOCAL 222 UNION DUES
Most trade unions require both initiation fees and monthly dues. It is the responsibility of each member to ensure that dues are paid promptly to maintain good standing within the union. The following information outlines the dues structure for your reference.
Dues
Effective January 1st, 2023:
- Non-working dues will increase from $5.00 to $10.00.
- Any non-working dues paid in advance will be adjusted accordingly.
- For each notice of arrears issued due to failure to pay non-working dues, a $15.00 administrative charge will be applied.
- Working members and retired members’ non-working dues will remain at $5.00.
Please note: If you are retired, you must notify the local union to qualify for the $5.00 non-working dues rate.
Tip: After inquiring about or updating your non-working dues, it’s a great idea to enter a reminder in your phone’s calendar. This way, you’ll be prompted when it’s time to check or update your non-working dues again. Setting a specific date for this reminder can help you stay organized and ensure that you never miss an update.
Union Dues Breakdown
Field Dues:
- Rate: 2.5% of total wages.
- Purpose: This percentage is deducted from the total earnings of members and directly supports the union’s operational costs, including negotiations, advocacy, and member services.
International Working Dues:
- Rate: 1% of the total package.
- Purpose: These dues contribute to the international organization that oversees various unions, ensuring that members benefit from a broader network of support and resources.
Building Trades Dues:
- Rate: $0.06 per hour worked.
- Purpose: This hourly fee applies to members engaged in building trades. The Building Trades of Alberta coordinates and promotes the interests of 18 local Alberta trade unions whose more than 60,000 members work in the residential, commercial and industrial construction, maintenance, and fabrications industries.
Receipts and Tax Deductions:
Annual Receipts:
- Members receive receipts from the local union at the end of February for the dues paid in the previous year. This is important for record-keeping and helps members track their contributions.
Tax Deduction:
- Unionized Canadians who pay dues can deduct these amounts from their taxable income. This provides a financial benefit to members, as it reduces their overall tax liability and encourages active participation in the union.
Implications for Members:
- Financial Planning: Understanding the structure of union dues can help members budget their finances more effectively, knowing how much will be deducted from their wages.
- Tax Benefits: The ability to deduct union dues from taxable income can make membership more financially viable for many individuals, making it a valuable investment in their professional lives.
- Support and Services: By paying these dues, members contribute to a collective fund that fosters stronger representation, better working conditions, and enhanced job security.
- This dues structure exemplifies the collective effort of union members to support their rights and welfare in the workplace. If you have any further questions or need more information on a specific aspect, feel free to ask!
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The following Sections are outlined in the International Constitution (Constitution Of The Operative Plasterers’ And Cement Masons’ International Association) pertaining to good standing, suspension, and dropped rules.
ARTICLE 23 – DROPPED MEMBERS
“Section 3 (A) Members who have not paid their dues for a period of 9 months will automatically be dropped (expelled) from the Local and International Association.”
ARTICLE 3 – GOOD STANDING
“Section 1 (A) As used throughout this Constitution, a member shall be considered to be in good standing on any particular date if he owes no more than two months dues including any amount owed as dues for the month in which the particular date falls.
EXAMPLE: A member will be considered to be in good standing on July 1st if he owes no more than two months dues to the local union. Thus, if the member was completely paid up in dues through May, but owed dues for June and July, the member would be considered to be in good standing. If the member also owed dues for May, the member would not be in good standing on July 1.
ARTICLE 23 – LOSS OF GOOD STANDING AND SUSPENSION
“Section 2 (A) Any member who becomes more than two months delinquent in the payment of his dues is no longer in good standing, in accordance with Article 34, Section 1 of the Constitution.”
“Section 2 (B) Any member who becomes more than three months delinquent in the payment of his dues shall be suspended from the Local Union and the International Association. A suspended member shall be denied all rights and privileges of good standing and is not entitled to any monetary benefits.”
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