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UFCW Local 247
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UFCW Local 247 is a union of BC workers in the retail, warehousing, and food processing sectors.

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On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we join with other organizations around the world in fostering disability inclusive workplaces.
December 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
What a delightful evening at the UFCW Local 247 Children's Christmas Party at Burnaby Village! Last night's atmosphere was bursting with holiday cheer, and it warmed our hearts to see so many joyful faces as we celebrate this magical season! 🎄✨ #UFCW247
December 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The dates 🗓️ and times ⌚ have been set for our 2026 Telephone Town Hall General Membership Meetings!

💙 Learn more: www.ufcw247.com/telephone-to...
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Our next Telephone Townhall General Membership Meeting is happening tonight at ⌚ 7 PM PST!
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Today we observe Transgender Day of Remembrance, an opportunity to remember the trans people we have lost to transphobic, transmisogynistic, and racist violence, and to support the trans community.
November 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
This week, we are celebrating UFCW's partnership with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, a "Labour of Love" that has raised $54 million for blood cancer research and vital supports. 🩸

Read about Caleb Macey's 20-year connection with our union: bit.ly/49TdjwG
November 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Part of what we mean by "bringing our union to where members are at" is having open houses in lunch rooms. That's why we're making a special effort to schedule visits and events that also engage our members who work late at night and over night.
November 16, 2025 at 8:10 PM
We’re proud to support our members and their dependants as they work towards their education goals! Here are some of our latest UFCW Local 247 Iorio Scholarship and Eddy Grant recipients receiving their cheques! 🎓

#Scholarships #UFCW247
November 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We hold quarterly General Membership Meetings open to all UFCW Local 247 members via Telephone Townhall. The next meeting is scheduled for 🗓️ Thursday, November 27, 2025 at ⌚ 7 PM PST.
November 14, 2025 at 2:00 AM
On November 11, we solemnly pause to honour and remember all those who served - during times of war, conflict, and peace.
November 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
As UFCW Local 247 Union Representatives continue to deliver scholarship cheques to this year's winners, we want to give a big congratulations to Abineet, Brigid, Cindy, Eknoor, Eric, and Shamsa. 🎉 🎓
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Workers at Rio Brazilian Steakhouse in Vancouver have ratified their first ever collective agreement with UFCW Local 247.

Read more about how widespread member participation in the bargaining process helped build these members' union: bit.ly/48WnQH9
November 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Hallowe'en!

If you're heading out for last minute supplies for tonight, make sure to buy Canadian and union: bit.ly/43NbKfT
October 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🎉 We are so pleased to announce the 2025 winners 🏆 of the Iorio Scholarships and Eddy Education Grants!

See here for a list of winners and details about these opportunities for UFCW Local 247 members: bit.ly/4oEC04g

We thank all those who applied!
October 27, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Many of our members and friends are joyfully celebrating Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas this week. 🪔

Wishing all our members and friends a joyful and prosperous Festival of Lights! ✨
October 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Have a very happy Thanksgiving weekend!

When you're picking up supplies for your Thanksgiving feast, be sure to be extra kind to the food workers who give us all so much for which to be thankful.
October 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Interested in pursuing meat cutting as a skilled trade?

UFCW Local 247 provides scholarships and support to eligible members enrolling in the Meatcutter program at Thompson Rivers University.

Find all the details here: www.ufcw247.com/education/sc...
October 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Today we acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day where we honour Indigenous children affected by Canada's residential school system and those impacted by the intergenerational trauma caused by colonial policies.
September 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
There are just a few days left for members to apply for our Iorio Scholarships and Eddy Education Grants.

All UFCW Local 247 members are welcome to apply by September 30!

Full details here: bit.ly/3G9m1dQ
September 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
We're so happy to recognize members' contributions over the years. These photos are of members who have reached the 20, 30, and 40 year milestones of UFCW membership. 💪

#UFCW #MemberEngagement #UFCW247
September 19, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Our last (planned) BBQ event of the year in Pitt Meadows! These events drive union awareness "where members are at."

This is one important step along our path towards greater member engagement at our local, and it's always hardworking and caring people who make it all happen!
September 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Today's Union BBQ at the Marine Drive Superstore was our biggest yet! Our union BBQs are just one more way we're bringing our union to UFCW Local 247 members.

Our last BBQ of the summer is happening at the Pitt Meadows Superstore tomorrow. Come out if you're in the area! www.ufcw247.com/rsvp
September 5, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Thanks to all who joined last night's Telephone Townhall General Membership Meeting.

Congratulations to our random draw winners!

Looking forward to the next one on Thursday, November 20, 2025!
September 5, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Over the past few weeks, UFCW Local 247 members participated in nomination processes as part of the procedure for selecting their union officers. UFCW Local 247 members elected by acclamation through this process are listed on our website here: www.ufcw247.com/local-news/u...
September 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
We hold quarterly General Membership Meetings open to all UFCW Local 247 members via Telephone Townhall.

The next meeting is scheduled for 🗓️ Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at ⌚ 7 PM PDT.

Check our website for details on how to attend: www.ufcw247.com/local-news/g...
August 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM