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BCFMWU

@bcfmwu

The official Twitter account of the BC Ferry and Marine Workers' Union. We represent 4,000 workers up and down the West Coast of Canada. Tweet around the Fleet!

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A new report shows Canada needs 8,300+ new seafarers by 2029. BC Ferries’ ships/ officers logged nearly 20,000 OT hours in 8 months. We need real investment in training, retention, sea time and safety. Let’s build a ferry system that works for all. #BCFMWU bcfmwu.com/news/canadas-m…

A new report shows Canada needs 8,300+ new seafarers by 2029. BC Ferries’ ships/ officers logged nearly 20,000 OT hours in 8 months. We need real investment in training, retention, sea time and safety. Let’s build a ferry system that works for all. #BCFMWU
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We stand with Canada Post workers. Every worker deserves the right to stand up, bargain hard and take action when needed for fair wages, safe workplaces, and respect on the job. #BCFMWU #Solidarity #FairWages #UnionStrong bcfmwu.com/news/we-stand-…

We stand with Canada Post workers. Every worker deserves the right to stand up, bargain hard and take action when needed for fair wages, safe workplaces, and respect on the job. #BCFMWU #Solidarity #FairWages #UnionStrong

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We were proud to march in Nanaimo Pride and even prouder to sponsor this incredible event! Big thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate and cheered our BCFMWU float. Solidarity, pride and community. #NanaimoPride #BCFMWU #UnionProud #SolidarityInPride #bclab

We were proud to march in Nanaimo Pride and even prouder to sponsor this incredible event! Big thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate and cheered our BCFMWU float.

Solidarity, pride and community. 

#NanaimoPride #BCFMWU #UnionProud #SolidarityInPride #bclab
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Join us June 1-15 for the #StepUpForHim challenge & help raise awareness for men’s mental health. 🚶 Walk, run, bike, hike 📸 Snap a pic + tag #BCFMWU #StepUpForHim 🎁 Win union swag! Let’s show our brothers, dads, partners & friends they’re not alone. bcfmwu.com/news/silence-i…

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Buy local isn’t just for strawberries. It should matter for ferries too: bit.ly/3FTr2XP #bcpoli #cdnpoli #BuildInCanada #bclab #bclabour ⛴️

Buy local isn’t just for strawberries. It should matter for ferries too: bit.ly/3FTr2XP #bcpoli #cdnpoli #BuildInCanada #bclab #bclabour ⛴️
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Catch our president on CBC’s The Early Edition this morning talking about the importance of building ferries in Canada, supporting local jobs and protecting our shipbuilding industry. ⚓🇨🇦 #bcpoli #cdnpoli #BuildInCanada #bclabour

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President Eric McNeely will be on the Mike Smyth Show at 9:30 a.m. Tune in for a conversation about why ferry contracts should stay in Canada. #bcpoli #cdnpoli #bclabour #BuyLocal #bclab

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5 years ago Brother Kenny Chohan drowned while working. WorkSafe fined BC Ferries for high-risk violations. We honour him by fighting for safe workplaces/accountability. No one should die on the job. #UnionStrong #NeverForget #WorkersDeserveBetter #bclab bcfmwu.com/news/rememberi…

5 years ago Brother Kenny Chohan drowned while working. WorkSafe fined BC Ferries for high-risk violations. We honour him by fighting for safe workplaces/accountability. No one should die on the job. #UnionStrong #NeverForget #WorkersDeserveBetter #bclab

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President Eric McNeely shares why BC Ferries workers deserve better in The Tyee. Read his take on the wage arbitration decision and what’s next for our union. #bclab #bcpoli thetyee.ca/News/2025/06/1…

President Eric McNeely shares why BC Ferries workers deserve better in The Tyee. Read his take on the wage arbitration decision and what’s next for our union. #bclab #bcpoli

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“I love our history. I love our union. And I love supporting people.” 💚 Marsha’s been with BC Ferries for ~13 years, working on the Brentwood Bay–Mill Bay route. From community connections to helping passengers - read her story on our website. #bclab bcfmwu.com/news/more-than…

“I love our history. I love our union. And I love supporting people.” 💚

Marsha’s been with BC Ferries for ~13 years, working on the Brentwood Bay–Mill Bay route. From community connections to helping passengers - read her story on our website. #bclab

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Forty‑seven years ago today, we signed our first collective agreement. That agreement launched fair wages, safer workplaces and rights that protect every member. #bclab #bcfmwu bcfmwu.com/news/celebrati…

Forty‑seven years ago today, we signed our first collective agreement. That agreement launched fair wages, safer workplaces and rights that protect every member. #bclab #bcfmwu

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Shoutout to President Eric McNeely, and to Willow and Buddy, beloved pups of our fabulous admin coordinator Kerry Nicol, for stepping up to raise awareness for men’s mental health. 🐾 Thanks to everyone who joined us in the #StepUpForHim campaign this June. #HeadsUpGuys

Shoutout to President Eric McNeely, and to Willow and Buddy, beloved pups of our fabulous admin coordinator Kerry Nicol, for stepping up to raise awareness for men’s mental health. 🐾 Thanks to everyone who joined us in the #StepUpForHim campaign this June. #HeadsUpGuys
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We crashed Premier Eby’s press conference today and he came by to say hello to our executive. We appreciated the visit but we’re deeply disappointed in his decision to allow our ferries to be built overseas. B.C. workers deserve better. Unions deserve a seat at the table. #bcpoli

We crashed Premier Eby’s press conference today and he came by to say hello to our executive. We appreciated the visit but we’re deeply disappointed in his decision to allow our ferries to be built overseas. B.C. workers deserve better. Unions deserve a seat at the table. #bcpoli
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A GoFundMe has been set up to support the family of four-year-old Leonardo Machado, who passed away near the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal in a tragic bus accident recently. Thank you for keeping them in your thoughts.❤️#HorseshoeBay #CommunityCares gofundme.com/f/support-for-…

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Local 11 President Lezlie Gorosh‑Carey recently visited members all the way from Port McNeill to Cortes. Check out her pictures! United and stronger together. ⚓️💙 #BCFMWULocal11 #BCLab

Local 11 President Lezlie Gorosh‑Carey recently visited members all the way from Port McNeill to Cortes. Check out her pictures! United and stronger together. ⚓️💙 #BCFMWULocal11 #BCLab
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June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. We honour the deep roots and living cultures of our Indigenous members whose connection to these lands and waters strengthens our union. Thank you for guiding us forward. #NIPD2025

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. We honour the deep roots and living cultures of our Indigenous members whose connection to these lands and waters strengthens our union. Thank you for guiding us forward. #NIPD2025
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🎉📸 SELFIE CONTEST WINNER ALERT! 📸🎉 Big congrats to John B. Swift. You snapped, you shared, you WON 🙌 Congrats and huge thanks to everyone who joined in and repped their union pride. You looked AMAZING. 💙⚓️ #BCFMWU #SelfieStars #UnionProud #BestMembersEver

🎉📸 SELFIE CONTEST WINNER ALERT! 📸🎉 Big congrats to John B. Swift. You snapped, you shared, you WON 🙌 Congrats and huge thanks to everyone who joined in and repped their union pride. You looked AMAZING. 💙⚓️ #BCFMWU #SelfieStars #UnionProud #BestMembersEver
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Today we celebrate seafarers who move people and goods across the globe. Our members are proud to be part of that legacy. From deckhands to officers, engineers to terminal workers, your work matters. We see you, we thank you and we’ve got your back. #DayOfTheSeafarer #UnionStrong

Today we celebrate seafarers who move people and goods across the globe. Our members are proud to be part of that legacy. From deckhands to officers, engineers to terminal workers, your work matters. We see you, we thank you and we’ve got your back. #DayOfTheSeafarer #UnionStrong