The Special Needs Project Celebrates 25 years!

This year we celebrate the 25^th anniversary of the Special Needs Project. This is covered under Appendix L in our collective agreement. Appendix L was hard fought for and has helped many postal workers who have children with different abilities. Over 1800 members and their families have benefited from this. I do not believe any other union in Canada has such comprehensive benefits as we have. 

I believe it was on the bargaining table since 1984. I was part of the Women’s Committee that was the mover and shaker in achieving this. It was won in 1991.

To me it is a matter of pride that a postal worker can get help and support through Appendix L. Our union negotiated a fund which is paid for by the employer and managed by the union. It is there if you need it. Use it. 

I am now well retired but try to keep up with our union struggle.
There are more battles to be won.

In solidarity!