Originally published in the February 12, 2021 edition of the Ebulletin

Given the current high levels of production, the DGC BC office is being notified of Members "show jumping".

Please remember that your reputation is at stake, and you are encouraged to complete your obligation if you have committed to a production.

The DGC BC Collective Agreement, article 14.2 states:

14.2 (a) When an Employee is hired at a daily rate, he/she shall be notified by the Employer prior to or at wrap time if his/her services are required for the following day.

(b) When an Employee is hired on a weekly rate, he/she shall be entitled to notice of lay-off, or severance pay in lieu of notice, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, but in no event less than one (1) weeks' notice, or one (1) week's severance pay in lieu of notice or a combination thereof. The Employer shall pay the severance pay in a lump sum. If the Employer later re-hires the Employee, the Employee shall not be required to return any portion of the severance pay to the Employer.

In addition, the Collective Agreement requires Employees to give seven (7) days' notice to an Employer if they wish to leave the production:

(c) The same notice as set out in paragraph (b) above shall be required from Employees voluntarily leaving their job or position. An Employee failing to give the required notice of resignation may be re-hired at the sole discretion of the Employer.

If you have any questions, please contact labour@dgcbc.com.