Next Retiree Meeting
Wednesday November 3, 2021
1:00 P.M.(Confirmed)
(Everyone attending will have
to show proof of 2nd COVID
Vaccination to Legion staff)
Canadian Legion
80 Mary St.
Brampton
Congratulations to our newly elected Executive:
Chair - Chris Wilski
Vice-Chair - Barb Morrison
Recording Secretary - Doug Berry
Financial Secretary - TBA
Sgt at Arms - Reg Galbraith
Guide - Steve Koloff
Member at Large - Roz Monchamp
Meetings are the first Wednesday
of the month at 1pm. Presenting $200 donation to Legion from Local 584
Meeting Held Oct 6, 2021
Meeting Held October 2, 2019 - Unifor Legal Services Presentation
Meeting Held Sept 11, 2019 - Police Fraud Squad Presentation
Retiree Meeting May 8, 2019
Retiree Meeting April 3, 2019
Congratulations to our newest
Local 584 Retirees – July 1, 2021
HILEL GERB
23.0 Years
WENDY EAGLES
32.2 Years
VICTOR DELORME
15.6 Years
GLEN SWATMAN
24.3 Years
October 16, 2021
Unifor confronts journalist harassment, long term care announcement welcomed, bargaining access to Legal Services, read Unifor’s submission on just transition, sign up for new courses, celebrate Continuing Care Assistant Week in Nova Scotia, and check out the Rise Up Rally video.
October 11-15 is Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Week in Nova Scotia. We want to thank our CCA members for their incredible strength and care.
Three new online courses are now available for all members. These courses are short modules that members can access on their own at anytime, anywhere and at no cost.
Bell’s unwarranted position on Maintenance of Activities delays opening of Atlantic and Clerical negotiations. READ MORE
Watch as Katha Fortier and long-term care activists came together to send a clear message demand Premier Doug Ford fix the crisis in Ontario’s long-term care system.
September’s job numbers are out and Unifor’s Labour Market Insights report shows another 157,100 jobs were added, unemployment fell to 6.9% and the participation recovered to pre-pandemic levels at 65.5%.
Unifor
115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto ON M2H 0A8
Toll-free: 1-800-268-5763 | communications@unifor.org
October 18, 2021
Announcements
Join the Alumni & Retirees community on @BlueOvalNow!
We hope our Ford Family will love how easy it is to access Ford news and personalize the info you want to see on the @BlueOvalNow mobile app, now available for Alumni & Retirees. Are you a news junkie? Be the first to know breaking news or see product reveals by turning on push notifications. You can even show your Blue Oval advocacy by sharing content with friends and family on social media, text or email.
VOTE NOW: Lincoln Aviator and Corsair, Ford F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E Among Nominated for Zero-Emission Vehicle Awards
Several Ford and Lincoln vehicles are in the running for the inaugural zero-emission awards -- THE ZEVASTM -- at the L.A. Auto Show. Make sure you vote by Wednesday, Oct. 20! Award finalists will be revealed early next month and the winners will be announced on Nov. 16…
Linda Zhang Answers: What's in a Frunk?
With a traditional gas vehicle, we have an engine in the engine compartment. With a battery electric vehicle, we have no engine, so that compartment is open space to us to do whatever we want with. So, the first thing we ask the team is, what do we want to do with it and how can we give our customers more? Learn more about what went into the development of the frunk in this…
App Developers Create Connected Solutions for Ford Products in Hackathon
Despite increased awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, some people still warm up their vehicles in their attached garages during cold weather months. Enter Ford NoCO, an app that can geolocate connected Ford vehicles and stop the engine…
Wagner Carves Out a Successful Path at Buffalo Stamping
Mark Wagner, who works in the tool room at Buffalo Stamping Plant, is an excellent machinist who makes complex parts out of blocks of steel. But being an excellent machinist is not the only thing that distinguishes him. Growing up on the east side of Buffalo, his father and grandfather were involved in Boy Scouts…
Ford Focus Redefined with Upgraded Connectivity, Energizing Electrified Powertrains and Expressive Style
This is the new Ford Focus, featuring expressive new design and fuel-efficient electrified powertrains alongside advanced connectivity and driver assistance technologies designed to make the ownership and driving experience easier and more rewarding…
Ford Reveals All-New Tourneo Connect; Perfect for Work Weeks and Family Fun
Meet the all-new Tourneo Connect multi-activity vehicle that will bring a new level of style, space and versatility to the Tourneo brand. Offering the ideal solution for busy lifestyles with a comfortable and highly flexible interior, full seven-seat capability and a choice of two lengths to suit every…
E-Transit To Lead The Charge In An Electric Era For Ford Australia
Ford Australia announced an electrification strategy that will give local customers the choice of at least five new Ford electrified vehicles by the end of 2024. The new Ford E-Transit will accelerate the Blue Oval's domestic EV charge when it debuts in mid-2022. Ford Australia's electrification roadmap will include…
Send a pic of you with your Ford (.jpg format, please), with a caption including brief information about your career at Ford and your vehicle, to blueoval@ford.com. Or post your photo on Twitter or Instagram and tag @AtFordOnline using #FordAlumni #MeandMyFord. Let's see those Fords!
Weekly Spotlight
Louis States retired in December 2002 after spending 12+ years in Powertrain Production Supervision and the remaining 18+ years as Quality Engineer launching Q1 and the Team Concept in Powertrain Operations. Louis is relaxing in his 1997 Mustang Cobra, 54,000 miles with very rare factory installed side pipe exhaust.
Outside Voices
What They're Saying: Mustang Mach-E GT, GT Performance Edition First Drive Impressions (@Ford) The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT and Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition spent last week cruising Pacific Coast Highway as members of the press evaluated both models in Northern California. This week, their first drive impressions are out! Reviewers were captivated by the… Read more »
Ford's Massive Electric Vehicle Plans Put Its Stock Definitely in My Future (Real Money) The beautiful thing here is that Jim Farley has been making the media rounds. He acknowledges supply chain constraints and chip shortages that still prevent Ford from meeting demand. Even in this environment, Ford is taking on no debt in order to make this commitment. Farley says that the… Read more »
Roving Bands of Ford 'Charge Angels' Will Repair EV Charging Stations (Engadget) With the F-150 Lightning set to debut early next year, Ford plans to employ a group of "Charge Angels" to ensure owners of its EVs can find reliable charging when they need it. In an interview with Automotive News, Ford EV lead Darren Palmer said technicians in specially-equipped Mustang Mach-Es will… Read more »
The 2021 Ford Ranger
Tremor can pound ground
Most off-road capable version of
Ford's midsize pickup
Retiree Tony Jacobs
Passes away
June 15, 2021
Retired July 1, 1998
39 years Service
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing
of Retiree Tony Jacobs on June 15, 2021.
Our deepest condolences go out to his daughter Yvonne and family.
He will be sadly missed.
In Memory of
Anthony "Tony" Jacobs
1937 - 2021
Obituary of Anthony "Tony" Jacobs
Peacefully passed away at Mackenzie Health, Richmond Hill on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 83 years of age. Husband of Margaret Rosetta Jacobs. Loving father of Yvonne, late Carolyn, late Charles, late Colin and Graham (Kelly). Proud papa of Sierra, Emily, Jason and Mitchell. Cherished great papa of Willow. Dear brother of Peter (Patricia). Dear uncle of Kerrie and Chantel. Private family arrangements will be held. In Tony's memory, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society.
Retiree Charlie Armstrong
Passes away May 11, 2021
1933 - 2021
CHARLIE ARMSTRONG
Retired
Oct 1, 1997
32.3 years
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the
passing of Retiree
Charlie Armstrong.
Our Deepest condolences go out to his wife Jean, his sons
Fred and Rick (Who both worked at Ford) and his entire family.
He will be sadly missed.
Due to the Pandemic and lockdown, there will be no funeral.
Armstrong, Charles "Charlie" It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Charlie on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 in his 88th year.
Charlie was the beloved husband of Jean for 67 years. Loving father of Fred (Jean), Rick (Sue), Debbie (Pete) and Julie (Robert). Much loved grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
He will be sadly missed by his friends and family.
As per his wishes, cremation has taken place.
If desired, donations to Cancer Assistance Services
of Halton Hills (CAShh) would be
appreciated by the family.
Retiree Scotty Thompson
Passes Away - May 5, 2021
SCOTTY THOMPSON Retired Nov 1, 1999 33.2 years Service
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Scott
Thompson who passed away suddenly on May 5, 2021
at William Osler hospital in Brampton.
Our Sincerest Condolences go out to his wife Joan
and the entire Thompson Family. He will be sadly
missed by all who knew him.
No funeral arrangements have been made.
LOCAL 584
IN-PLANT
2021 TRIENNIAL
ELECTION NOMINEES
Ford has finally announced the first location when they close the Bramalea Parts distribution Centre.
The warehouse is to be located In Paris Ontario. (150 Markel road exit 27 off of highway 403w)
The other location has still not been announced but will be in the Ottawa region.
The move will still take a year or two to be completed.
April 28th Day of Mourning
Sister Shara Flanigan
always in our hearts
Retiree Augie Sprovieri
Passes Away
AUGIE SPROVIERI
August 15, 1947 - April 25, 2021
Retired
Aug 1, 2008
40 YearsService
It is with great sorrow that we inform you of
the passing of Retiree Augie Sprovieri.
Augie passed away on Sunday April 25, 2021
after a brave two year battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Our Deepest condolences go out to the entire Sprovieri family.
Augie was a great guy and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
More information will be posted on the retiree's website
when we are notified of the arrangements.
Local 584 Retirees Executive
Congratulations on
Our Newest retiree
Rejean Pomerleau
23.4 years
Retired
April 1, 2021
FRED ASBECK
Retired August 1, 1994
30 Years Service
It’s with deep regret that we inform you of the
passing of retiree Fred Asbeck on March 31, 2021.
Our Sincerest Condolences go out to his wife Ilse
and the entire Asbeck family.
In Memory of Fred Asbeck
Visitation:
Tuesday April 6, 2021 from 6-8 pm
Service:
Wednesday April 7th, 2021 at 2:00 pm
Please Check Funeral Website as dates and time
May be changed due to the pandemic
After a brief illness, at his home, on Wednesday March 31st, 2021. Fred Asbeck, in his 87th year, beloved husband for 63 years of Ilse.
Loving father of Yvonne (Terry) Chamberlain. Loving Opa to Courtney (Mat), and Abbey and great Opa to Kaleb, Karson, and Kolton.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham on Tuesday April 6th, 2021.
Visitation times will be set by Reserved Groups of 40 attendees per session.
Visitation session times are: 6:00 6:30pm, 6:45 – 7:15pm, 7:30 – 8:00pm, (with 15 minutes intervals of cleaning/sanitization).
All Attendees must reserve a time by clicking here or by calling the Funeral Home at 905-936-3477 to reserve their visitation time during one of those set periods.
Following pandemic protocols all attendees must wear a face mask covering the nose and mouth, respect social distancing requirements, and should only attend
if they do not have a fever, cough, or any Covid symptoms.
Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday April 7th, 2021 at 2:00 pm.
Interment to follow in Mt. Tegart Cemetery, Tottenham. Donations in Fred’s memory to the St. Elizabeth Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Retiree Chris Blair
passed away on
Thursday March 4, 2021
Retired Apr 1, 2015
43.2 Years of Service
Our deepest Condolences go out
to his Wife and Family
Meeting Held Sept 11, 2019 - Police Fraud Squad Presentation
