Hesham Gergis, who works at a Loblaws Great Food in Ottawa, spoke out recently on his experience as a Local 1000A member.
"I have worked at a large retail chain before without a union and from my experience, I can say that having a union makes a huge difference. After working as a full-time bakery clerk at a Loblaws store, I got a job as an assistant bakery manager at another location.
When I faced issues with unfair treatment from management at that new location, I turned to my union for help. My union rep, Jackie, came to my store, supported me and resolved the problem. She cared about my problems as if they were her own problems and stood up for me. Thanks to the union, I was able to return to my job at my previous store.
I am thankful I had the union by my side."
Now That's the Union Advantage is a special Local 1000A series where members talk to Connections magazine about the difference union representation can make!
