NSGEU home care workers reach tentative agreement

NSGEU/NUPGE members to vote on new contract.

OPSEU President urges Premier to keep ServiceOntario public

Why would your government give up annual revenues of $2.7 billion in order to obtain $100 million? This must count as one of the most short sighted and potentially dangerous decisions a government has ever made." - Warren (Smokey) Thomas, OPSEU President.

More commercial trucks, fewer safety inspectors a dangerous mix: BCGEU

“B.C.’s commercial vehicle inspector corps is being stretched to the breaking point,” says BCGEU President Darryl Walker.

May 17 marks International Day Against Homophobia

Sexual diversity in the workplace, it pays off!, highlights the positive aspects of sexual diversity in the workplace as well as its benefits for employers, companies, institutions and workers alike.

Review of G20 policing confirms findings of NUPGE/CCLA hearings

"It is completely unacceptable that the constitutional rights of Canadians were treated with such utter disregard. We can and must do better."  James Clancy

Cancer care workers in Saskatchewan renew ban on overtime

"We are committed to achieving binding arbitration, where outstanding issues are settled by an independent third party." - Trent Edwards, SGEU bargaining committee co-chair.

NUPGE supports Global Week of Action for the Robin Hood Tax

Activists in over 30 countries pile pressure on Governments to back a Robin Hood Tax, as leaders discuss FTT at European Summit

Canadians for a Modern Industrial Strategy working to end hands-off approach to job creation

While income inequality has begun to receive the attention it deserves, CMIS is determined to start a serious debate on the economic development strategy for this country.

Keeping our roadways safe - national meeting of highway maintenance workers

"Working to maintain our nation’s highways should not put these workers health and safety at risk. Far too many workers have been injured or lost their lives while doing so." James Clancy

BCGEU government workers support strike action

"If the government doesn’t move on its proposals, we’ll be forced to consider job action.” - Darryl Walker, BCGEU President.

PEIUPSE health care workers make progress in negotiations

Bargaining for PEI health care workers moves forward.

SGEU calls on government to make public draft labour legislation

"Every employee in this province has the right to know more about where this is coming from and what might be in store for us," Bymoen adds.

Lack of movement on key issues pushes BCGEU members at BC Safety Authority to strike vote

BCGEU/NUPGE members at B.C. Safety Authority take strike vote to show support for bargaininig.

Developmental service workers in Toronto vote on new contract

“Positive labour relations are an important asset to all of us in these economic times,” Thomas said. “What we have here is excellent groundwork for moving forward.”

Support staff cuts at Chignecto-Central Regional School Board will damage students' education

“Without appropriate administrative support staff, schools would stop functioning,” says Jessome.

Young workers call on G20 Labour Ministers to tackle youth unemployment

Young trade unionists from all over the world are meeting prior to the G20 Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting to discuss the dramatic situation of young people looking for a job.

NAPE - Every day. For your day campaign highlights the quality work of public service members

"Wherever and whenever you need them, NAPE is there. Every day. For your day."

PEIUPSE members at Gillis Lodge ratify first collective agreement

First contract provides improvements to working conditions and wages.

Contract flipping puts profits ahead of seniors' care in B.C.

130 health care workers to be laid off at Spring Valley care home

Social impact bonds: the latest scheme to privatize public services

Higher costs, reduced accountability and privatization are all risks in the social impact bond funding scheme for public services.

NUPGE celebrates role of licensed and registered practical nurses during National Nursing Week

"Licensed and registered practical nurses play an important role in keeping our health care system running effectively and ensure patients receive care with dignity and respect," says James Clancy, NUPGE National President.

Health care workers at the Brockville Mental Health Centre receive arbitration award

“This award reflects the value of our front-line health care members, and recognizes the importance of the work they do,” Thomas said.

No meaningful consultation planned as Saskatchewan government moves to re-write labour laws

Saskatchewan government proposes new workplace legislation but rules out public hearings.

Developmental services workers demand that societies most vulnerable don't pay for the economic crisis

Provincial governments across Canada looking to cut valued social services to some of societies most vulnerable people.

Harper cuts to refugee health care violation of medical ethics

As of June 30, refugees in Canada will be cut off access to treatment for chronic diseases. No other Canadians are denied these treatments.