Lest We Forget – Remembrance Day 2019
Photo courtesy of Roger Sanderson.
November 2019
National Union Statement - 2019 Scholarship for Indigenous Student
The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) wishes to respond to the controversy surrounding a recent recipient of our Scholarship for Indigenous Students.
The cost of a T-shirt
Workers allege that when they develop injuries, the company engages in harassment in order to force them to quit. They say that when they ask to be relocated to other factory positions, their requests are often met with delay or denial.
2 important cases put gig economy on trial in Canada
The outcome of the cases could have serious ramifications for gig economy workers.
Community Service Workers Appreciation Day — November 6
"Let's take time to say thank you to those who take on such important work and support them as they fight for a better future for all of us." — Larry Brown, NUPGE President
Canadian voters signal support for climate action
Polling shows that climate change was one of the key issues of the campaign.