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Union will ensure collective agreement is respected.
“The government should act immediately on the Auditor’s recommendations and provide the direction and resources to address the problems she has highlighted.” — Dean Purdy, BCGEU Vice-President, Corrections and Sheriff Services.
New report reminds Canada of its legal obligation to address the ongoing violence against Aboriginal women and girls in Canada.
Overwhelming strike vote by BCGEU/NUPGE members demonstrates commitment to bargaining a fair contract.
“Provincial auditors general have already shown the flaws with P3 privatization schemes. Now one of the biggest supporters of P3s has released a report that raises serious questions about them, too." — James Clancy, NUPGE National President.
“When workers are fearful of the very people they are there to help because they don’t have enough staff and resources, how can they deliver high quality care to their patients?” — Warren (Smokey) Thomas, OPSEU President.
Ten young people receive awards to help reduce costs associated with post secondary education.
The MGEU Young Members Committee is taking part in the 2015 Winnipeg Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Manitoba and they need help! You can help them to surpass their goal by making a donation to one (or both) of the union's teams.
When the health care system doesn't have the resources it needs to serve the province, the ramification can be costly.
“The union believes this new agreement will play an important role in ensuring Canada’s blood supply remains safe, secure and reliable." — Warren (Smokey) Thomas, OPSEU President.
MGEU/NUPGE members trying to negotiate a fair and reasonable collective agreement in the face of concessions from the employer.
The Nova Scotia Nursing Strategy is being updated to ensure enough experienced nurses are retained across the province for the needs of the residents.
"Harper, by allowing Fantino to stay in the position for so long, shows that the Minister was only carrying out the bigger agenda of the federal Conservatives." — James Clancy, NUPGE National President.
Letter to OPSEU's CBS members highlights underlying concerns in bargaining for Canada's blood system.
Employers have a responsibility to ensure proper safety protocols are implemented and enforced in workplaces across the province.