This is an archive of news stories and research from the National Union of Public and General Employees. Please see our new site - https://nupge.ca - for the most current information. 


"There are 2 important things the government must do right now to start to close the affordability gap: close the loopholes that let employers pay less than minimum wage, and continue to invest in high quality public services like transit, health care, housing, and child care to bring down the cost of living." — Stephanie Smith, BCGEU President

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“It is absolutely shameful that this government would not listen to the doctors, the nurses, the pilots, and the maintenance staff." — Michelle Gawronsky, MGEU President.

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“Premier Doug Ford has no respect for the rule of law or the right to fair collective bargaining.” – Warren (Smokey) Thomas, President OPSEU

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Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA): not the progressive deal Canadians were promised.

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Each year, the 390,000-member National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) offers scholarships that reflect its pursuit of equal opportunity for workers.

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"NUPGE promises to stand as allies with Indigenous people as we move forward together, making changes at the state and societal level to ensure the epidemic of violence against Indigenous women, Two Spirit, and gender diverse people ends." — Elisabeth Ballermann, NUPGE Secretary-Treasurer

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"There hasn't been any prosecution against KPMG for their role promoting this tax dodging scheme."

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Right-wing governments have repeatedly proven that they are against workers' rights. Jason Kenney's has introduced legislation confirming that he is yet another anti-worker premier. — Larry Brown, NUPGE President

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“Selling controlled substances is a dangerous business,” said Thomas. “It’s why the government should focus its efforts and invest in properly-trained security." — Warren (Smokey) Thomas, OPSEU President

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The Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU/NUPGE) is holding an information picket/rally in support of members working at Selkirk Laundry.

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Participants to embark on 350 kilometre walk from Edmonton to Calgary on May 31, called the Walk for Common Ground.

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“Our union strongly believes in working toward the goal of a barrier-free country and appreciates the government’s commitment to an inclusive and accessible Canada.” – Larry Brown, President NUPGE.

Please take note of the update at the end of this story.

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"The message is strong – casino workers feel they belong in our union." — Stephanie Smith, BCGEU President.

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Increases in occupational and physical therapy training seats will ensure more patients get access to care that will improve their quality of life, while more students can train closer to home.

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PEI's forest fighting staff are recognized nationally and helped fight fires in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario last year.

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