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"All around them, they saw evidence of the privatization of diagnostic services. With all the uncertainties in health funding, they needed and wanted a union that was a strong and proven advocate for excellent health care services." — Sara Labelle, Chair of OPSEU's Hospital Professionals Division
Toronto (14 June 2016) — More than 240 diagnostic imaging staff with the William Osler Health System are the newest members of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/NUPGE). The workers voted to unionize on June 8.
OPSEU/NUPGE brings strong representation to health care workers
The Osler workers join a large and growing number of diagnostic professionals represented by Ontario’s largest public sector union. Sara Labelle, Chair of OPSEU’s Hospital Professionals Division, believes that was a major driver in their choosing OPSEU/NUPGE.
“They’re joining a large group of professionals who are already represented by OPSEU/NUPGE. All around them, they saw evidence of the privatization of diagnostic services. With all the uncertainties in health funding, they needed and wanted a union that was a strong and proven advocate for excellent health care services," Labelle said.
Warren (Smokey) Thomas was delighted to hear that Osler workers had placed their trust in OPSEU/NUPGE.
“Hundreds of diagnostic imaging staff at William Osler have said yes to better job protection, yes to a better workplace, yes to a better quality of life,” said Thomas. “I warmly congratulate them on their decision and welcome them to the OPSEU/NUPGE family.”
The William Osler Health System, which includes Brampton Civic Hospital and Etobicoke General Hospital, is the province’s largest community hospital. It serves a diverse population of about 1.3 million.
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