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Treasury Board members: Wear Black on June 17

Treasury Board members: Wear Black on June 17

The next National Day of Solidarity is June 17. Treasury Board members are asked to wear black in the workplace to show the employer that workers are united. We encourage members to: The last National Day of Solidarity was April...

June 12, 2026

Have your say on the impact of federal public service cuts

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Have your say on the impact of federal public service cuts

PSAC has launched a survey on the impact of the federal government cutbacks announced in last year’s budget. Federal public service workers are in a better position than anyone else to understand and explain how the cuts will affect services....

April 17, 2026

A Message for UCTE members affected by Workforce Adjustment

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A Message for UCTE members affected by Workforce Adjustment

The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE) continues to work to protect the rights of all members who have been affected by the latest rounds of cuts in the federal public service. We have been meeting in Workforce Adjustment Committees...

March 18, 2026

CTA Funding and Quality Public Services to Travellers

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CTA Funding and Quality Public Services to Travellers

UCTE represents workers at the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA), which has been in the news lately. For one thing, the backlog of cases is a matter of public concern. The public wants to know the state of the agency that...

January 16, 2026

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Recognizing Aviation Workers

This is International Civil Aviation Day. This day was established in 1994 on the 50th anniversary of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Canada is a founding member of ICAO – headquartered in Montreal — where member states work together...

December 7, 2025

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Budget 2025

UCTE is continuing to review and analyse the federal budget that was tabled in the House of Commons on Tuesday November 4th. We know that UCTE members have many questions about who will be affected, and when, but at this...

November 6, 2025

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World Tourism Day

Welcoming tourists – domestic and international — means jobs and prosperity. Canada is rich in unforgettable tourism experiences some of our members play a big part. Tourism shapes our economy, and gives us opportunities for cultural exchange, education, and for plain...

September 27, 2025

June 15-21 is National Public Service Week

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June 15-21 is National Public Service Week

For many years now, the federal government has observed National Public Service Week, when the employer expresses appreciation for the work of the public service. Our members are proud to serve the public, this week and every week. But actions...

June 16, 2025

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Family Day: Labour and Long Weekends

The third Monday in February is Family Day in five provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, and Saskatchewan. In others, it is known as Nova Scotia Heritage Day, Islander Day in P.E.I., and in Manitoba as Louis Riel Day. Québec does not have a...

February 17, 2025

Celebrating the International Day of the Seafarer: Honouring the Backbone of Global Trade

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Celebrating the International Day of the Seafarer: Honouring the Backbone of Global Trade

Every year on June 25th, the world celebrates the International Day of the Seafarer. This special occasion recognizes the invaluable contributions made by seafarers to the global economy and trade. As we commemorate this day in 2023, the Union of...

June 25, 2023