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UPDATED Save the date: 20th Annual Mike Wing Golf Tournament

UPDATED Save the date: 20th Annual Mike Wing Golf Tournament

Save the date! This year will mark the 20th Mike Wing Charity Golf Tournament, taking place Tuesday, September 29. Some extra special prizes and fun are in store for this milestone edition! We have the Meadows Golf and Country Club...

March 23, 2026

WFA, RTO: Virtual townhall discussions coming up

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WFA, RTO: Virtual townhall discussions coming up

You may be one of the hundreds of UCTE members who have received workforce adjustment (WFA) notices. You may have affected co-workers. You may have concerns and questions about the new four day in-office mandate announced this year by the...

March 12, 2026

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Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

Sunday September 7 was the 2025 Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony, part of the annual memorial weekend organized by the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF). Regina Local 40403 President Trevor Martel represented UCTE and paid our respects. It’s a powerful event....

September 11, 2025

Equity Labour movement Leadership Conference 2025

Youth in UCTE

Today is International Youth Day. UCTE takes renewal and succession in the union seriously. A panel discussion at our recent leadership conference, “New Voices in the Union” focused on younger members’ growth, training, retention, and development as union activists. Delegates...

August 12, 2025

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Alfie Joins the Ranks

Another new addition to the UCTE extended family, Alfie is a Golden Retriever-Labrador cross who has recently started working with his visually impaired partner. Another life enriched by Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, UCTE’s charity of choice. We’re proud...

July 30, 2025

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Leadership Conference Wrap-up

Another successful UCTE Leadership Conference is in the books! Here are some selected photos of the sessions. Delegates heard inspiring talks on many subjects, all intended to equip them to build up our collective strength while caring for one another’s...

July 21, 2025

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Leadership Conference opened today

Here in Ottawa, on unceded Algonquin-Anishinaabe territory, we welcome leaders from UCTE locals throughout the country. With a blessing from Grandmother Irene and opening remarks from the National Executive, we begin three days of discussions on building stronger locals, fostering...

July 18, 2025

2025 Mike Wing Golf Tournament – another success!

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2025 Mike Wing Golf Tournament – another success!

This year’s tournament was once again at the Meadows Golf and Country Club in the National Capital Region. Golfers enjoyed great weather and helped UCTE donate $7000 to Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, our charity chosen by the late...

June 6, 2025

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Mourning the loss of Marc Garneau

UCTE is saddened by the loss of The Honourable Marc Garneau. Our condolences to his family and friends, and a grieving nation. He was Canada’s first astronaut, flying his first space shuttle mission on the Challenger in 1984. Later he...

June 5, 2025

Bringing UCTE Voices to Parks Bargaining

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Bringing UCTE Voices to Parks Bargaining

Last week (May 7-9) saw the PSAC Parks Canada bargaining conference in Gatineau, QC. Delegates discussed issues and elected the bargaining team for the upcoming round of negotiations. UCTE represents Parks workers on the Chambly Canal, Rideau Canal, Sault Ste....

May 16, 2025