Issue – Page 13 – Union of Canadian Transportation Employees

The sinking of the CGS Lambton

On April 19, 1922, the Canadian Government ship (CGS) Lambton was the scene of a disaster. The ship was intended to respond to specific weather conditions on Lake Superior at Parry Sound, Ontario. On July 15, a memorial plaque was...

September 29, 2022

Registration open: 2023 PSAC National Health and Safety Conference

Health and safety PSAC

Registration open: 2023 PSAC National Health and Safety Conference

PSAC’s 2023 National Health and Safety Conference will be held in person January 27-29 in Montreal with the theme “Shaping the future of work: building safer, more inclusive workplaces”. At the conference, delegates will have the opportunity to build on PSAC’s...

September 20, 2022

Dangerous Work – Advisory from the Government of Canada

Health and safety

Dangerous Work – Advisory from the Government of Canada

The Government of Canada issued a special advisory on September 13, 2022 to remind employees and employers of their rights and responsibilities when it comes to refusing to work in dangerous situations. This advisory circular is also meant to raise...

September 15, 2022

airports COVID-19 Employers Halifax Stanfield International Airport Ottawa International Airport Authority Public safety

Airport Hiring Problems

Since the beginning of COVID-19, airport employers have made certain decisions which affect our members. For example, as a result of lay-offs at airports, employees involved have found their professional and personal futures unpredictable. This put some of our members,...

September 9, 2022

Human rights Labour history

History of Labour Day

In collaboration with Denise Reynolds, UCTE Human Rights Officer As we celebrate Labour Day, UCTE would like to take a look at the history of this day to honor its history. Labour Day, the first Monday in September, has been a...

September 4, 2022

PSAC launches a toolkit to address violence and harassment at work

Health and safety Human rights PSAC

PSAC launches a toolkit to address violence and harassment at work

Everyone has the right to work in a safe environment. Unfortunately, violence and harassment are still too present in our workplaces and can have serious physical and psychological consequences. To offer concrete help and support, PSAC is proud to release...

August 17, 2022

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – A Human Trafficking Ring in Manitoba

Human rights

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – A Human Trafficking Ring in Manitoba

The United Nations General Assembly since 2013 has held an annual high-level meeting to review the Global Plan of Action against Trafficking in Persons, urging governments to take concerted and concrete action to counter this scourge. ‘World Anti-Trafficking Day is...

July 30, 2022

Pride Month – Some Facts About Pride in Canada

Equity

Pride Month – Some Facts About Pride in Canada

On the occasion of Pride Month, we would like to take the time to highlight some interesting facts about the struggle led by activists from this community. Pride Month is now a celebration, but that does not mean the end...

June 28, 2022

Equity

National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the Government...

June 21, 2022

Equity

National Aboriginal History Month The Story Behind Bertha Clark-Jones

In honour of National Aboriginal History Month, UCTE has decided to tell the story of Bertha Clark-Jones. This activist of Cree- (Nehiyawak) Métis descent, born November 6, 1922 in Clear Hills, Alberta, was the fifth child in a family of...

June 17, 2022