Public safety – Union of Canadian Transportation Employees

“This place is just . . . the best.” Working at the Trent-Severn Waterway workshop in Peterborough

UCTE represents workers on the Trent-Severn Waterway, operated by Parks Canada. UCTE Local 00056 includes carpenters, metalworkers, hydraulic engineers, lock operators, lockmasters, summer students, and more. The 60 lockstations along the 386 km of the waterway are operated using technology...

August 11, 2026

Public Service Workers keep Canada Strong

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Public Service Workers keep Canada Strong

Most Canadians interact with public services regularly. Even so, they may be unaware of the work that goes into delivering them. A successful interaction with a service agent on the phone is an everyday experience. Being rescued from the open...

June 23, 2026

UCTE Raises Concerns Over Airport Privatization, Seeks Meeting with Minister

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UCTE Raises Concerns Over Airport Privatization, Seeks Meeting with Minister

For immediate release Thursday, May 7, 2026 The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE), representing workers at airports across the country, is expressing concern following recent federal announcements regarding potential airport privatization. UCTE represents thousands of technical, administrative, and operational...

May 7, 2026

Sound Off: International Firefighters Day

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Sound Off: International Firefighters Day

Today we salute our airport firefighter members—and all firefighters. Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) is a key part of operations at airports, among the many workers behind the scenes who ensure our safety and security when we travel. We won’t...

May 4, 2026

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No to More Airport Privatization

In the Spring Economic Update on April 28, the Government of Canada says they will explore “alternative models of ownership for Canadian airports.” They intend to change the ownership structure of Canada’s airports in order to attract private investors. UCTE...

April 29, 2026

Union Raises Alarm Over Transport Canada Cuts: Secrecy and Reorganization Putting Public Safety at Risk

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Union Raises Alarm Over Transport Canada Cuts: Secrecy and Reorganization Putting Public Safety at Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, February 9, 2026 Union Raises Alarm Over Transport Canada Cuts: Secrecy and Reorganization Putting Public Safety at Risk Ottawa, ON — The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE) is sounding the alarm on proposed cuts and...

February 9, 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

Representing Coast Guard Members at NDDN

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Representing Coast Guard Members at NDDN

National President Teresa Eschuk represented UCTE members at the House of Commons Standing Committee on National Defence last Thursday. The committee is currently studying how the CCG Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) will be integrated into the Ministry of Defence (MOD)....

October 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