Uncategorized – Union of Canadian Transportation Employees

Apply now to serve on the UCTE Equity Committee

Apply now to serve on the UCTE Equity Committee

Applications are now open, using this self-nomination form – deadline July 11. Co-chaired by the National Human Rights Officer, the UCTE Equity Committee will be made up of representatives from each of five designated equity groups, representing each of the...

June 5, 2025

Wrapping up 2024 in the Campaign against Lighthouse Destaffing

Canadian Coast Guard Health and safety lighthouse destaffing Uncategorized

Wrapping up 2024 in the Campaign against Lighthouse Destaffing

2024 is on its way out, and our campaign has had an impact so far. Working with lighthouse keepers, parliamentarians, hikers, the Huu-ay-aht nation and other supporters, we succeeded in raising awareness and getting public support to keep lighthouses staffed. Unfortunately, we...

December 19, 2024

Mental Health Risks in the Workplace Study Now Available

Employers Health and safety PSAC Uncategorized

Mental Health Risks in the Workplace Study Now Available

UCTE reps help complete joint study to identify risks and support action We’re taking trauma, post-traumatic stress, and other mental health harms in the workplace very seriously, and we’re taking it on as union work. Employers have a legal duty...

October 31, 2024

Awards and scholarships Uncategorized

Scholarships for 2024 Awarded

Congratulations to Joshua Healey and Élise Maltais, the students awarded our scholarships this year. Each year, the Canadian Union of Transport Employees proudly offers two scholarships of $2500, one based on academic achievement and the other based on financial need....

October 21, 2024

Equity Human rights PSAC Uncategorized

Reconciliation is a Labour Issue Too

This is Truth and Reconciliation Week, and Monday, September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). But you may have questions: what does this day mean, and what does it have to do with our work as a...

September 25, 2024

Response to rumours about hybrid work for federal workers

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Response to rumours about hybrid work for federal workers

We have all heard the rumours that, come this fall, the federal government will change its hybrid work policy and require that all federal public service workers be in the office three days per week. UCTE/PSAC has not received any...

May 1, 2024

Supporting striking workers at Pearson Airport, Toronto

Collective Bargaining Job Action Strikes Uncategorized

Supporting striking workers at Pearson Airport, Toronto

Teamsters Local Union 647 members employed by Gate Gourmet at Toronto Pearson Airport have begun strike action. What this means The labour dispute will prove highly disruptive, as Gate Gourmet is the largest airline catering company operating out of Toronto....

April 17, 2024

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Celebrating Global Day of Parents 2023

Today we celebrate the annual United Nations Global Day of Parents! Parents play a critical role in shaping the lives of future Canadian workers, fostering love, care, and understanding. Explore the growing recognition of family support as a vital component...

June 1, 2023