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PSAC remote work agreement a ‘watershed moment’ for workers’ rights in Canada

PSAC remote work agreement a ‘watershed moment’ for workers’ rights in Canada

Together, more than 155,000 PSAC members led the fight for better remote work protections during this round of negotiations – and we won. You held the line during one of the most significant national strikes in Canada’s history, and the gains...

June 13, 2023

Building a Better Future: June 12th and the Fight against Child Labour

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Building a Better Future: June 12th and the Fight against Child Labour

The United Nations’ World Day Against Child Labour is observed annually on June 12th to raise awareness and take action against child labour worldwide. It is an initiative led by the International Labour Organization (ILO), a specialized agency of the...

June 12, 2023

Building Solidarity: The Canadian Labour Movement’s Support for Indigenous Rights

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Building Solidarity: The Canadian Labour Movement’s Support for Indigenous Rights

The Canadian Labour Movement has played a significant role in advocating for Indigenous rights in Canada, with particular involvement from organizations such as the Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC). These unions...

June 8, 2023

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UCTE Statement on Pride Month 2023

The relationship between the LGBTQ2S+ rights movement and the Canadian labour movement has been intertwined and mutually supportive, driven by shared goals of equality, fairness, and social justice. The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE) and the Public Service Alliance...

June 7, 2023

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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

Treasury Board ratification votes to be held May 24 to June 16

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Treasury Board ratification votes to be held May 24 to June 16

Ratification votes for PSAC members in the four Treasury Board groups will begin on May 24 and end on June 16 at noon ET. In order for PSAC members to receive their new rates of pay, retroactive pay, and lump...

May 17, 2023