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PIC Process to be Bypassed for EB Group

The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board (FPSLRB) has agreed with PSAC’s request to bypass the Public Interest Commission (PIC) process for the EB bargaining group. The EB bargaining team is now reviewing the decision and will assess our next steps. We announced similar...

July 13, 2026

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Wear Black to Work July 15

Treasury Board members: The next National Day of Solidarity is Wednesday, July 15. Actions are also scheduled for the third Wednesday of each coming month. The call is for members to wear black in the workplace. If you have uniform...

July 8, 2026

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Representation at Regional Conferences

UCTE delegations turned out strong at PSAC regional conferences this year. PSAC Quebec Region held its triennial convention May 22–24 in Quebec City. PSAC B.C. was May 22–24 in Victoria. Four UCTE members were elected to the BC Regional Council:...

July 7, 2026

Join a Townhall Meeting to Get Involved in Bargaining

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Join a Townhall Meeting to Get Involved in Bargaining

Virtual townhalls for members in the PA, SV, TC, and EB groups will be held throughout July. Attend a townhall to get the latest updates, ask questions, and learn how we can build our collective strength at the bargaining table...

July 7, 2026

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Happy Canada Day

July 1, 2026

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Quebec’s fête nationale

June 24, 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

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National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21, 2026

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Much More than Cruises: Maritime Hospitality at the Port of Saint John

UCTE represents members at six Canadian ports. Most of us outside of the industry think of ports in terms of cargo and passengers. There’s much more to ports than that. Each port where our members work drives the local economy...

June 16, 2026

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Pride Season is Here Again!

photo: Members of Local 30318 at Calgary Pride in 2025. Pride is celebration. Pride is resistance. Pride is about love, visibility, human rights and togetherness. Opportunities to support your local 2SLGBTQIA+ communities are just around the corner. Use this helpful...

June 15, 2026