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A Special mention for Canadian Guide Dogs for Blind

In 2006, UCTE recognized an opportunity to make a difference in a different way. We decided that the annual golf tournament could also benefit a charity. The national president at the time, Mike Wing, said that he wanted a charity...

August 26, 2019

Negotiations are getting cold with GLPA – a bargaining update

Bargaining Updates

Negotiations are getting cold with GLPA – a bargaining update

To say that negotiations with the Great Lakes Pilotage Authority (GLPA) are difficult is an understatement. The current collective agreement expired in 2016. 3 years later, negotiations are still ongoing, and it has not been easy. It is like watching...

August 23, 2019

Parks Canada bargaining: what it means for canal members

Bargaining Updates

Parks Canada bargaining: what it means for canal members

PSAC began negotiations with Parks Canada in January 2019 after the collective agreement expired August 4, 2018. Specifically, UCTE represents the Parks canal workers who work along the Rideau, the Chambly and the Sault Ste. Marie canal systems as well...

August 23, 2019

Massive changes to the Canada Labour Code

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Massive changes to the Canada Labour Code

Massive changes to the Canada Labour Code for federally regulated members – what you need to know before September 1, 2019 Over the last few months, UCTE and PSAC have been participating as part of stakeholder consultations to the government’s...

August 16, 2019

UCTE Local 00066 members delighted with federal funding announcement

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UCTE Local 00066 members delighted with federal funding announcement

On August 7th, Transport Canada made an announcement following the Port of Johnstown’s application for funding under its National Trade Corridors Fund program. It was a long process, but it was worth it. The port received $4.8 million towards infrastructure modernization....

August 14, 2019

Campaigns

For young workers, For the Future

Today, on this International Youth Day, I am going to share with you my personal experience which happens to the majority of young people today — those trying to build a career while only being offered contract work. A contractor’s...

August 12, 2019

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Elections Matter

Whether you work for a federal government department, an agency or a private employer, elections matter. Some of you are electing your employer who will negotiate the terms and conditions of your collective agreement. Others are electing one of your...

August 9, 2019

Congrats to Thunder Bay International Airport Authority’s employees

Bargaining Updates

Congrats to Thunder Bay International Airport Authority’s employees

Congratulations to the bargaining team who reached a tentative agreement with the employer today. Special thank you to Ryan Brady, Rob Kennedy, Martin Mika and Jawara Gairey for all of your hard work. The ratification kit will be ready shortly...

August 9, 2019

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Lightkeepers are “silent heroes”: CCG

On July 26th, a small float plane carrying 9 individuals crashed at Addenbroke Island, approximately 83 kilometers north of Vancouver Island. Unfortunately, 4 people were killed and the 5 survivors were taken to hospital for further treatment. Our thoughts are...

August 7, 2019

Another Victory for UCTE Members and the travelling public in Canada

Bargaining Updates

Another Victory for UCTE Members and the travelling public in Canada

We are very pleased to report that as a result of intensive lobbying by UCTE members who work at airports and those who work as inspectors in civil aviation, the Government of Canada has recognized that the Canadian Aviation Regulations...

August 1, 2019