Equal Pay Day – April 9
Canadian women still need to work an extra three-and-a-half months to earn what a man does in a year. That’s why Equal Pay Day is being celebrated on April 9: on average, a woman would have to work until today...
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Deal reached at Timmins Airport
Members of local 00075 (Timmins Victor Power Airport) voted in favour of a new collective agreement earlier today. This particular round of bargaining was punctuated by the possibility of a strike, which loomed throughout most of March. The 19 airport...
The 2019 Federal Budget
The 2019 budget, released yesterday, identifies a number of areas set to receive fresh funding. For many of our members, increased funding in key areas will be welcome news. There are, however, legislative proposals that are cause for concern. Phoenix...
#DreamBig: Win one of two $2,500 scholarships from UCTE
As a union, we’re committed to fairness in the workplace and beyond. For us, fairness means equality of opportunity – it means that all Canadians should be able to access higher education, regardless of their financial situation. It’s for these...
Night owls working 9 to 5: rethinking how to make a livin’
Just a few days ago, most Canadians had their collective circadian rhythms jostled by the start of daylight savings time. The bi-annual ritual is one of many modern-day factors that disrupt our sleep and affect our health, alertness and productivity....
Be prepared! Back to the table with Parks Canada
Be prepared. It’s the Boy Scout’s motto and a lesson that Parks Canada’s representatives still need to learn. As we head into the next round of bargaining, from March 12 to the 14, we hope Parks Canada will be better...
Strike on hold at Timmins Airport
TIMMINS – The City of Timmins and the union representing workers at the Timmins Airport have resumed negotiations; a strike which was set to start on Monday, March 4 at 6 p.m. is temporarily on hold. The 19 airport workers...
Timmins Airport on Strike
The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE), a component of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), has issued a 72-hour strike notice for its members who work at the Timmins Victor M. Power Airport. As of Monday March 4,...
Welcome! New members join Local 50600
Last week, a new group of workers at Winnipeg Airport joined the UCTE family. These 30 airport workers have ratified their first collective agreement and become part of Local 50600, which represents employees of the Winnipeg Airport. As employees of...
Strike at Timmins Airport?
February 27 update: Our members at Timmins Airport have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action. The airport is set to strike starting March 1. If you’re a Timminite, your winter vacation might turn into a living nightmare; thanks to Mayor...