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Register to cast your ballot – Parks Canada

As we mentioned in a previous article, Parks Canada reached tentative agreement on September 14th. If you are a Parks Canada member, it’s time to register to vote for your new collective agreement is important. PSAC has organized ratification in each...

October 1, 2020

Agreement finally reached for Parks Canada members

Bargaining Updates

Agreement finally reached for Parks Canada members

It’s been a long and painful process, but it’s over! This is a big win for our members. PSAC was able to reach a tentative agreement with the employer: competitive wage increases, greater parity with core public administration, Phoenix compensation, better...

September 14, 2020

Construction of the Peterborough Lift Lock – History and quick facts

Labour history

Construction of the Peterborough Lift Lock – History and quick facts

Parks Canada have a unique site located in Peterborough, Ontario. We are the union representing the workers of this incredible site. Below you will find facts the history of Peterborough Lift Lock. Built between 1896 and 1904 by Richard B....

August 19, 2020

UPDATE – Resume of the negotiation for Parks Canada – August 24, 2020

Bargaining Updates

UPDATE – Resume of the negotiation for Parks Canada – August 24, 2020

From August 24 to 28, negotiations with employer representatives will resume for Parks Canada. Here is what the PSAC wants to achieve during the next meeting: Parity with the core public service; A competitive wage increase; Fair compensation for Park...

August 12, 2020

UCTE Update – Message from the president

Bargaining Updates Convention 2020 COVID-19

UCTE Update – Message from the president

Sisters and Brothers, What a difference a few weeks make. Last month at this time your National Executive was meeting in person in Ottawa, we were in the midst of getting ready for our 18th Triennial Convention and planning our...

April 6, 2020

COVID-19

Q&A about Layoffs

A lot of members are facing the possibility of being laid off. Below is a list of some of the more frequently asked questions we are receiving with answers: Here is a PDF that we design [fusion_button link=”http://bm5.5d8.mywebsitetransfer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/QandA-1.pdf” text_transform=”” title=””...

March 31, 2020

The impact of the novel coronavirus on members

Health and safety

The impact of the novel coronavirus on members

The ever-changing situation as a result of the novel coronavirus has already had many impacts on our members. Here is a brief summary of what some of our members are experiencing to date: General Many worksites have members who have...

March 23, 2020

Update: Parks Canada bargaining – a long process

Bargaining Updates

Update: Parks Canada bargaining – a long process

It seems the story about the Tortoise and the Hare has become reality for our members at Parks Canada. Parks Members Head to Public Interest Commission This Week Parks Canada bargaining team members will head to their Public Interest Commission...

January 28, 2020

Bargaining Updates Human rights

They need to STOP, or we are going ON STRIKE

Many UCTE members are in situations that need employers to stop. Members at Parks Canada, Saint John Airport, Treasury Board and Great Lakes Pilotage are in tenuous positions with their employers who are refusing to engage fairly with our members. Recently, we have designed...

September 25, 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