After returning to the bargaining table for two days of renewed negotiations with Treasury Board, talks stalled between PSAC-CIU and Treasury Board July 30.

It’s abundantly clear that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government has not given Treasury Board a new mandate to address critical bargaining issues, including protections against a toxic workplace culture at CBSA and greater parity with other Canadian law enforcement personnel. 

The FB bargaining team remains ready and available to return to the table and negotiate. In the meantime, PSAC-CIU will be mobilizing to begin sweeping job action Friday August 6 if an agreement isn’t reached. 

We would prefer to reach a fair agreement at the table and avoid disruptions at the border for Canadians, but the employer is leaving us with no other choice. 

PSAC-CIU's leadership is finalizing plans to coordinate strike activities across the country. You will receive more information early next week about what strike action will look like for you. 

In the meantime, refer to the PSAC Strike Manual for more information on the PSAC strike structures or the Frequently Asked Questions for answers about essential employees and strike action. 

You can also take several actions right now to help your FB bargaining team: 

• Make your voice heard with our phone campaign 

• Sign up to participate in action in your area 

• Send a message to your MP, and have your family and friends do it too! 

• Contact your elected politician utilizing our FB Action Kit 

Thank you for your ongoing support and stay tuned for more details.