Members of the EB group attended the National Treasury Board Bargaining Conference in Montreal February 19-22 to discuss bargaining proposals submitted by members from across the country and set priorities for the next round of negotiations.  

The Education and Library Science Group includes over 1,000 federal public service workers who work in education, language training, education support, and library services.  

At the conference, members spoke about the issues they face in their jobs, particularly their wage discrepancies when compared to similar jobs, unfair treatment by the employer, and job insecurity.  

To approach these challenges, delegates prioritized proposals involving securing fair compensation for their work, improving job security, protecting leave provisions, and solidifying better working conditions.  

Next steps 

The EB group collective agreement expires on June 30, 2025, and PSAC has already served notice to begin bargaining.