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August

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Eligibility for the new statutory holiday

This new designated paid holiday applies to federally regulated public and private sectors — specifically, the federal public service and employers subject to the Canada Labour Code.
August
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August

Employment Equity Act: Member Survey

We invite all PSAC members to complete this brief online survey. Information provided will be used for PSAC analysis and for our submission to the Employment Equity Act taskforce.

August
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August

Our next government must address the climate emergency

 

August
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August

Building a better Canada starts with an anti-racist government

Canada has historically viewed itself as a model of multiculturalism and inclusion. But the reality is we have a long way to go to truly address the systemic racism that permeates our society.
August
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August

Women must be at the forefront of Canada’s pandemic recovery

More than ever it’s clear we need a government that will make social and economic gender equity a national priority and put women at the forefront of a pandemic recovery that leaves no one behind.

August
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August

PSAC-CIU ratification kit, including the full text of the agreement, now available

FB members may now download the ratification kit — including full text of the tentative agreement — and the revised wage grid prior to participating in the online ratification process. The bargaining team unanimously recommends ratification of the new agreement.
August
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August

Federal vaccination requirements: No policy until after federal election

 

August
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August

Register to cast your ballot in FB ratification vote

Between September 7–23, PSAC-CIU members will have the opportunity to vote on the Border Services (FB) tentative agreement reached with the employer in August following nation-wide work-to-rule strike action.
August
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August

FAQ: PSAC-CIU tentative agreement with CBSA

Any questions you may have about the tentative agreement or ratification vote process can be answered at the virtual information sessions that will take place before you vote. However, to provide you with as much information as possible ahead of time, we have compiled key questions and answers for you. 
August
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August

Putting Canadians first by disaster-proofing and expanding health care

This is our chance to choose a government that will put the health of all Canadians first.

August
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August

SSO bargaining resumes for newly merged units

While PSAC and the employer made some progress, management still has not tabled a comprehensive package of proposals.
August
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August

PSAC members name their top election issues

In anticipation of a federal election, we invited PSAC members to participate in a survey in June 2021, where we asked which election issues mattered most to them, and what they wanted their union to provide to support them in casting an informed vote.

August
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August

Listen to PSAC's Pride playlist

PSAC is happy to share our first ever Pride playlist, featuring songs by LGBTQ2+ artists and allies that celebrate queer lives, queer experiences, and queer activism.
August
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August

Public service workers shouldn’t be disciplined over vaccination requirements

PSAC will continue to play an active role in consultations as the federal government develops its vaccination requirements plan.

August
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August

Phoenix damages : new timelines and taxation appeal

New timelines for current PSAC members and former and retired members.