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January
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January

Canada’s immigration backlog in jeopardy after government cuts thousands of frontline staff; workers left in limbo 

Today’s announcement of 3,300 job cuts at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is a devastating blow to the public services families, businesses, and communities in Canada rely on, warns the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and its component union, the Canada Employment and Immigration Union (CEIU). 

January
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January

Prorogation halts progress for workers, but our fight continues 

Prime Minister Trudeau’s decision to prorogue Parliament until March 24 puts an abrupt stop to all legislative progress, wiping out nearly all bills that haven’t been passed yet. This includes the Fall Economic Statement — along with its promises of pension fairness for thousands of frontline federal workers, such as border services staff and firefighters, and tax rebates for personal support workers, some of the lowest-paid health care heroes in Canada. 
January
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January

PSAC fights for good pensions in the private and para-public sector

A pension offers financial security by providing steady income and peace of mind during retirement. While defined contribution (DC) plans are common in Canada, they are less reliable compared to defined benefit (DB) plans. DB plans guarantee retirees a predictable income for life, offering stability and protection throughout their retirement.

January
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January

Fall Economic Statement: Wins for workers, gaps in justice, and challenges ahead

PSAC applauds measures to improve federal workplaces and strengthen public services in the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement released December 17. However, PSAC is raising concerns about further job cuts in the public service and a lack of investment in addressing racism and discrimination and providing justice for workers.
December
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December

Federal government’s public service cuts will hurt families across Canada

For two years, former Treasury Board President Anita Anand promised that government spending cuts wouldn’t harm the services families depend on – but those promises keep falling short.

December
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December

It’s not too late for the Liberals to reverse its pension betrayal

A version of this was published by the Globe and Mail

December
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December

SV bargaining: Register now for dispute resolution votes 

PSAC will soon hold a vote for members of the Treasury Board Operational Services (SV) bargaining group to choose the dispute resolution process for the next round of bargaining. Members will decide whether to keep the current conciliation/strike process or switch to interest arbitration. SV members in good standing are eligible to vote. 
December
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December

FAQ: Workforce Adjustment

Without prior consultation, the government has unilaterally announced plans to cut costs across the federal public s

December
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December

Phoenix replacement Dayforce is being tested, and we need your feedback 

Public Services and Procurement Canada is currently testing Dayforce as a potential replacement for the Phoenix pay system through a series of User Awareness Sessions and the National Lobby Roadshow. These events are designed to give workers a chance to explore the platform, but PSAC has concerns about whether the results of these sessions will genuinely reflect members’ experiences.
December
20
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December

Victory for PSAC members: All charges from 2023 strike dismissed or dropped 

In a major victory for PSAC members and labour rights, all tickets issued to members and staff during the 2023 national strike have been dismissed or withdrawn. Not a single fine or penalty was imposed, underscoring PSAC’s commitment to defending members’ rights and protecting fundamental freedoms, including the freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association. 
December
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December

Flawed Frameworks: The harmful impact of New Public Management and lean production on public services

The effects of applying these methods are wide-ranging and often harmful.
December
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December

Occupational Group Structure review: grievance resolved though settlement agreement

This marks a significant step forward in advocating for meaningful consultation and fairness in the Occupational Group Structure review.