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September

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: A chance for reflection and reconciliation 

The official designation of September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, unanimously supported by the House of Commons in May, is a necessary and encouraging step forward. The ongoing commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools is a vital part of reconciliation. 

September
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September

SV Bargaining: team proposes improved working conditions and work-life balance

The Operational Services (SV Group) continued bargaining with Treasury Board on September 21-23, 2021, discussing fair wages, improved working conditions and work-life balance.

September
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September

PA bargaining: Team proposes leave improvements, more flexible hours

The bargaining team discussed expanding a range of leave options and flexible hours of work.
September
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September

PSAC will hold Trudeau’s new government to account

A message from PSAC National President Chris Aylward
 
September
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September

PSAC-CIU members ratify new agreement with CBSA

PSAC-CIU members in the Border Services (FB) bargaining unit have voted overwhelmingly in favour of the tentative agreement with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The FB group represents over 8,500 CBSA employees who have been on the front lines of the pandemic since day one, protecting our borders and keeping Canadians safe.
September
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September

Gender equity: Why women’s mentorship matters

In this video, PSAC Atlantic Regional Executive Vice-President Colleen Coffey, who is also responsible for PSAC’s women’s portfolio, shares what mentorship means to her.
September
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September

Gender equity: What it means to be inclusive

In this video, PSAC-CEIU member Anika Peterson-Deeprose explains what inclusion means to her, as a queer woman and young worker. 
September
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September

Gender equity: Why women’s leadership matters

In this video, PSAC National Vice President Sharon DeSousa shares what leadership means to her and why she’s committed to breaking down barriers and building a more inclusive and equitable labour movement. 

September
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September

EB group: Team discusses expanded leave, flexible work

The Education and Library Science (EB) bargaining team focused on expanding a range of leave options and potential flexible work arrangements during talks with Treasury Board September 14-16.

September
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September

TC group: Team discusses flexible work, health and safety

The Technical Services (TC) bargaining team met with the Treasury Board September 14-16 to continue negotiations.

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September

Reminder: FB ratification vote deadline just days away 

The deadline to vote on the FB tentative agreement is less than one week away. FB members have until Thursday, September 23 at 12 p.m. EDT to cast their ballot.
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September

End second-class status for parliamentary workers

PSAC is calling for an end to second-class status for workers in the parliamentary precinct.