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PSAC’s Social Justice Fund fights poverty in Northern Canada

These initiatives all highlight the critical role of the SJF in mitigating the effects of poverty in the territories, with a focus on food security and emergency support, ensuring that vulnerable communities have the resources they need to thrive.

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DFO must take action on dangerous working conditions for Fishery Officers 

A federal labour investigator has confirmed that PSAC members working as Fishery Officers in Atlantic Canada face serious threats from heavily armed criminals, particularly during illegal fishing operations. The investigator's report concludes that the officers' current protective equipment and tactical protocols are inadequate.
October
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October

Government refuses to take accountability for Canada Life fiasco 

In 2023, the government made the unilateral decision to transition the administration of the Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) from Sun Life to Canada Life. This transition was so poorly executed that thousands of members saw their claims denied. Many ended up accumulating thousands of dollars in credit card debt because Canada Life would delay or wrongfully deny the reimbursement of costly medication.
October
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Survey shows strong support for remote work as productivity in the federal public service climbs 

Remote work isn’t just convenient, it’s common sense. And PSAC's research proves it. Survey results from PSAC, in partnership with spark*insights, show 81% of Canadians believe remote work is good for workers, and two-thirds say it boosts productivity. 

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RCMP Civilian Members: Tell us how to improve your next contract

Send us your proposals
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October

Federal government misses opportunity to create equitable layoff process for workers

Similar to the misguided implementation of the  three-day in-office mandate, the government is proceeding without examining the evidence or engaging in proper consultation, despite commitments made at the bargaining table.

October
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October

World Day for Decent Work: workers deserve peace and democracy

PSAC joins the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) in calling for peace and democracy this World Day for Decent Work, 7 October, as authoritarianism and escalating military conflicts devastate workers’ lives worldwide.

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FB bargaining: Update on wage increases, retroactivity and lump sum payment

Wage adjustments and retroactivity will be reflected on members' pay on October 9, 2024.
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October

Walking In Our Truth Together: a new online course to support Truth and Reconciliation

We invite you to sign up for the course and begin your learning journey today.
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DeSousa: Treasury Board ignored evidence on return-to-office

The following op-ed by Sharon DeSousa, PSAC National President, was published in the Ottawa Citizen.
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September

PSAC honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by raising the Survivors' Flag

The flag, representing Indigenous resilience and strength, serves as a powerful symbol of remembrance and advocacy.
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PSAC renews call for Indigenous languages allowance amid federal inaction in the North

In Nunavut, as well as the Northwest Territories and Yukon, recognizing and supporting Indigenous languages is essential for reconciliation.