PSAC-CIU members have the right to express support for our union at work. Use these tools to make that support visible and help send a clear message that we’re united, and we’re paying attention. Every action helps build momentum and show support for fair bargaining. 

Learn more about your rights when it comes to union activity in the workplace. 

Video background

Using a PSAC-CIU virtual background in meetings is a powerful way to show that workers are united. 

How to use: Download the image. In your next Teams or Zoom meeting, go to Video Settings > Backgrounds and select Add New to upload it. 

If your manager pushes back: If you're directed to remove the virtual background, ask your manager to confirm the request in writing. Comply with the direction in the moment to protect yourself from any risk of discipline, then contact your CIU branch president as soon as possible.. You can continue showing your support in other ways, such as using a virtual background, displaying a poster in your workspace, or wearing union gear where appropriate.

Social media display photo

Update your profile picture with our bargaining graphic to show your solidarity online. 

Printable poster

Make your support visible in your workspace. Print this poster and display it on your workstation, office door, union bulletin board, or on the wall in the background of your virtual meetings. 

Email signature graphic

Add this graphic to your email signature. It’s an easy way to show your support every time you send an email.

How to use: Download the graphic and add it under your regular email signature. Follow your employer’s instructions on how to update your email signature.

If your manager pushes back: If you're directed to remove the graphic from your email signature, ask your manager to confirm the request in writing. Comply with the direction in the moment to protect yourself from any risk of discipline, then contact your CIU branch president as soon as possible. You can continue showing your support in other ways, such as using a virtual background, displaying a poster in your workspace, or wearing union gear where appropriate.

Show your support 

On their own, these are small actions. Together, they show the employer that workers are engaged and united.