NSGEU

"It’s difficult to hear the health CEOs crying poor when they can afford to spend millions on consultants. And I’m disappointed they would treat their employees – the very heart of the health system – with such disrespect."

Members receive 7.9 per cent wage increase over four years through interest arbitration.

“We are hoping the employers and the government realize the seriousness of the situation and put forward their best possible offer – one that we will be able to recommend to the membership.”

Members ratify deal with contract improvements.

“We are excited about what this may mean for our members in corrections,” says Jessome.

“Last night’s vote is a clear sign these employees feel like they’re being treated with disrespect,” says NSGEU President Joan Jessome.

The lawmakers proposal follows a similar measure being discussed by the European Union (EU).

“It follows that over a three-year term recognition can be given to the historical placement of these nurses relative to their counterparts in Atlantic Canada and in the rest of Canada.” - Kevin Burkett, arbitrator.

“We are not prepared to negotiate backwards." - Joan Jessome, NSGEU President.

Electrical workers persecuted by Mexican government.

"This shows that when workers stand together, they can stop their employer from making unfair cuts to their pay and benefits." - Joan Jessome NSGEU President.

Memorial will pay tribute to brothers and sisters who lost their lives while on the job. 

"It’s a great first step towards wage parity,” says NSGEU President Joan Jessome.

“The Harper government is not speaking on behalf of most Canadians on this issue." - James Clancy, National President, NUPGE

“This strike vote is a clear signal to First Student and the Valley School Board that they’re no longer willing to be treated with such disrespect.” - Joan Jessome, NSGEU President.

Health care workers at Capital District Health Authority reach tentative agreements.

"We are prepared to do whatever it takes to achieve a fair deal for these dedicated women and men who are responsible for the safe transport of our children to and from school.” - Joan Jessome, NSGEU President.

We are pleased they were able to achieve many improvements the membership wanted to see.” - Joan Jessome, NSGEU President.

MGEU/NUPGE President Lois Wales responds to misleading editorial in Winnipeg Free Press.  

School board announces that employees will see a 2.65% increase to pension contributions that will be effective Jan. 1, 2012.  

Dalhousie University support staff ratify rollover agreement, averting a potential strike as students return for classes.

87.5% of votes cast in favour of job action.

“It is clear that the issue of fair compensation is very important to registered nurses at the CDHA,” says Joan Jessome, NSGEU president.

IWK health care employees will vote on the new agreement from June 27 until June 30.

The Employer’s pension contribution proposal is the most damaging to members as it would reduce the take-home pay by more than five per cent.

NSGEU, CDHA discussing emergency services in event of walkout.

NSGEU members encourage to vote against employer offer.

"The vote to accept this process brings to an end a two year struggle to reach a first collective agreement," says Joan Jessome, NSGEU president. “We are all very proud of this new local and their determination to achieve a fair first contract.”

"Families will suffer if the 33 members are not there to provide them service." - Metro Regional Housing Authority tenant.

NSGEU/NUPGE is encouraging the public to keep the pressure on and to support these members as they fight for a fair collective agreement.

“Our members have spoken loud and clear that the employer’s offer is simply not good enough,” says Joan Jessome.

“For the past two and a half years the government has been working on a 10-year strategy for mental health,” says Kim McDowell, President of OPSEU Local 152 (RMHC). “While they have been talking about improving the system, the reality on the ground has been one of program closures and layoffs.”

Our members are already facing stretched workloads trying to deal with patients having greater health needs than ever before,” said Jessome. “No additional funding will make the situation in our health facilities even worse, especially in light of rising costs and the aging population.”

“They are simply asking the employer for the same conditions of work that unionized housing authority employees have in other parts of the province.” - Joan Jessome, NSGEU president

“We are very pleased to have been able to reach an agreement with the CCRSB in this climate,” says Joan Jessome, President of the NSGEU.

Strike vote sends strong message to employer.

'We are very pleased to have reached this agreement and to have reached it so quickly.' - Joan Jessome.

'No substantive agreement on any issue ... the union will be filing for conciliation shortly.'

'Rather than waste time on discussions that were clearly going nowhere.'

NSGEU says arrangements will be made with Nova Scotia agency to put the new contract into effect as quickly as possible.

Move follows merger of three former authorities into the Western Regional Housing Authority.

'The bargaining committee was cohesive and supportive throughout. We are pleased that we were able to achieve an agreement.' - Joan Jessome.

Ratification vote on pay increases and other negotiated contract improvements scheduled for Dec. 11. - Updated.

New Nova Scotia Labour Board will eventually combine the activities of six existing boards and agencies performing labour relations functions.

Employees with Tri-County Regional School Board to hold ratification vote on Dec. 8.

'We are very pleased to reach a collective agreement that is acceptable to the membership of this new Local.' - Joan Jessome.

Administrators at nationally-known Nova Scotia university refusing to negotiate fair first contract with employees.

'I am pleased the employer recognized the need for a fair offer.' - Joan Jessome.

STRIKE UPDATE: NSGEU/NUPGE members vote to ratify new deal

(November 1, 2010) The striking workers at Cape Breton University who have been on the picket line since October 25, 2010 vot

'Your bargaining committee feels this remains a very challenging set of negotiations and there is a considerable amount of work still ahead.'

Members gather from across the province to set priorities for the next round of collective bargaining.

A triumph for all administrative professionals, union says.

'Now is a good time for all civil service members — and all NSGEU members — to speak up about the vital importance of having enough workers to do the work.' - NSGEU.

Two-year deal ratified after 'a lot of hard work' by NSGEU negotiators who were constrained by a climate of 'ongoing program review' within the government.

'The employer’s wage proposal is extremely offensive.'

NSGEU committed to 'achieving the best possible collective agreement' for more than 450 workers.

NSGEU president Joan Jessome says it appeared the employer was planning a lockout all along.

Support staff at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish vote to join provincial public sector union.

Union accepts request from Nova Scotia Association of Health Organizations (NSAHO) to devote full public resources to the situation.

Approximate raises of $9,000 and $6,500 won by NSGEU.

'This clearly shows a lack of respect for the members who provide police services.' - Joan Jessome

Outstanding issues include hours of work and rest periods, retirement allowance, language dealing with double time after four hours of overtime, vacation entitlement and family illness leave.

Three year contract with annual increases of 2.9%

Ratification to be conducted by mail-in ballot

Tentative agreement between CDHA and province's largest healthcare local.