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National Union supports University of Regina international students threatened with deportation
National Union writes Minister Kenney on behalf of Nigerian students Victoria Ordu and Favour Amadi who were given the toughest possible punishment for working at Walmart – deportation orders – while apparently Walmart faces no penalty.
Government should improve funding for community living and family services, poll shows
“We believe that the provincial government must reinvest in community living and other critical services that support vulnerable families across British Columbia." - Darryl Walker, BCGEU President.
Help stop the cuts to Frontenac Ambulance Service
Care about ambulance service in the Frontenac area? Find out more about reduced service.
Canadian Blood Services members in Manitoba are poised to strike
Workers prepare to strike at Canadian Blood Services in Manitoba.
WorkSafeBC issue health & safety orders after inspection of North Fraser Pre-Trial Centre
Following discussions with representatives from the British Columbia Government and Service Employees' Union (BCGEU/NUPGE) inspectors found non-compliance of health and safety issues at North Fraser Pre-Trial Centre (NFPC).
Staffing shortages, patient safety key concerns among NSGEU nurses
For the 2013 Nursing Week the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU/NUPGE) has released a report on the working conditions and opinions of many of the provinces' nurses.
Member Cuban 5 granted permission to remain in Cuba
Solidarity groups declare victory as René González, a member of the Cuban Five, has been given permission to serve remaining portion of his three year parole in Cuba.
Improvements to Manitoba corrections system needed says CSC report
MGEU/NUPGE looking to review recommendations made about the province's correctional system.
Newfoundland Government making wrong choices, says NAPE
“The inconsistency in what government is saying and what government is doing is unbelievable. There is clearly a credibility issue here.” - Carol Furlong, NAPE President.
HSABC offers scholarships for Summer Institute for Union Women
Great opportunity for women members to attend leadership and community-building training. Apply before May 23.
Cuts and privatization make Ontario Liberal budget disappointing
“If this government truly believes in fairness, as it claims, then the province’s corporations have to be involved." - Warren (Smokey) Thomas, OPSEU President.
New private liquor stores siphon profits from families and communities
Research shows that Alberta has lost $1.5 billion in tax revenue since it privatized liquor stores in 1993.
OPSEU supports Stephen Lewis Foundation's Solidarity Tour
Come out to this eight city tour through Manitoba and Ontario to show your support.
Atlantic premiers tell PM to stop cuts to EI
Harper government more interested in cost saving than providing support services for unemployed.
NAPE members at Labatt return to bargaining
“Our negotiating team is committed to reaching a fair deal at the table,” said NAPE President Carol Furlong.
NUPGE supports AUPE members demand for improved safety
"The people who work in our justice system deserve to be accorded the respect and dignity that their occupation deserves. They are risking their own lives to keep all of us safer." - James Clancy, NUPGE President.
SGEU celebrates 100 years at convention
“I’ve been a proud member for nineteen years, and active as a steward for fourteen years. It’s an honour to be selected in this role, I look forward to serving all SGEU members in this capacity,” said Roseann Strelezki, newly elected Secretary-Treasurer.
NSGEU presents nursing research to members
Nursing members: Be sure your contact information is on file to participate.
BCGEU Aboriginal Service workers ratify agreement
Rotating strikes and solidarity helped achieve collective agreement settlement.
Public action needed to protect workers in the garment industry
Your action can help make a difference for garment workers everywhere.
Workers Week of Action events held across the country
Workers come together to organize against Harper's harmful EI changes.
MGEU provincial report card evaluates Budget 2013
How does the Manitoba government's budget meet the needs of communities? Read the Report Card.
New safety measures for highway workers coming to Saskatchewan
SGEU/NUPGE says new law improving safety conditions for highway workers is welcome.
"Our job is not done until all workers can earn a decent living safely." - James Clancy, NUPGE President
"We must ensure every worker has the freedom to join a union to protect their interests. Only then will workplace tragedies be prevented," said Clancy. James Clancy, NUPGE President.
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