Women's Issues

NAPE President opposed to removal of the Famous Five from bill

dduffy — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:53:00 -0500

“It may seem like an innocuous change, but it is a symbol of a pattern of assault on women’s issues by the Harper government,” said NAPE President Carol Furlong.

Study debunks myths about public sector wages - all workers falling behind

lbush — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:53:53 -0500

Provides fact based response to reports to the anecdotal attacks on the public sector from the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses (CFIB) and other conservative think tanks.

UN will conduct inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women in Canada

dduffy — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:03:28 -0500

"Canada has not lived up to its obligations under international human rights law to prevent, investigate and remedy violence against Aboriginal women and girls.”- Sharon McIvor of FAFIA.

Dec. 6 - Canada's National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women

bhildahl — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:15:11 -0500

More than 20 years after the tragic events in Montreal, violence against women continues to be a serious issue in Canada.

Women 4 Change organize around public services important to life/work balance

dduffy — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:43:01 -0500

All Together Now! women activists to focus on public services key to achieving life/work balance.

November 25 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

dduffy — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:01:01 -0500

At least one out of every three women around the world has been beaten, coerced into sex or otherwise abused in her lifetime - with the abuser usually someone known to her.

Supreme Court unanimous decision supports pay equity claim against Canada Post

dduffy — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:58:26 -0500

"This 30 year struggle shows that Canada needs to improve its pay equity laws to ensure this injustice never happens again. Women must be treated and compensated fairly in every workplace." - James Clancy, NUPGE President

The safety of Canadians should be first and foremost

bhildahl — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:51:08 -0500

The Conservative government has stubbornly reintroduced legislation to end the long-gun registry and destroy the data that has been collected over 15 years.

Canadians raise over $30 million towards a future without breast cancer

bhildahl — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:38:53 -0400

Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Canadian females.

Celebrating Canadian women and their accomplishments

bhildahl — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:21:38 -0400

Women continue to raise our social conscience, give voice to issues of inequality and work to build a future free of discrimination, violence and poverty.

NUPGE mourns the death of former Secretary-Treasurer Nancy Riche

dduffy — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:06:04 -0400

“I am a trade unionist and I am a feminist and I want to believe and I do believe that those two words are synonymous.” - Nancy Riche – acceptance speech on her election to
NUPGE National Secretary-Treasurer, May 26, 1984

Sixth annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil will be held Oct. 4

bhildahl — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:34:16 -0400

Focusing attention on the crisis of murdered and missing Aboriginal women.

Big box childcare expansion no good for families or workers, says BCGEU

dduffy — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:03:33 -0400

“With corporate childcare, the profit motive comes at the expense of families and workers,” said BCGEU President Darryl Walker.

Women demand action on missing and murdered aboriginal women

dduffy — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:30:36 -0400

Women march and rally to prevent further violence against aboriginal women and girls. UPDATED

National Union activists attend Women's Worlds 2011 Conference on global issues

lbush — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:04:18 -0400

"The National Union is excited to be supporting and participating in such an important global feminist event," said ACWI chair Brenda Hildahl.

US Supreme Court rules against female Wal-Mart employees

bhildahl — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 09:21:34 -0400

“The Supreme Court issued a devastating decision undoing the rights of millions of women across the country to come together and hold their employers accountable for their discriminatory practices.” - Marcia Greenberger,

Proof is in the economics - child care program pays for itself and more

bhildahl — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:30:58 -0400

“It’s money the federal government gets free.” - Pierre Fortin.

ILO adopts landmark Convention on rights of domestic workers

dfudge — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:42:17 -0400

Domestic workers are excluded from the right to join a union and bargain collectively in the provinces of Alberta, Ontario and New Brunswick.

Life/Work balance remains unequal between EU men and women

bhildahl — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 16:03:42 -0400

Research indicates that women remain the primary caregivers of children and the elderly among the majority of Member States of the EU.

A national child care program: Not now, after all: blog by Martha Friendly

bhildahl — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 09:10:08 -0400

"Post-2011 election is a good time to keep in mind our tradition of solidarity, and to build on it in new ways," - Martha Friendly, Executive Director CRRU

LEAF and Equal Voice joining forces to increase the number of elected women

bhildahl — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:19:19 -0400

"Asking the experts to put their heads together to discuss how to guarantee that women achieve fairer representation in the seats of political power," - Joanna Birenbaum

Developmental services workers picket Dwight Duncan’s Windsor office

dduffy — Sun, 29 May 2011 14:54:36 -0400

“We are committed to the work we do,” said local president, Deb Morphew. "We would like to avoid disruption to people who receive supports, but are willing to do what it takes to get the much needed funding for the sector.”

Supreme Court of Canada rules sexual act perpetrated on unconscious women is assault

dduffy — Fri, 27 May 2011 14:45:35 -0400

“Consent ends when the active, independent, operating will ceases,” - Judge Laforme.

No government funding for advocacy groups participating in the Missing Women Inquiry

bhildahl — Fri, 27 May 2011 13:26:56 -0400

“It was a real shock that everyone on the government side would be funded but nobody on the advocacy side would be funded,” says David Eby.

Aboriginal women three times more likely to be victims of violent crime

dfudge — Tue, 17 May 2011 09:55:30 -0400

The proportion of Aboriginal women who reported spousal violence was about two and a half times higher than the proportion of non-Aboriginal women.

Equality Day & the Charter of Rights and Freedoms

bhildahl — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:34:09 -0400

Sections 15 and 28 are part of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms because of the historic activism of Canadian women.

Women fare worse under Harper: CLC, FAFIA

dduffy — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:29:32 -0400

A recent report coordinated by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and Canadian Feminist Alliance for International Action (FAFIA) highlights the sharp decrease in support for women’s issues under the Harper government.

International Women's Day: Gender equality must become a lived reality

dduffy — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 10:00:59 -0500

On March 8th, as we take time to celebrate the achievements that women have made and their contributions to a better world, we must also renew our resolve to fight for a true and equitable society,” stresses James Clancy, president of the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE).

Early learning and child care - not a social policy gap

bhildahl — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:20:03 -0500

"Canada needs early learning and child care services, not a social policy gap that is decades behind reality." - YWCA Canada

New report looks at how Canada is doing at protecting the rights of children

bhildahl — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:29:39 -0500

Report recommends investing 1% of GDP to early care and learning.

Manitoba Judge should resign over comments in sexual assault case

dduffy — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:25:43 -0500

“In this day and age, there is no excuse for anyone, let alone a member of the judiciary, to make this kind of statement,” said Brenda Hildahl, Chair of the National Union of Public and General Employees' Advisory Committee on Women’s Issues. “His comments and sentence are a disservice to all victims of sexual assault. He should tender his resignation immediately.”

NSGEU women's conference set for April 15-17

dblaikie — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:30:02 -0500

'Counting Women In .. NSGEU Women Do Great Things.'

MGEU Women's Conference will take place May 5-7

dblaikie — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:30:00 -0500

'A great opportunity for female members who have shown some interest in their union but haven’t quite known how to get more involved.'

Remembering labour pioneer Huguette Plamondon

dblaikie — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:45:00 -0500

'Huguette was a trailblazer. She spent her whole adult life fighting for fairness and defending the interests of working families.'

Geraldine Doyle was famous as 'Rosie the Riveter'

dblaikie — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:50:00 -0500

Poster symbolized the vital role that women played in World War II industries.

NUPGE applauds defeat of anti-abortion Bill C-510

dblaikie — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 17:59:00 -0500

Federal Conservatives should now focus on real problems facing women such as pay equity, affordable child care, legal aid and other measures to prevent violence. - James Clancy.

Women make progress but big wage gap remains

dblaikie — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:44:30 -0500

Latest report from Statistics Canada reveals that a glaring pay gap still remains between men and women in Canada.

Number of working mothers doubles since 1976

bhildahl — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 14:08:05 -0500

In 2009 over 70% of women with children under the age of 16 living at home were employed.

Dec. 6 – Canada's National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women

dblaikie — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 11:55:00 -0500

More than 20 years after the tragic events in Montreal, violence against women continues to be a serious issue in Canada.

Canada gets low marks in UNICEF study of children

dblaikie — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 11:51:30 -0500

Ranks a dismal 17th in the material well-being of children among OECD countries.

Dignity for All campaign calls for attack on poverty

dblaikie — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:44:00 -0500

Group urges supporters across the country to pressure the Harper government to take action on urgent parliamentary committee report.

NDP housing bill survives another vote in Commons

dblaikie — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:30:00 -0500

Opposition parties combine to outvote the Harper Conservatives 141-132 on a bill to create a national housing strategy.

NUPGE asks Harper to restore funding for NWAC

dblaikie — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:49:00 -0500

'I urge you to not desert the families of the 582 missing and murdered Aboriginal women!' - James Clancy.

LEAF fighting 'advance' sexual consent at Supreme Court

bhildahl — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:48:53 -0500

'A vital part of the meaning of consent is the right to say ‘no’ at any point.' - Joanna Birenbaum, LEAF

Unionization in Canada rises to 4.2 million workers

dblaikie — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 09:02:00 -0500

Women experienced disproportionately more gains in unionized jobs.

Shift work associated with increased risk for injury

dblaikie — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:40:00 -0400

'As Canada has become a 24-hour society, the number of Canadians working non-regular hours has increased dramatically.'

OPSEU supporting Woman Abuse Prevention month

dblaikie — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:35:00 -0400

'It is every woman’s fundamental right to live in safety and security in her home and community.'

10th Anniversary of Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

bhildahl — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:48:06 -0400

October 27th will mark the 10th annual Day of Appreciation for Child Care Workers and Early Childhood Educators in Ontario.

MGEU elects first female President

mluff — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 16:39:43 -0400

Lois Wales, a cardiology technologist, was elected president of the Mantioba Government and General Employees' Union (MGEU/NUPGE) at the union's convention this past weekend. It is the first time in MGEU’s history that a woman has been elected president.

New report on protecting women from serial predators

bhildahl — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:37:10 -0400

Report makes recommendations to protect women from serial predators who traget victims because of their availability, vulnerability and desirability.

NUPGE marks 'Women's History Month' in October

bhildahl — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:50:40 -0400

NUPGE urging members to join with Canadians across the country in celebrating Women's History Month

Canada ranks 20th in global gender equality study

dblaikie — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:44:00 -0400

Annual World Economic Forum study looks at 134 economies around the world.

Vancouver says restore domestic violence program

dblaikie — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 18:32:00 -0400

Motion adopted unanimously asks province to reverse decision on program killed in July at VGH.

NUPGE Women's Committee Attends Fifth annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil

bhildahl — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 14:25:42 -0400

Focusing attention on the crisis of murdered and missing Aboriginal women.

LBED continues process for pay equity compliance

dblaikie — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 18:44:30 -0400

Pay equity will eventually be assured for all LCBO employees under the Pay Equity Act of Ontario.

Fifth annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil will be held Oct. 4

dblaikie — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:59:00 -0400

Focusing attention on the crisis of murdered and missing Aboriginal women.

Harper rejects unanimous Senate poverty report

dblaikie — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:30:31 -0400

Government accepts none of the 74 recommendations contained in a Senate report approved unanimously in April.

LEAF launches a new website to monitor equality rights

dfudge — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:31:09 -0400

Equality Rights Central (ERC) will monitor all equality, human rights and discrimination issues, primarily in lower courts and tribunals

NUPGE calls for action to preserve gun registry

dblaikie — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:44:00 -0400

Canadians encouraged to e-mail, fax and phone MPs in advance of critical Commons vote on Bill C-391.

Negotiations break off in Burin-Marystown strike

dblaikie — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:35:00 -0400

NAPE accuses employer of discrimination against women while managers are paid up to $40 an hour.

Domestic violence program about to close in B.C.

dblaikie — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:31:00 -0400

'Cutting outpatient care will result in higher medical costs overall, in addition to suffering.' - Reid Johnson.

Manitoba planning new facility for women at risk

dblaikie — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:00:00 -0400

Multi-bed shelter for women battling addictions, homelessness or other safety issues.

B.C. common-law couples to get marriage rights

dblaikie — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:50:00 -0400

First major overhaul in 30 years would modernize the province's Family Relations Act.

Woman fired after cancer diagnosis gets $20,000

dblaikie — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:30:00 -0400

Employer ordered to pay damages and learn about Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Shirley Carr, first woman CLC president, dies at 81

dblaikie — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 13:09:45 -0400

'Shirley moved women’s rights to the top of the labour agenda and she was a determined opponent of apartheid.'

OECD: Canada's infant mortality rate worsens

dblaikie — Tue, 25 May 2010 18:28:00 -0400

“'We’re losing our reputation.... We have fallen way behind.' - André Lalonde.

Attack on women's groups reveals Harper's style

dblaikie — Wed, 05 May 2010 18:45:00 -0400

'Just shut up - that's been this government's style right from the start.' - NUPGE president James Clancy.

Wal-Mart to face massive class-action law suit

lbush — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 22:23:40 -0400

Lawsuit centers on allegations that Wal-Mart pays women less than men for the same jobs and that female employees receive fewer promotions and have to wait longer for those promotions than male counterparts.

York U health researchers on who gets sick and why

lbush — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:58:34 -0400

New report concludes that the health of Canadians is much less determined by the health care system than we typically think. Much more important are public policies that influence our living conditions.

'Life/Work Balance: Quality of Women’s Lives'

dblaikie — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:57:06 -0400

'Participants took advantage of the opportunity to engage, talk, debate and share with activists – women who work diligently within their unions despite their life/work challenges.' - James Clancy

Province ends domestic abuse program in Saskatoon

dblaikie — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:00:00 -0400

'There can be no justification for cutting services to women victims of violence who are often among the most isolated and vulnerable individuals in our society.' - Bob Bymoen.

March 8 centennial for International Women's Day

dblaikie — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:15:00 -0500

Idea dates back to second International Conference of Working Women in Copenhagen in 1910

Women's equality has declined under Harper Tories

dblaikie — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:45:00 -0500

Reality Check: 'A sharp decrease in institutional and political support by the government of Canada for the promotion and protection of the human rights of women and girls.'

Women’s Court of Canada reverses Supreme Court’s 2004 decision on pay equity

dfudge — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:47:29 -0500

“The Women’s Court finds that fiscal considerations should never suffice as a pressing and substantial basis for overriding equality rights”

Ont. child care cuts will hurt poor kids and kill jobs

dblaikie — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:43:00 -0500

'The report shows there’s a lot more at stake than lost child care spaces.' - Andrea Calver.

NUPGE challenges PM: live up to lofty G8 rhetoric

dblaikie — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:30:00 -0500

Union says Harper must take action at home and abroad to show he is serious about championing maternal health and child care around the globe.

Vancouver supports BCGEU legal aid campaign

dblaikie — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

'We hope that local communities across B.C. will join Vancouver's lead.' - Darryl Walker.

Canada ignores human rights for women, says FAFIA

dblaikie — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:15:00 -0500

'Canada is the home of serious violations of the human rights of Aboriginal women and girls.'

Struggle for freedom never ends, says Angela Davis

dblaikie — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:31:00 -0500

Celebrated American 'academic activist' tells Black History Month audience in Canada that 'activism should be a joy.'

B.C. continues to turn its back on women at risk

dblaikie — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:29:00 -0500

'This government ought to be ashamed of its failure to meet its international obligations and responsibilities.' - Judi Filion.

$8 million Canadian Blood Services equity payout

dblaikie — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:59:30 -0500

OPSEU says success achieved after 'long and tedious process' dating back to 2003.

Ottawa hospital workers face 'unsustainable' stress

dblaikie — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:31:00 -0500

Study at four city hospitals represents the first in-depth investigation of 'role overload' in Canada's health care system.

Staff and residents devastated over closure of mental health facility in Mission, B.C.

lbush — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:03:57 -0500

Another devastating cut to services for some of the most vulnerable people in our society. Waddell's Haven Guest Home in Mission, B.C. at full capacity to be closed.

Canadian shelters unite to end violence against women

lbush — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:38:07 -0500

Action-based initiative, called Uniting to End Violence Against Women, will connect shelters that help abused women across the country.

Dec. 6 - the 20th Anniversary: National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women

dblaikie — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:45:00 -0500

'I am encouraging all Canadians to contact their MPs and let them know that the long-gun registry should not be dismantled.' - James Clancy.

Dec. 6 campaign focuses on violence against women

dblaikie — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:31:00 -0500

CLC marking 20th anniversary of Montreal Massacre with 20-day mailing campaign to highlight the ongoing need for change.

Pension gap between females and males in Canada narrows

dfudge — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:04:16 -0500

"Presently, the gap in CPP pensions between males and females is narrowing even if it is not expected to disappear completely."

Canadian women worry about their retirement security

dfudge — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:28:19 -0400

Only 30 percent of women have a formal financial plan to meet their retirement goals

Child care programs produce big economic bang

dblaikie — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:45:00 -0400

'Over the long term, every $1 invested in quality child care programs returns $2.54 in benefits to society.' - CCAAC.

Fourth annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil to be held Oct. 4

dblaikie — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:44:00 -0400

Focusing attention on the crisis of murdered and missing Aboriginal women.

P.E.I. must continue to fund early learning

dblaikie — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 10:59:00 -0400

'Government needs to step forward with a comprehensive plan to ensure that quality care and education for our young children is here now and in the future.' - Shelley Ward.

Canada's tragic failing grade on child poverty

dblaikie — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:00:00 -0400

Dismal 15th ranking out of 17 developed countries. Only Japan and the United States were worse. The top-ranked countries are Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the Netherlands.

NUPGE marks 'Women's History Month' in October

dblaikie — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:38:59 -0400

'Like the Famous Five, we must continue to lobby, campaign and educate others to ensure that Canadian women obtain equity in this country.'

Grim report on early childhood education and care

dblaikie — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:31:30 -0400

'The decrease in provincial budget funding for child care is most likely a result of the Harper Conservative government’s 2006 cancellation of the bilateral agreements.'

The woman who inspired "Norma Rae" has died

dblaikie — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:32:00 -0400

Crystal Lee Jordan Sutton, an activist to the end, has passed away from a brain tumor at age 68.

Poverty rates still shocking among Canadian women

dblaikie — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:44:59 -0400

Child poverty seems to win political points but Canadian governments are ignoring the very real and private struggle of women on their own.

Passionate pacifist Muriel Duckworth dies at 100

dblaikie — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:49:44 -0400

'Muriel will be forever remembered as an ambassador of peace, defender of women's rights and champion of educational development.' - Nova Scotia Premier Darrell Dexter.

Labour activist, MP, writer Joy Langan dead at 66

dblaikie — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 18:29:00 -0400

First woman to sit on executive council of B.C. Federation of Labour and become president of the B.C. NDP.

Charlottetown women's shelter impacted by poor economy

khawley — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:17:38 -0400

There has been an increase of more than 50 per cent in demand for Charlottetown's women's shelter.

Canada criticized in Amnesty International report

dblaikie — Sun, 31 May 2009 13:10:00 -0400

Poor record cited on issues such as missing Aboriginal women, slow progress on land claims, funding cuts to women's groups and treatment of prisoners in Afghanistan.

Manitoba boosts child care spending by $11 million

dblaikie — Thu, 28 May 2009 18:30:30 -0400

'Child care is a critical piece of the puzzle for many Manitobans these days.' - Gord Mackintosh, family services and housing minister.

Women, Stephen Harper and the Economic Crisis

dblaikie — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:32:00 -0400

NUPGE leaflet puts focus on Canadian women struggling to cope with severe economic problems.

Stressed workers fail to use 34 million vacation days

dblaikie — Mon, 18 May 2009 09:02:00 -0400

Employers reap gains worth $6.03 billion but the cost in employee burnout is significant.

Why are Aboriginal women's murders ignored?

dblaikie — Sat, 16 May 2009 09:01:00 -0400

NUPGE has supported this initiative with funding through its "Building International Sisterhood campaign" projects.

More than 101,000 women used shelters in 2008

dblaikie — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:33:00 -0400

New survey by Statistics Canada says more than 80% were fleeing an abusive situation.

May 17 is International Day Against Homophobia

dblaikie — Tue, 12 May 2009 18:31:00 -0400

'The effort to end homophobia cannot be separated from the struggle to extend respect and dignity to all human beings everywhere.' - James Clancy, NUPGE national president.

Early Learning and Child Care Act reintroduced

dblaikie — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:31:00 -0400

NDP again asks Parliament to pass legislation that would lay a foundation for a national child care system.

Program will help Manitoba women awaiting trial

dblaikie — Thu, 07 May 2009 18:29:00 -0400

Similar programs are already operating in Ontario and Saskatchewan.

An International Network of Women's Shelters

khawley — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:45:44 -0400

Community-based women's shelters look to the international scene to find solutions that help women escape domestic violence.

PSAC to challenge Harper government's attack on workers' and women's rights

dfudge — Fri, 01 May 2009 11:24:33 -0400

The Expenditure Restraint Act violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by denying workers' rights to freedom of association and collective bargaining.

NUPGE poster marks Asian Heritage Month

dblaikie — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:45:00 -0400

Canada’s cultural diversity strengthens the country socially, politically and economically.

HSABC wants legal aid services restored in B.C.

dblaikie — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 18:26:30 -0400

'A devastating impact on women, particularly those living in poverty, women of colour, Aboriginal women, and other marginalized women.' - HSABC

New NUPGE leaflet: Our kids gotta come first

bhildahl — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:35:00 -0400

Canada has one of the lowest child care access rates in the industrialized world and fees are among the highest.

Equality Day and the Charter of Rights & Freedoms

dblaikie — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:00:02 -0400

Sections 15 and 28 are part of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms because of the historic activism of Canadian women.

Ad Hoc Coalition for Women's Equality and Human Rights

bhildahl — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:57:41 -0400

Just say no to the expansion of for-profit child care

bhildahl — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:02:26 -0500

Beware of child care property development/leaseback schemes, proposals to expand for-profit child care and pressure to reduce quality standards.

'Women's place: In her Union, Work and Home'

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:00:00 -0500

NSGEU women's conference April 24-26 at Debert Hospitality Centre. Helping women play a more assertive and active role in their union, workplaces and lives.

The stress of balancing personal life with work life

bhildahl — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:01:19 -0500

Balancing responsibilties at work and at home is a greater stressor for women.

March 8, 2009 - International Women's Day

bhildahl — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 13:22:52 -0500

The Canadian theme for International Women’s Day 2009 is “Strong Leadership. Strong Women. Strong World: Equality.”

B.C. Federation of Labour women’s campaign school

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:24:26 -0500

Preparing candidates for B.C.'s May 12 provincial election - 'The school will provide a combination of education, campaign team experiences and hands-on exercises.'

International Women's Day Poster

bhildahl — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:04:19 -0500

In preparation for the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th, the National Union has created a poster entitled "Whatever became of me?"

Women tired of lip service on Equality

lbush — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:10:55 -0500

Conservative government is paying lip service to improving the lives of women even as it refuses to support pay equity, child care and economic measures that support women's equality. So the Canadian Labour Congress is sending each Member of Parliament a gift of chocolate lips with an accompanying note - 'women are tired of lip service'.

Black History Month reminds us of gains made and warns of threats to equity in poor economic times

lbush — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:01:22 -0500

As the economic crisis deepens and job losses mount, the National Union hopes that celebrations for Black History Month will encourage governments and employers to promote, defend and expand a commitment to equality in the workforce.

Effects of Harper's misguided plan for child care becoming glaringly clear

lbush — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 19:44:30 -0500

Conservatives' plans in child care leading to shrinking number of child care spaces and they have chosen to ignore the crisis in the recent federal budget.

Masai for Africa campaign thanks National Union for ongoing support

lbush — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:54:24 -0500

'We continue to use your encouragement and spend these donated funds wisely to better the lives of the people of Lesotho fighting for their lives against the AIDS pandemic.' Executive Director Andy McDougall

Stimulus too timid; tax cuts ineffective

jclancy — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 14:49:41 -0500

(Jan 27, 2009) -- 'Everyone except the prime minister seems to understand that big problems require bold solutions. Canada needs a large-scale fiscal stimulus.'

Obama chooses pay equity as first bill to sign

dblaikie — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:56:24 -0500

With the Harper Conservatives moving in the opposite direction, the contrast between Canada and the new administration in Washington is startling.

Quality of Women's Lives

kcarruthers — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 21:58:57 -0500

Thank you for your participation in the "Survey on work-life integration".

The survey is now closed (effective Sept. 15, 2009)

Canada ranks last with Ireland in UNICEF child care report

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Survey of child care standards in 25 developed countries

Conservative plan to derail pay equity complaints still stands

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Attack outlined in economic statement remains despite political crisis in Ottawa

UN report highlights importance of actions taken on Dec. 6

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 19:00:00 -0500

It is a sobering fact that in the nearly 20 years since those tragic events in Montreal, the incidence of violence against women remains extremely high.

Nov. 25 - International Day to End Violence Against Women

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:00:00 -0500

'A problem of pandemic proportions.' - UN

N.B. Union elects Susie Proulx-Daigle as president

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:00:00 -0400

Ms. Proulx-Daigle takes over the leadership of the union immediately, with a transition strategy to be implemented over the next two weeks.

Harper is out of touch and has no plan for Canada

jclancy — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

(Oct 9, 2008) -- 'The Harper platform is a vapid document, full of slogans but lacking a substantive plan to tackle the current economic and social challenges.'

Canada's third Annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil to be held Oct. 4

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Focusing attention on the crisis of murdered and missing Aboriginal women

October is Women's History Month

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

This year’s theme is 'Women in the Lead'

Marion Dewar (1928-2008): a sad farewell to a great Canadian

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400

'She never wavered when she believed the cause was right. We will miss her more than words can ever say.' - NUPGE president James Clancy

Election 2008: You have the power to change Canada

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Check NUPGE's election leaflet and visit our election resource web page

Alberta hosting first global conference on shelter workers

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400

'Over 25,000 women and children in Alberta were turned away from overcrowded shelters last year.' - James Clancy, National President of NUPGE

Women affected most by growing number of casual jobs in B.C.

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Study by two University of Northern B.C. professors

A sister's story: death threats and privatization in Colombia

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Maria Fernanda Bolaños visits Daryl Walker and BCGEU trade unionists

Sign of the times: Atlanta road signs to be gender neutral

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Complaint results in Men at Work and Men Working Ahead signs being changed to read Workers Ahead

This Saturday is International Day Against Homophobia

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400

May 17 marks key anniversary of important step taken by the World Health Organization in 1991

This Mother's Day help mothers in Africa struggling under the ravages of AIDS

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400

While pausing to recognize and say thank you to our own mothers, we can also help African mothers struggling with the ravages of AIDS

May Day celebrates the achievements of unions worldwide

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Unfortunately, inequality continues to grow for millions of workers worldwide

Union will make omnipresent BlackBerry a bargaining issue

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Government employees crying for relief from high-tech intrusion into private lives away from the job

Heather Menzies addresses NUPGE Women's Committee

bhildahl — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Award-winning author and social activist speaks about the high cost of stress to women

REAL Women of Canada not living in the real world

bhildahl — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

By Brenda Hildahl

NUPGE urges Ottawa to recognize UN service of Louise Arbour

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

'No government could possibly be so small minded as to ignore the tremendous accomplishments of an exemplary Canadian.'

It's time to reinvest in communities for the common good

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400

NUPGE releases new leaflet on renewing community-based social services

MGEU women's committee conference May 1-3 in Winnipeg

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400

'Find your place in the union!'

International Women

admin — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500

100 years since 15,000 women garment workers marched in New York

Alternative federal budget: stop tax cuts, deal with problems

admin — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Conservatives tax cut promises total $190 billion in two years

Valentine's Day give hope along with flowers and chocolate

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Give more than flowers and chocolates this year - help African communities in need.

20th Anniversary of Ontario

admin — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Equal Pay Coalition uses anniversary to call for action to end widespread gender pay discrimination in Ontario

Supreme Court denies adoptive mother maternity leave

admin — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Birth parents continue to receive 15 weeks more leave from work than adoptive parents

Philippines trade union wins case against corrupt officials

admin — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Over the last two years, Public Services International (PSI) has supported Annie Geron, General Secretary of Public Services Labor Independent Confederation (PSLINK) and other unionists, in a long-standing case involving embezzlement of public funds at the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).

Dec. 6 - Remembrance and action on violence against women

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500

'Violence is far less likely between equals. . .therefore, equality and respect of all people is a crucial concept. . .women have not yet achieved equality, and this must be redressed.' - Witness at the Canadian Panel on Violence Against Women, 1993

One in four working Canadians suffers from depression

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500

Ipsos Reid poll commissioned by Great-West Life Centre for Mental Health in the Workplace

Pay equity still voluntary in N.B. and most other jurisdictions

Sat, 17 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500

By Ginette Petitpas-Taylor

When New Brunswick university students held a bake sale where sweets were offered at $1 apiece to men and 80 cents to women, the organizers were trying to upset people.

HSAA partnership tackles family violence in the workplace

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500

$250,000 over five years to help train managers and staff

Disability claims are soaring in the federal public service

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500

PSAC finds high stress and work-life balance key causes

Celebrating Immigrant Women in Canada

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:00:00 -0400

'This year's theme is Celebrating Immigrant Women in Canada.'

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in North America

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 20:00:00 -0400

'The continued dedication of HSABC's leadership and members to support the fight to end breast cancer is inspirational.' - James Clancy, NUPGE president

Changes to funding forces closure of NAWL

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 11:02:12 -0400

Federal Government removed the words ‘women’s equality’ from the mandate of the Status of Women Canada, reduced the agency’s budget by 38.5% and made changes to the mandate and funding rules.

Women now hold 54.1% of all core federal government jobs

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 20:00:00 -0400

Dramatic change over past decade, StatsCan reports

U.S. shame: the only OECD country with no paid vacation

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 20:00:00 -0400

Canada lags badly in survey of paid vacation and paid holidays among 21 OECD countries

NUPGE convention endorses Bracelet of Hope Campaign

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 20:00:00 -0400

Delegates support series of women's projects

June is Pride Month in Canada and around the world

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 20:00:00 -0400

NUPGE urges members to recognize and celebrate the value of diversity

MGEU supporting run for victims of HIV/AIDS in Africa

Thu, 24 May 2007 13:56:35 -0400

June 9 event aims to attract as many participants as possible

Despite progress, discrimination remains a global challenge

Wed, 16 May 2007 15:10:47 -0400

Major new report by the International Labour Organization

A great Canadian dies - farewell to Doris Anderson

jclancy — Mon, 14 May 2007 20:00:00 -0400

(Mar 15, 2007) -- 'Doris Anderson was an important journalist, women’s rights champion and activist. Canada mourns her loss, but celebrates a remarkable life.'

Five-year N.B. plan narrowing wage gap at painfully slow rate

Sun, 13 May 2007 15:33:00 -0400

Government and opposition still believe five-year plan will work but Coalition for Pay Equity is less optimistic

Canada gets poor grade on international labour standards

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 11:42:57 -0400

Only five of eight international labour standards signed by Canadian governments have been ratified

NDP picks Marlene Rivier as candidate in Ottawa West-Nepean

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 12:54:57 -0400

Well-know community and labour activist taking on Treasury Board President John Baird

International Trade Union Confederation condemns Australia

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 14:25:21 -0500

New report says laws enacted by John Howard violate international labour treaties and conventions

World marking 30th anniversary of International Women's Day

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 14:59:38 -0500

'Equality - not 'til every piece is in place.'

Colombian woman trade union leader murdered

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 19:00:00 -0500

'Yet another three children have been orphaned, thereby joining the long list of sons and daughters of workers.'

Green light for massive class-action lawsuit against Wal-Mart

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 19:00:00 -0500

Sex-discrimination case is largest in American history

Donation to women's micro lending program strikes chord

Wed, 07 Feb 2007 19:00:00 -0500

NUPGE receives heartfelt letter of thanks from TESDA Women's Centre Alumnae Association

Stephen Harper's breach of promise to Canadian women

Sat, 27 Jan 2007 19:00:00 -0500

Actions since taking office directly contradict prime minister's election campaign commitments

Dec. 6 - Remembrance and action on violence against women

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 19:00:00 -0500

Women continue to be the target of violence in their homes, workplaces and education facilities.' - Marie Bean

UN agency for women moves one step closer to reality

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 19:00:00 -0500

Recommendation by high-level panel hailed by AIDS envoy Stephen Lewis

NUPGE condemns Tory attack on Status of Women Canada

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 11:49:13 -0400

James Clancy writes to Stephen Harper, urging Tory government to reconsider.

Oda and Harper to get a REAL-ity check

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 13:09:11 -0400

Website to combat inaccuracies and indifference towards Status Of Women Canada

Sisterhood conference: tears, songs and determination

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 13:18:32 -0400

"There was so many highlights I don't know just where to begin," Carol Meyer.

Building international sisterhood - National Union conference

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 14:41:44 -0400

"I know that what you discuss over the next two days - during the presentations, during the workshops and in the hallways - will change the world." James Clancy

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in North America

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 14:37:29 -0400

One in nine women will develop breast cancer

Herstory Month in Canada - celebrating women's achievements

Sun, 01 Oct 2006 14:27:48 -0400

"This year's theme is Aboriginal Women, The Journey Forward."

NUPGE mourns loss of disability rights activist Carol McGregor

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 20:00:00 -0400

She accomplished a lot for injured workers and the disability rights community.' - James Clancy

Courageous young Afghan politician speaks out in Canada

Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:00:00 -0400

NUPGE among sponsors of Canadian tour by Malalai Joya to raise awareness of women's rights and the truth about Afghan warlords

4.7 million Canadian women are now main family breadwinners

Wed, 23 Aug 2006 20:00:00 -0400

Figure has increased from 1.4 million in 1967 - Statistics Canada

Rose Lees, OPSEU's first woman staff rep, passes away at 71

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 16:02:38 -0400

Born in Scotland, she will be remembered for her contribution to the labour movement

Lewis calls for new UN agency devoted to women's issues

Thu, 13 Jul 2006 16:53:32 -0400

'After 50 years of passivity and paralysis, it’s time to have an agency through which women can assert their rights.'

Two big pay equity settlements end longstanding disputes

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 20:00:00 -0400

Agreements affect 326,000 Quebec public employees and 5,000 current and former Bell Canada telephone operators

NUPGE family mourns the death of activist Patsy Gallagher

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 20:00:00 -0400

'We were all privileged to witness the passion, resolve, grace and courage of this remarkable woman." - James Clancy

Pressure grows for pay equity legislation in New Brunswick

Sat, 27 May 2006 20:00:00 -0400

Public sector workers rally at the provincial legislature

Saskatchewan Elizabeth Fry employees demand pay equity

Thu, 25 May 2006 20:00:00 -0400

Society offer of 0%, 0% and 2% amounts to a significant pay cut when discounted for inflation

Bev Johnson: life time achievement award for social justice

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 20:00:00 -0400

An outstanding contribution to the struggle for human rights and equality in Canada and around the world.

EI rules may claw back bonuses from pregnant B.C. women

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 20:00:00 -0400

'We’re concerned that these regulations contain a systemic bias against women.' - George Heyman

International Women's Day - the struggle for equality continues

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 19:00:00 -0500

Can you see me? Can you hear me? I am here. I am Woman!

More than 800,000 Canadians now depend on food banks

Thu, 09 Feb 2006 19:00:00 -0500

Survey of food banks and emergency food programs

Child care advocates alarmed at Conservative proposals

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 19:00:00 -0500

Children and families deserve more than empty Tory promises

National Union joins in mourning the loss of Muriel Ethier

Thu, 05 Jan 2006 19:00:00 -0500

'She was a member's member, always speaking truth to power.' - James Clancy