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Campaign launched to support women working at Elizabeth Fry Toronto negotiate contract

Help Elizabeth Fry Toronto workers get a fair contract. Send a message today.

Orange square with Women standing up for Women at Elizabeth Fry Toronto (OPSEU/NUPGE)Toronto (06 Sept. 2012) - Workers at Elizabeth Fry Toronto have been without a contract since March 31, 2011. The employer is insisting on concessions that will cut benefits and job security for casual and contract workers.

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/NUPGE), the union which represents the workers, is encouraging the concerned public to contact Elizabeth Fry Toronto's executive director Michelle Coombs with the message, "stand up for women at Elizabeth Fry Toronto!"

These workers have been trying to negotiate a fair and reasonable contract for over 15 months.

Send your email to Michelle Coombs right now! Or use this sample text and personalize your message.

Please be sure to include your name and mailing address in the body of the e-mail. It is recommended to send this email from your personal, not work, computer.

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