Potential Strike- Summary of info

In the interest of providing members with the most information possible, we wanted to share the following information should we go on strike tomorrow.

PICKET LOCATIONS

You can check out the Picket Line Finder.

Workers can’t wait

Workers can’t wait

It will give you a list of picket locations near you simply by entering a city or postal code!

(you can attend closest line to you)

MEMBERS IN ESSENTIAL POSITIONS

As someone who has been designated essential, you must report for work like you would generally. However, should you have to cross a picket line, remember to have your Essential letter with you, as well as ID. (Paper letter or on your phone)

If you want to support your striking colleagues, there are many things you can do. You can drop by the line on unpaid breaks, you can also show your support with buttons or virtual backgrounds. Most importantly, do not take on any work tasks that you would not on a regular basis. Have some doubts about work – talk to a picket captain or union representative.

STRIKE PAY

PSAC sent an e-mail to all members who had a personal e-mail address on file with a link to sign up for e-transfer payments of strike pay.

As we have outlined in previous e-mails – PSAC provides 75$/day and CEIU provides 50$/day for a total of 125$/day. This amount is non-taxable.

If you have signed up for PSAC’s e-transfer – no further action is required for CEIU’s e-transfer.

The PSAC sign up automatically signs you up to CEIU’s as well.

Should you choose to not get strike pay via e-transfer, CEIU does not have the capacity to print cheques on the picket line – and thus your CEIU strike pay will be delayed.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Should you require an accommodation because you cannot be on the picket line for reasons of disability or other – please reach out to your PSAC Regional Office.

London RO 519-659-1124

PSAC is responsible for the picket lines and thus set the accommodations.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

PSAC currently has an extensive list of frequently asked questions that you can check out here!
https://psacunion.ca/strike-faq

Lastly – keep in mind – if you have not received your e-mail for e-transfer or your bar code- Go to the nearest picket line and they will get you all set up! All you need is your PSAC ID