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In solidarity,

CEIU Local 581

Dear London Region PSAC Members, 

There is an upcoming in-person Talking Union Basics (TUB) at the London Regional Office (401-244 Pall Mall Street) on September 23 and 24 from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Talking Union Basics is the union’s key “introductory” education event. It’s ideal for those who want to learn more about what it means to be a union member and how PSAC works. It is the prerequisite for all advanced education.

Attendees are entitled to loss of salary and travel reimbursement under the applicable policies. Find the registration link here: https://ontario.psac.com/courses/talking-union-basics-london/. Deadline to register is September 14. Please note that the course will not only run if the minimum number of participants register. 

If you have any questions, please contact the London Regional Office (London_RO@psac-afpc.com). 

In Solidarity,

PSAC, Ontario

September 2, 2022

At PSAC’s national convention this year, members worked together to pass a progressive budget, and several resolutions, to build on the important work of our union in bargaining, organizing, human rights and mobilization. 

As a result, PSAC members approved a small dues increase of 0.17$ per month per member starting September 1 to fund the ongoing work of our union on the issues that matter most to workers. This change reflects an increase in the dues rate to 0.9593% from 0.9557% as a percentage of PSAC members’ salary.  

This change will help PSAC continue its critical work of negotiating fair wages that keep up with the rising cost of living, supporting members in the workplace, fighting to dismantle systemic racism and harassment, and funding a national triennial young workers’ conference.  

To learn more about this dues rate change and how to calculate your union dues, you can check out our breakdown of PSAC’s union dues and our frequently asked questions.  

Northern components use a different dues structure. For more details, please contact your component representative with the Yukon Employees Union, the Union of Northern Workers or the Nunavut Employees Union.

Greetings Members!

PSAC London Area Council and the London and District Labour Council is proud to invite you to a family friendly Labour Day event:

Monday, September 05, 2022 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Springbank Park Site F1085 Commissioners Road West
It has been a challenging time for workers, unions, and communities.  The labour movement in Ontario has fought hard against the unprecedented attacks on workers’ rights, and to ensure the health and safety measures required to keep workers and families safe.  Labour Day plays a critical moment in our movement’s calendar. It represents the coming together of workers to celebrate our collective victories and to continue to advance our efforts to improve the lives of all workers and communities.

The global pandemic has shone a harsh light on society’s inequalities which the labour movement has long fought to address. Our Labour Day 2022 theme is “Forward Together: This is our moment”. 

for more information see: https://londonlabour.ca/events/labour-day-in-london-2022-this-is-our-moment/

Good day everyone:

On behalf of the collective bargaining committee CBC, we have a limited number of mugs that we wish to distribute to those people that will be willing and able to use their mugs while on camera. These mugs are specific to people in processing so that when you have team meetings you are on camera showing your support to our Bargaining team and solidarity in our collective efforts.  You are agreeing to use/display the mug prominently while on camera on teams for meetings you have with management and your teams.   

As this is a vast province, getting them into everybody’s hands may not be as easy as we initially thought. We are reaching out to you the Presidents and asking that you please submit this e-mail to your processing local members, for them to respond with their mailing address as to where they want the mug sent.

Mugs will be distributed on a first come first served basis

Please fill out below and submit back no later than August 19 2022 to: oninfo@ceiu-seic.ca

Right-hand English facing/left hand French facing ____          OR

Right-hand French facing/Left hand English facing ____

Local: 

Name: ___________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________

Did you know, we’re on Facebook, please join us at CEIU Collective Bargaining Committee and show your support

TOGETHER WE BARGAIN

On behalf of The Collective Bargaining Committee

Lisa Prescott                                  

Chair of Collective Bargaining Committee

Dear London Region members, 

This is a friendly reminder of the upcoming London Regional Women’s Committee. Please join us in this virtual meeting on Tuesday, August 16 @ 6:30-8:30pmto meet activists working for gender equity, elect a committee Treasurer, and vote on resolutions for the upcoming Ontario Regional Women’s Conference.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/2p9yuvxu

In Solidarity,

PSAC, Ontario

August 8, 2022

PSAC has successfully negotiated long overdue improvements to the Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP), which provides benefits to most federal public service workers and retirees.  

As part of the agreement, PSAC secured improvements to vision care and massage therapy benefits. Plan members will also see a major increase to psychological services, as well as an expansion of eligible psychological practitioners covered. Acupuncture will now be covered when performed by a licensed acupuncturist, and a prescription will no longer be required to access paramedical benefits like massage therapy or chiropractic treatment. 

PSAC also won a significant victory to protect the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ members, increasing coverage for gender-affirming care and procedures. 

These improvements reflect priorities identified by PSAC’s membership during a comprehensive survey. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2023. 

The PSHCP hadn’t been reviewed since 2006 and needed significant updates, especially to reflect increased health care service costs. 

PSAC negotiates the health care plan directly with Treasury Board, alongside other bargaining agents of the National Joint Council  and the National Association of Federal Retirees, representing retired members. This is done outside the regular bargaining process for collective agreements. This final agreement is subject to Treasury Board approval. 

See below link for detailed list of benefits improvements.

https://psacunion.ca/victory-psac-secures-important-gains-new-public

This is a critical round of bargaining for thousands of PSAC members with soaring costs of living, demands for remote work and better work-life balance, and strong calls for equity in the workplace.

Member engagement is more important than ever, and we rely on people-power to win a fair collective agreement.

Fill out this quick survey to get involved at this vital time:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpD9n_xCfzXi-p7q1uD7dkqaMcoKblMSszVDtKMtsKtJgBaQ/viewform?fbzx=6303923637177965290

PSAC Ontario is inviting Members to register

for PSAC Ontario Fall Advance School 2022

Date: November 16-20, 2022
Location: Sheraton Parkway Toronto North, 600 Highway 7, Toronto ON

There are four courses to choose from this year:

• Political and Social Activism – Advancing and Defending Human Rights and Workers Rights
• Unionism on Turtle Island
• Advance Duty to Accommodate
• Advanced Representation for Stewards

Come meet fellow union members, activists and leaders and participate in building your union, your community and your world.

For more Information, please follow the links provided:

Call Out Letter

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REGISTRATION: DEADLINE September 12, 2022

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