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

^{PSAC Conferences and Call Outs}

REGISTRATION: DEADLINE September 12, 2022

^Registration

^{Member Endorsement}

Hello all,

Hope you are enjoying summer so far.

I am emailing because the GTA Pride Committee is looking for folks who self-identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ to attend meetings and participate.

The next meeting is scheduled for October 12 at 6pm. RSVP is required to obtain the meeting link.

Please share it widely!

— 

Antonietta/ Netta Coccaro (they/them)
2SLGBTQIA+ Representative
PSAC Ontario Council
e. lgbtq2plus.rep.ontariocouncil@gmail.com
w. https://ontario.psac.com/council-members/

Columbia Employee Store Invitation Details:

• Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) offer is valid August 12th – September 4th!
• Store is stocked with current season products from our family of brands – Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL and prAna – items are priced up to 50% off retail.
• For store access, please provide your digital invite (printed or shown on your mobile device) + proof of affiliation / membership
• Invitees can bring up to four additional guests with each visit
• This offer is for store access (not valid online)
• Summer Sale going on now! Save up to an ADDITIONAL 40% off select styles, while supplies last!

From our local, Thu Trinh and Ismael Sanchez were in attendance as delegates at the CEIU Ontario Human Rights/Race Relations Training & Conference. Thu and Ismael are on the CEIU Racialized Action Committee (RAC), they had a successful 3 days at the conference. RAC worked hard to put forth 6 resolutions and they were all passed. If you’re interested about the 6 resolutions, feel free to reach out to Thu, Ismael or ceiu.on.racommittee@gmail.com.

Here’s a snap shot of some activities at the conference: from display tables to guest speakers to belonging circles to resolutions writing to Indigenous workshop and a memorable evening event.

Greetings PSAC Ontario Members, 

With mobilization ramping up in the Fall, we are organizing to win a fair collective agreement for Treasury Board members! In this workshop, you will learn about the essential role of striking for collective bargaining, strike structures and logistics, and be better equipped to have conversations with your coworkers about the importance of escalation in mobilization activities. 

We hope you can join us for the “Striking During a Pandemic” on August 30 from 12:30 – 4pm. Registration is limited and there is paid leave available for participants to attend. Register here: https://psac-afpc.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5AqdeiprTMoGNGmazDxuPdsW9VZRGpNLaHo. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to PSAC_London_Mail@psac-afpc.com. 

In Solidarity, 

PSAC Ontario