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Sault Ste Marie Regional Women's Committee Hosts a Memorial Tea, December 6, 2009
A memorial Tea was held at Riuniti Hall in Sault Ste Marie to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre. Twenty years has passed and violence against women still continues. After this crime was committed, men and women turned their grief into action. Education has become a big part of the PSAC Regional Women's mandate.
This was the first time that Unions in Sault Ste Marie worked together collaboratively to work for a common good. Approximately 80 men, women and children attended the event with 14 candles burning each having an engineering ring on it.
Guest speakers included Tonie Scobie who gave an emotional recount of personal abuse and violence, Brenda Coombs who spoke about her professional experiences as the director of the women's shelter First Nations, and Sarah Broad gave a youth perspective on the impacts of violence and the education that is so crucial.
In Solidarity,
Connie Lento
Chair, Sault Ste Marie Regional Women's Committee
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January 8, 2010
PSAC Ontario Reflections 2009
To: PSAC Ontario Members
Dear Sisters and Brothers,
Below please find a link to the video PSAC Ontario Reflections 2009, celebrating our work, activism and accomplishments in 2009. The video highlights a sample of the many events and actions that PSAC members across the region organized and engaged in during the year and it is one of many such projects that we intend on producing in the coming period.
The link for the video on You Tube is -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHPcfcmYgpI
Click here for video in Windows Media Format -
PSAC-Ontario-Reflections-2009
We realize that many important events did not make it into this particular video, but rest assured that we will highlight your events in future projects. Just send photos of your actions to: dudard@psac.com or husseih@psac.com with a little note describing the event.
Happy 2010 from all of the PSAC Staff in the Ontario Region.
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
REVP Ontario Region hosts a Chinese Trade Union Delegation
PSAC Ontario REVP, Brother Gerry Halabecki and Ontario Regional Coordinator, Brother Chris Wilson hosted a 14 member trade union delegation from China at the PSAC Regional Office in Toronto in December 2009.
The All-China Federation of Trade Unions delegation included representatives from various unions within China. The purpose of the meeting of the delegation was to exchange views and learn more about the work of the PSAC and the regulation and settlement of provincial labour disputes as well as the union’s work in the areas of education and health & safety.
The Sisters and Brothers from the Chinese Labour movement were very interested in our union’s structure and priorities. We were honoured to have had the opportunity to share our experiences with them especially in a time where workers from around the world need to work together and cement the bonds of solidarity.
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December 17, 2009
2010 PSAC National Pride Conference
Dear Sisters and Brothers,
The 2010 PSAC National Pride Conference has just been posted on the PSAC website. The theme of the conference is “Equality: are we there yet?" It is to be held in Toronto from March 26-28 at the Toronto Hilton Hotel. By way of this call out, I encourage all to register to strengthen our solidarity. The deadline for registration is Friday, Jan. 15, 2010 and also the deadline for resolution submissions. The registration package is on line at www.psac-afpc.com. Delegate and observer seats are limited, so please register today. Please check the PSAC website periodically for more information.
This is a great chance for you to help strengthen solidarity, to become more informed on GLBT issues, and have a voice. Please apply today.
In Solidarity and Pride,
Karen Church
GLBT Rep.
PSAC Ontario Regional Council
December 16, 2009
Sudbury - Duty to Accomodate Course Participants Support Picket
On Day 1 of the Sudbury RO Advanced Duty to Accommodate course Brothers and Sisters joined in solidarity with the USW 6500 picket line at Coppercliff. Ontario Council members Brother Rejean Amyotte and Blair Chalk, and CEIU Northern District Representative Laura St-Jean were on hand to present a monetary donation collected by the DTA participants and their Locals. The USW 6500 members appreciated the presence of PSAC at the picket line and will last "one day longer" then VALE.
November 30, 2009
PSAC National Health & Safety Conference
Over 40 Ontario members from a variety of components and locals attended the three day national Health and Safety Conference in Montreal.The conference dealt with a number of important issues facing our members such as the Enforcement of Health and Safety Legislation, Environmental and Think Public issues, andHarassment.Members also debated and passed a number of resolutions, some of which will go on to the PSAC Triennial Convention.
| Angela Fairweather Regional Health & Safety Representative Ontario |
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November 27, 2009
Nipigon Nylons
The Thunder Bay and Northwest Ontario PSAC Area Council, along with donations from NHU 00035, CEIU 623 and UTE 00020 sent over 400 pairs of wool socks to Ottawa in a unique show of solidarity with fellow PSAC members in their eighth week of their strike. The socks were each tagged with a message from the Council that read, "Nipigon Nylons are unique to Northwest Ontario. Nipigon is a small town about 110 kilometres NW of Thunder Bay that has trademarked the name of these unique to us, but ordinary to you, wool work socks. History buffs say the “nylons” handle developed over a century ago, when Nipigon women in poorly-heated houses would fight the cold by putting socks on right over their shoes, both keeping warm and dusting the floor at the same time. As the story goes, in the old days women would wear their Nipigon Nylon wool socks under their long dresses in attempts to stay warm. They also wore them to local dances where there was, inevitably, no heat. These stories depict the spirit of the strong, pioneer men and women of the North. In the hardest of economic times some humour and fun makes the idea catchy for the nippy times. Despite the local name fame , they are called by name in the North, all provinces and can even be heard being referred to as Nipigon Nylons through the US. May these Nipigon Nylons keep your heart and spirits warm with solidarity and your feet toasty as you continue your struggle.
In solidarity, Thunder Bay and Northwest Ontario Area Council.”
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In the picture to the left - Jenn Kovax, Cathy Harasym, Sandra Goodick - Developmental Regional Representative, Debbie Linkletter and Judith Monteith-Farrell Thunder Bay PSAC Regional Representative tag and pack “Nipigon Nylons” for the striking Ottawa Museum members |
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November 17, 2009
PSAC Forming Committees Meeting - Barrie/Area - November 24
Click here to see meeting poster/invite in [Word] or [PDF].
November 10, 2009
| To: | Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Locals / Branches |
| From: | Gerry Halabecki, REVP Ontario |
| cc: | Ontario Council |
Greetings Sisters and Brothers:
The PSAC Ontario Region will be holding an Aboriginal Educational Session on December 9th and 10th, 2009 at the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto open to members who self-identify as Aboriginal in the Greater Toronto Area. The focus of the Session is to build on PSAC Ontario Region Aboriginal members’ activism at all levels within our Union (i.e. from local activist to elected leadership) and Community (i.e. social justice and political activism). The objectives of the Aboriginal Educational Session will be:
- To develop and implement strategies which build the capacities of PSAC (Ontario) Aboriginal Committees to: (a) network within and across Regional Offices service areas (b) advocate within PSAC by learning how to navigate the structure of the Union and (c) engage in PSAC activities and broader political and social justice campaigns.
- To build a relationship of reciprocity and trust where Aboriginal members see themselves as integral to the Union.
This session is scheduled to begin at 9:30 am sharp on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 and will close on Thursday, December 10th, 2009 at 4:00 pm. Hotel accommodations in Toronto will be made once your participation has been confirmed.
There is a maximum of twenty (20) spots to be filled on first come first serve basis. Two applications from the same local will be accepted pending availability.
Applications must be submitted no later than November 30th, 2009
* Click here for application form *
Please note: This is a SCENT-FREE Conference
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki |
Kevin Nadjiwon |
November 6, 2009
New PSAC members
PSAC continues its successful organizing drive in Canadian universities. »
November 3, 2009
PSAC Ontario’s First Directly Chartered Local Conference
Toronto: October 22-25, 2009
The PSAC Ontario’s First Directly Chartered Local (DCL) Conference was held in Toronto from October 22 to 25, with representation from 13 DCL’s from across the Ontario Region. Throughout the four day Conference, delegates participated in a variety of panels and engaged in lively debates which focused on the important role of DCL’s in our union and the need to build strong local collectives.
Delegates also partook in a number of workshops and forums that covered issues such as: collective bargaining, health & safety, problem solving in the workplace, union organizing and political campaigns. Conference delegates took this opportunity to network with other DCL’s from across the region.
In his address to delegates, Brother John Gordon, PSAC National President, spoke of the importance of DCL’s (as a complimentary structure to existing components) within the broader PSAC family. He acknowledged that DCL’s bring increased diversity and strength into our union and the broader labour movement. Brother Gerry Halabecki, Ontario Regional Executive Vice-President, spoke of the gains we have made in organizing DCL’s over the past decade. He asserted that building strong DCL’s and integrating them into the PSAC remains priority for our union.
The conference ended on a high note. Delegates returned to their communities and locals equipped with new knowledge, tools, and energy to build vibrant union locals, safer workplaces and stronger communities.
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October 27, 2009
Mental Illness Awareness Statement
Mental Illness Awareness
A Statement of the Equity & Human Rights Committee,
PSAC Ontario Council
Being in good health means more than feeling physically well, it also means feeling mentally well. Maintaining emotional well being can sometimes feel like a continual balancing act.
Life is full of change, risks and challenges. Good mental or emotional health helps us find our balance and stay in control even during turbulent times. But how do we know if we are mentally healthy enough to deal with life’s up’s and down’s?
Setting aside time to focus on mental health is important to you and to those who care about you. By practicing mind and body fitness, you can nurture your mind, body and spirit in a positive and enjoyable way.
For more information on Mental Health Awareness Month, please visit the Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario at: www.ontario.cmha.ca
October 23, 2009
Museum Board Turns Away It's Own Employees
PSAC workers on strike at the Museum of Civilization and the War Museum, traveled from Ottawa to Toronto on October 20th, to send a message to the Museum Board Members who were meeting at the Royal York Hotel. Members and staff from the Ontario Region walked the line in support.
Click on link for more info News Release_Museum Workers
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Ontario Regional Council Stands Up to End Poverty
PSAC members, attending Ontario Council meeting in London, Ontario Stood Up and Took Action to End Poverty - October 17, 2009. More than 3,000 events were organized across the world with over 173 million people participating.
For more information on the Stand Against Poverty campaign, please visit www.StandAgainstPoverty.org
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October 15, 2009
Ontario Council Alternate By-Election Results
I am pleased to announce that Souad Soubra is the successful candidate as a result of the Alternate Members with Disabilities Representative by-election for PSAC’s Ontario Council. Congratulations Souad!
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
October 6, 2009
Have your Say!
Answer the Ontario Region NJC Living Cost Differential Survey »
Sept. 30, 2009
Ontario Council Meeting - October 17-18, 2009 - London
To: All Members of the Ontario Region
From: Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Re: PSAC Ontario Council Meetings
I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to observe the upcoming PSAC Ontario Council meeting, scheduled for October 17th – 18th, 2009 in London, Ontario at the Ivey Spencer Leadership Center, @ 551 Windermere Road http://spencerleadershipcentre.dolce.com. Our hours of sitting are: Saturday, October 17th from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, October 18th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are, or will be in the London area and would like to attend, please consider doing so. We would ask however that you RSVP your attendance to my Executive Assistant Rita Cantalini @ (416) 285-3558 ext 232 or email @ cantalr@psac.com no later than Wednesday, October 14th, 2009.
This event is a scent-free environment. I look forward to seeing you in London!
Click here for Draft Agenda [Word] [PDF]
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki,
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
Sept. 11, 2009
Fix Our World Festival - Hamilton - Sept. 4-6, 2009
PSAC Ontario Sponsors 2nd Annual Fix Our World Festival held in Hamilton on the Labour Day Weekend in support of Make Poverty History, AIDS, Environment and Peace, and to promote and speak about the importance of quality public services.
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Sept. 11, 2009
Labour Day Hamilton 2009
High turnout of PSAC members at Hamilton Labour Day Parade helps set record attendance at holiday parade and picnic that was held afterwards at Dundurn Park.
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Sept. 9, 2009
Lessons Learned - Queen's Campaign
The new issue of Our Times magazine has an article written by graduate students at Queen's University who were involved in PSAC's most recent attempt to organize Teaching Assistants and Teaching Fellows at Queen's. Our Times is a progressive independent voice for Labour that is available online at: http://www.ourtimes.ca/.
The attached article is a fascinating "lessons learned" piece with lots of positive things to say about how PSAC ran the campaign and the solidarity demonstrated among graduate students. read article >>
In solidarity,
Christopher Wilson,
Regional Coordinator, Ontario
Sept. 8, 2009
Ontario Region Education Program
Ontario Region's Fall Regional Office Schedules are now posted on our Education Page at http://ontario.psac.com/ontario/education/education.shtml
The Ontario Region Education Program is offering an Ontario wide Union Development Program (Advanced Leadership Program) as well as geographically-based offerings by Regional Office which include one advanced in-residence course as well as basic courses which may include our introductory Talking Union Basics course.
PSAC's education programs provide opportunities for union members to sharpen skills, build solidarity and network with like-minded activists.
Union education trains activists to struggle for workers' rights and promote social justice in the broader community.
PSAC has lots of opportunities for members to learn about how to take a more active role in their union.
People tell us that all it takes is one course to get hooked on union education.
Please check-out your Regional Office's Fall Schedule today and register for a course for yourself and encourage other members to apply also for a unique learning opportunity.
Contact your Regional Office for more information.
Hope to see you in a PSAC class-room this fall!
Sept. 2, 2009
Labour Day Address from the Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario to all PSAC Members
Sisters and Brothers,
One year ago, when we last celebrated Labour Day, little did we know that we were on the eve of a major global economic crisis that did not seem to be ending anytime soon. As we are set to celebrate our victories on this Labour Day, we must also take stock of the fact that the picture for working people, their families and their communities is far from ideal.
Despite the rosy picture that some of our politicians like to paint, this economic crisis has led to the loss of over 500,000 thousand jobs this year alone, and there is no end in sight to further job losses.
To add insult to injury, about half of the recently unemployed Canadians are left to fend for themselves, as they are not eligible to benefit from an EI system that was supposed to help them in exactly these hard times. And what’s the excuse when the EI fund has generated a $50 Billion surplus! To make matters worse, many working Canadians saw their hard-earned savings disappear during the stock market deflation and corporate bankruptcies that resulted from the economic crisis.
Sisters and brothers, among the people hit hardest by this economic crisis are our youth, whose unemployment figures are at least double the number for the rest of the population. Women, workers from racialized and Aboriginal communities are also bearing the brunt of an economic crisis that is not of their making.
Our manufacturing sector has been hit hard by the economic collapse and this has left whole communities in crisis as they try to cope with the loss of well-paying, unionized jobs.
But crises always create room for opportunities. This government and its corporate supporters refuse to use this opportunity to re-examine the failed economic policies that led us to where we are today, and take appropriate action to deal with the crisis. Instead they see opportunities to extract more concessions from workers and their families. The Harper government has used the financial crisis as an excuse to attack the public sector by legislating and rolling back negotiated wage increases and eliminating the right to pay equity for federal public sector workers.
Governments see opportunities to attack the very public services that individuals and communities depend on. And rather than support communities during this economic storm, our governments are busy transferring money from your pockets to corporations, by means of tax cuts, contracting out, privatizations and so called Public-Private Partnerships or P3s.
In the midst of all this gloomy news and setbacks, working people and their unions do see the opportunity to expose those that led us to this crisis, internationally as well as here in Canada. We also see opportunities on this Labour Day to work with our community allies in building a more just society for all of us.
The PSAC’s Think Public campaign is anchored in our recognition that Quality Public Services are essential in building strong economies and inclusive societies. In concrete terms, this means demanding that our government abandon de-regulation; re-invest in public services; act quickly to redress the growing poverty and inequality gap; and respect and recognize that workers rights are human rights.
Sisters and brothers, we recognize that our rights were not handed to us on a silver platter, but resulted from the hard work of unions, social movements, and progressive forces in communities big and small. Today, working people are once again fighting back in defense of:
-hard-won gains like our pensions, EI, and decent wages;
-quality public services;
-equity in the workplace;
- they are also fighting for viable and sustainable communities of the future.
On this Labour Day let us celebrate our historic achievements and victories but be prepared to fightback in defense of the very rights and services that working families and communities need now more than ever.
Think Public.
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
Click here for the CLC Labour Day Statement
Sept. 2, 2009
Labour Day 2009
Labour Day is just around the corner. It is a day where we celebrate the struggles and successes of the labour movement without forgetting where we have been and where we want to go.
We see workers come together to bring positive changes in their everyday lives not only at the workplace, but in our communities and globally. Through solidarity, our fights and struggles bring about better collective agreements and working conditions can be achieved, and our social safety net in Ontario can be sustained.
This year PSAC Ontario is sponsoring Labour Day related activities in 16 different communities. Please contact your PSAC Regional Office for an event near you. Let’s make this the best Labour Day ever!
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London (Sept 3 Bar-B-Q) |
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Toronto (pdf) |
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Fix Our World in Hamilton from Sept 4 - 6, 2009 |
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In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
August 27, 2009
Rally to Support Terminated CEP members - Thurs. August 27
On Thursday, August 27, 2009 PSAC members and staff participated in the Rally in support of the 61 Toronto Dominion Centre employees who were LOCKED OUT by the employer, Cadillac Fairview on June 14, 2009, and were TERMINATED by the employer on July 14, 2009. These workers are members of CEP Local 2003 and are maintaining a daily picket line at 66 Wellington Street West between Bay Street and York Street. The TD Centre is basically one block straight north of the Union Station. PSAC locals & members are encouraged to provide support to the lines.
 Norm Murray, National Vice-President, Immigration and Refugee Board and Roula Kourounis, President CEIU Local 645 |
 Norm Murray, National Vice-President, Immigration and Refugee Board discusses worker issues with Bob Huget, Vice-President CEP |
 Picket line across the TD Centre Parking Garage entrance/Exit at 66 Wellington Street West |
 Picket line across the TD Centre Parking Garage entrance/Exit at 66 Wellington Street West |
August 26, 2009
PSAC Ontario invites members to help Fix Our World in Hamilton from Sept 4 - 6, 2009
WARNING: THIS EVENT IS GOOD FOR YOUR HEART
Click here for poster
Become a part of the Movement by attending the 2nd Annual FIX OUR WORLD FESTIVAL.
INVITATION: Please join PSAC Ontario as we are Celebrating Public Services this Labour Day Weekend in Hamilton and Sponsoring this Free Family Festival.
WHAT: Benefit Music Concert with Celebrity Guests, Games, Workshops, Exhibits, and much more.
WHEN: Sept 4 - 6, 2009
WHERE: Pier 4 Park, Hamilton, Ontario Click here for directions
COST: Free Admission
SUPPORTING: Environment, Make Poverty History, Peace and AIDS.
VOLUNTEERS: We are asking PSAC members to Volunteer to help us Fix Our World at the Festival on Saturday, Sep 5th and/or Sunday, Sep 6th (for 4 hours) between Noon and 7:00 p.m. by promoting Quality Public Services. The names of all volunteers will be entered in a draw for 2 Blue Jays baseball tickets ($85 value) for the September 23rd game at the Rogers Centre.
GIVEAWAYS: The PSAC Hamilton Area Council have graciously provided a 10 x 20 foot Booth for the Festival and we will be handing out Public Services are Cool Frisbees, Fans, Pens, Tattoos and other promotional items to the public.
CONTACT: Anyone interested in volunteering, please contact Don Dudar at the PSAC Toronto Regional Office at (416) 485-3558 ext. 247 or 1-800-354-9086 or by email at dudard@psac.com.
For more information, visit website:
http://fixourworld.ning.com/events/2nd-annual-fix-our-world
MAKE IT A GREAT WORLD!
August 17, 2009
Ontario Council Alternate By-Elections
I am pleased to announce that Joshua Tang is the successful candidate as a result of the Alternate Young Workers Representative by-election for PSAC’s Ontario Council. Congratulations Josh!
I am also pleased to announce that Veronica Eastman is the successful candidate as a result of the Alternate Racially Visible Representative by-election for PSAC’s Ontario Council Congratulations Veronica!
We have also counted the first ballot for the Alternate to the Members with Disabilities Representative and we will be proceeding with the second ballot.
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
August 14 , 2009
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Fall is a busy time where government business returns to full strength following summer holidays and training and education opportunities for employees are ramping up for the last half of the fiscal year. The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat – Public Service Alliance of Canada Joint Learning Program (JLP) encourages you to consider their workshops as you continue to plan your Fall and Winter learning activities.
As your Regional Field Coordinators for the Ontario/Eastern Arctic region, our goal is to help departments and agencies contribute to the improvement of labour relations and to increase the understanding of the roles of union and management in the workplace by jointly developing and delivering training in areas of mutual interest. The JLP demonstrates how both parties can together have a positive influence in the workplace and, ultimately, provide better service to Canadians.
Our Workshops
Using two-person facilitation teams comprised of employer-nominated and union-nominated employee peer facilitators, we deliver high quality workshops featuring an experiential learning model in the following topics:
Anti-Harassment - Equips individual employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to proactively and effectively advocate for a healthy, harassment-free workplace
Collective Agreement Interpretation - Enhances the participants understanding of what a collective agreement is, what it contains and how to interpret it, followed by an introduction to an easy four-step approach to interpretation
Employment Equity - Familiarizes employees with the purpose and benefits of the Employment Equity Act and examines the myths and realities associated with its implementation
Respecting Differences and Anti-Discrimination - Building an inclusive environment means more than being aware of differences and practicing civility in our working relationships. This session examines what is meant by diversity and why "diversity competence" is an individual and organizational necessity
Union-Management Consultation - This session is tailored for Union-Management Consultation Committees that want to be on the leading edge of the transformation and modernization of union management relations in the federal public service
Working Together
Whether your department or workplace objective is to take steps to create a healthy workplace, improve employee morale following your Public Service Employee Survey results or to seek out meaningful learning opportunities for your employees, or you may be a local union executive that have identified challenges and obstacles, the JLP can help. A unique characteristic of the JLP is that workshops are delivered to groups consisting of both union and management participants. It is also facilitated by both union and management. This is an exciting opportunity to promote effective union-management relations in a tangible way. Our workshops are delivered to Public Service Alliance of Canada members throughout federal departments and agencies at your workplace free of charge. Your Regional Field Coordinators will provide guidance to workshop organizers in preparation of the budget to coordinate delivery.
Next Steps
Feel free to contact your Regional Field Coordinators Romeo Jackson (Union) and Karen Alexander (Employer) for information on how to bring the JLP to your workplace, department or agency. We can meet with your Union-Management Committee or make a short presentation to your management team to discuss what the JLP can do for you. As a department, you can support the program by promoting it in your organization, putting it on the agenda of your next management or union meeting, organizing JLP events, and encouraging your employees to become facilitators.
Romeo Jackson |
Karen Alexander Regional Field Coordinator – Employer Phone: 416-954-4320 E-mail: alexank@psac.com |
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July 27, 2009
PFLAG Canada - Gay Day at Canada's Wonderland
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
Attached is an invitation and flyer from the "Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays Canada" for those GLBT PSAC members to participate at Canada's Wonderland on Saturday, August 29th, 2009. A special rate of $43 has been arranged which includes a buffet lunch. Show your solidarity and pride by participating at this event.
Click here for PFLAG Canada Email
Click here for PFLAG Canada Flyer
In Solidarity & Pride,
Karen Church
Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual and Transgendered Members
PSAC Ontario Council
kc_bm@yahoo.com
July 24, 2009
Union Development Program Announced
Deadline to apply is October 2, 2009
Please click here to see full details - UDP Education Page
July 17, 2009
Why Does Education Matter?
Read about PSAC's Education programs - opportunities for union members to sharpen skills, build solidarity and network with like-minded activists in the latest Union Update (June, 2009).
Find out about our new E-Learning Program, our Union Development Program, and learn about our basic and advanced courses that we offer.
Click here to read the Union Update -
Spotlight on PSAC Education - June 2009
July 7, 2009
Ontario Young Workers Conference 2009
From June 12th-14th of 2009 Young Workers from across the PSAC Ontario Region participated in the first Young Workers Conference (YWC), held at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. Gerry Halabecki, REVP Ontario, and Ryan Ayers, Ontario Council Young Worker Representative, welcomed participants from across the Ontario Region. The three days provided a space for Young Workers to expand their knowledge on the PSAC and social justice movement by engaging in diverse learning methods. This became a learning exchange that would see participants taking on active roles within the PSAC. On the final day the Young Workers developed a strategy towards 2015 by listing recommendations for the PSAC.
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June 30, 2009
Summer Student Employment Opportunity
If you believe in workplace rights and equality, maybe working for the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) is for you. PSAC is seeking a summer student organizer to work either in Toronto or London depending upon the successful candidates preferred work location. Summer student organizers are paid at a rate of $16.50 / hour to support PSAC's right the organize and Think Public campaigns. Summer Student Organizers will have student employees, casual employees and general public sign petitions and the like in support of PSAC's court challenge to win the right for students to unionize and also distribute Think Public materials in support of quality public services. This position will provide an exciting opportunity to become involved in the labour and social justice movements.
Click here for complete details of posting and application procedure (PDF)
June 26, 2009
Rainbow Health Ontario Wants to Hear from You!
Rainbow Health Ontario, a new province wide program designed to improve access to services and to promote the health of Ontario's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgendered, two-spirit, intersex and/or queer (herein referred to as LGBT) communities, invites you to participate in an initiative to assess how to support and increase capacity for LGBT community based research (CBR) in Ontario. For the purpose of this survey, we are defining CBR as research that is "conducted by, for or with the participation of community members…Community- based research aims not merely to advance understanding, but also to ensure that knowledge contributes to making a concrete and constructive difference in the world." (Loka Institute Website, June 2001).
This survey asks questions about LGBT CBR activities conducted by a diverse range of individuals and organizations across Ontario, including but not limited to LGBT organizations, other organizations who work with LGBT communities, and LGBT community members and/or allies who have contributed to LGBT CBR. The survey questions will help to illustrate the range of LGBT CBR initiatives across Ontario, and highlight the existing capacity of our communities to engage in meaningful research to improve health and wellness. This survey will also ask questions regarding the barriers to LGBT CBR, and attempt to identify ways in which RHO can support and improve the capacity for LGBT CBR in Ontario. It should take you approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.
Please note that this survey is not intended for university-based researchers. If you are interested in leaning more about Rainbow Health Ontario's network of university-based researchers, please contact Loralee Gillis at lgillis@rainbowheal thontario. ca
Please also note that the deadline for this survey is Wednesday July 8th, 2009. For more information please contact Kira Abelsohn at kabelsohn@rainbowhe althontario. ca.
To access the survey, please follow this link:
http://www.surveymo nkey.com/ s.aspx?sm= UQ9krJ3lfhWeMYZ_ 2bUeZVHw_ 3d_3d
Thank-you! In Solidarity,
Karen Church
GLBT Ontario Council Representative
Public Service Alliance of Canada
June 25, 2009
Akwesasne Teachers Ratify First Tentative Agreement with Mohawk Council
Akwesasne – Teachers in Akwesasne represented by PSAC ratified a first tentative agreement with the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne on Wednesday June 24, 2009. The agreement will expire August 31, 2011. It provides Akwesasne teachers with improvements to workplace rights, working conditions, and salaries.
Click here for the full story -
http://psac.com/news/2009/releases/28-0609-e.shtml
June 25, 2009
June - Pride Month
The month of June is known as Pride Month, a time of remembrance, empowerment, solidarity, and celebration of diversity.
Throughout Canada (and many parts of the world), Pride festivities are held with parades, dances, festivals, and other events to educate and express to the public the uniqueness and complexity of Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, and Transgendered (GLBT) communities.
These festivities are a means of claiming space in a public sphere to send the message that GLBT communities deserve the same rights as everyone else and should be free to live their own lives, void of judgment or hate.
The month of Pride came about after the Stonewall Rebellion on June 28, 1969. A violent police raid at the Stonewall Inn in Manhattan (a local gay bar), on this day resulted in an uprising by patrons and others in the community. The Stonewall Rebellion is cited by many as the beginning of the modern day gay movement.
The GLBT communities deal with many social challenges in everyday life. Pride month helps to express to the larger public the diverse sexual and gender identities, histories, cultures, and families of these communities so that they are better understood, supported and accepted.
On behalf of the Regional Executive Vice-President of Ontario and the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, and Transgendered Ontario Council Representative, we would like to invite all PSAC members to attend a Pride event in your community.
Pride celebrates freedom of expression, acceptance of lifestyles and welcoming of diversity and we encourage all Ontario PSAC Members to come out and celebrate with their Sisters and Brothers to the events listed below.
In Solidarity and Pride,
| Gerry Halabecki Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario Public Service Alliance of Canada |
Karen Church GLBT Ontario Council Representative Public Service Alliance of Canada |
Pride Events -
Toronto - June 19-28, 2009 www.pridetoronto.com
Windsor – August 5-9, 2009 www.windsorpride.com
London - July 24-26, 2009 www.pridelondon.ca
Hamilton - www.hamiltonpride.com
Peel – July 11-12, 2009 www.pridepeel.com
Chatham-Kent – August 24-30, 2009
June 24, 2009
Pride Statement & Brochure
Click here for -
Pride Statement-June 2009 (PDF)
Pride Flyer - 2009 (PDF)
June 16, 2009
EI Rally Was a Success!
On Saturday, June 13th @ 1:00 p.m., thousands marched from the Metro Hall at King and John Street to the Delta Chelsea on Yonge and Gerrard. PSAC members gathered in support of this campaign to fix EI, protect pensions and protect quality public services.
Here are some pics from that Rally:
 Gerry Halabecki, REVP, Ontario with Jack Layton, Leader of the NDP |
 Olivia Chow with friends |
 PSAC Members |
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June 12, 2009
Invite to all Members - Ontario Council Meeting - Toronto
I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to observe the upcoming PSAC Ontario Council meeting, scheduled for June 27th – 28th, 2009 at the PSAC Regional Office Boardroom, Toronto. Our hours of sitting are: Saturday, June 27th from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 28th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you are, or will be in the Toronto area and would like to attend, please consider doing so.
This event is a scent-free environment. Please RSVP to my Executive Assistant, Rita Cantalini @ (416) 485-3558 ext. 232.
Click here for Agenda [Word] [PDF]
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
June 11, 2009
National Day of Reconciliation
The PSAC joins the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) on Parliament Hill, June 11 at noon to mark the National Day of Reconciliation one year after Canada's apology for its treatment of Aboriginal Peoples who suffered the impact of the Indian Residential School system. For more information on activities happening throughout the Day, visit: www.afn.ca
June 4, 2009
USGE - Farming Matters Campaign
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
I am writing to request your assistance in supporting the Farming Matters Campaign. Did you know that farm programs with Canada's minimum-security penal institutions extends back to the late 19th century! I strongly urge you to send a message to Stephen Harper to ensure we have a safe, secure and sustainable food supply. By logging onto the website: http://www.saveourfarms.ca/ you can support the campaign and sign the electronic petition.
Please ensure to widest distribution amongst your respective membership and constituency groups.
Thanking you in advance, I remain,
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
June 4, 2009
OFL - Drive to Work Campaign
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) currently has a "Drive to Work" province wide campaign underway. It is a tour which is geared around how the recession is affecting working people like you and I. Along the way, stories are emerging on the need to preserve and create good jobs and maintaining strong quality public services.
I strongly urge you to get involved and participate in this campaign. It is being launched in Kenora and Oshawa on June 8th and will end in Toronto on June 25th. This Caravan will be flying OFL flags and DRV2WRK flags, please join the OFL for part of the trip or the whole 3,000 km. (attach flyer) For current information as the Drive to Work Campaign tours over 50 cities in Ontario and over 100 planned events, find out more by visiting their website @ www.drivetowork.ca.
Your support is greatly welcomed. I would appreciate if you would kindly disseminate this information to your respective membership and constituency groups. Be present and be heard when the Caravan tours your city.
Thanking you in advance, I remain,
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
June 2, 2009
Important Rally - Saturday, June 13th, 2009
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
I seek your attendance at an important Rally scheduled on Saturday, June 13th @ 1:00 p.m., downtown Toronto at Metro Hall located at King and John Street. This campaign is organized by the Canadian Labour Congress, the Toronto & York Region Labour Council and the Good Jobs for All Coalition. It is crucial that we seek your participation in the aide to fix EI, protect pensions and protect quality public services.
Click here for poster
Please ensure widest distribution amongst your membership and respective constituency groups.
Thanking you in advance for your support and participation, I remain,
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
May 28, 2009
Attawapiskat School Fight in Ontario!
Attawapiskat, is the home of the Mushkegowuk (swampy) Cree that is situated on the west coast of James Bay. The community has been exposed to toxic fumes dating back to 30 years. See the u-tube video attached. More information to follow soon on how you can help and support this community.
Click to see videos:
Attawapiskat School Fight
Attawapiskat - where are the promises?
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
May 15, 2009
International Day Against Homophobia
2009 marks the 40th Anniversary of the decriminalization of homophobia in Canada.
International Day against Homophobia is May 17th.
This day is a great opportunity to celebrate rights and freedoms. It is about all people hoping for a prejudice free world. It is for all individuals seeking equality.
2009 Pride Celebrations -
Hamilton June 13-21
London July 16-26
Toronto June 19-28
Tri-Pride May 31-June 6
Windsor August 5-9
Wishing all Members of the PSAC, HAPPY PRIDE! Please celebrate with Family and Friends.
In Solidarity and Pride,
Karen Church
GLBT Representative
Ontario Regional Council
Click here for PSAC National Website Statement
Click here for OFL Statement
May 12, 2009
PSAC Ontario Council By-Elections - Extended Deadline
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
Due to low responses to our Alternate positions on the PSAC Ontario Council vacancies and requests for an extension, I have decided to extend the deadline for all 3 by-elections until May 31, 2009. All three letters have been included, please ensure widest distribution amongst your membership/constituency groups. Please feel free to contact my office with any of your questions.
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
Alternate, Members with Disabilities Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
Alternate, Young Workers Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
Alternate, Racially Visible Members Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
May 11, 2009
Negotiated settlement in sight in Akwesasne
Stewards Assembly - Solidarity in a Time of Crisis - May 7th
The Toronto and York Region Labour
Council is organizing a meeting for all Local Executives and Stewards from all unions within the GTA to deal with the economic crisis. Click here for more info
Please consider attending.
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
April 21, 2009
Petition for Workers on Strike in Philippines
Greetings Sisters & Brothers:
I am seeking your assistance - Please sign on to the linked petition.
http://www.petitiononline.com/cwpj925/petition.html
Thanking you in advance, I remain,
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
April 9, 2009
PSAC Ontario Council By-Election
As a result of recent vacancies on the PSAC Ontario Council, we are holding by-elections in accordance to the PSAC Ontario By-laws. Vacant positions are as follows:
- Alternate, Members with Disabilities Representative
- Alternate, Young Workers Representative
- Alternate, Racially Visible Members Representative
Please note that the deadline to submit Nomination Forms is May 4th, 2009.
Thanking you in advance, I remain,
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
Alternate, Members with Disabilities Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
Alternate, Young Workers Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
Alternate, Racially Visible Members Nomination Letter & Form (doc)
Unemployed workers desperately need changes made to EI!
To that end, the Canadian Labour Congress, the Toronto and York Region Labour Council and the Good Jobs For All Coalition will hold a series of EI lobby training sessions next week for community and labour activists. The purpose is to train and provide the tools to lobby our MPs
The time, locations and geographic areas are outlined below.
Please encourage your activists to attend.
For further information, please contact CLC representative Stephanie Levesque at 416-441-3710 ext 228 or at 647-248-8530.
Tuesday, April 14 Scarborough area ridings
6-8 p.m.
CEP Local 975 office
975 Kennedy Road (south of Lawrence)
Scarborough Agincourt - Jim Karygiannis
Scarborough Centre John Cannis
Scarborough Guildwood John McKay
Scarborough Rouge River Derek Lee
Scarborough Southwest Michelle Simson
Pickering Scarborough East Dan McTeague
Wednesday, April 15 North York area ridings
6:30 8 p.m.
Central Ontario Building Trades office
2088 Weston Road (north of Lawrence)
York South Weston Alan Tonks
Etobicoke North Kirsty Duncan
York Centre Ken Dryden
York West Judy Sgro
Eglinton Lawrence Joe Volpe
Thursday, April 16 Downtown ridings
6-8 p.m.
Steelworkers Hall
25 Cecil Street
Beaches East York Maria Minna
Toronto Centre Bob Rae
Etobicoke Lakeshore Michael Ignatief
Davenport Mario Silva
Etobicoke Centre Borys Wrzesnewskyj
St. Pauls Carolyn Bennett
Please Note: If you live in Willowdale, Don Valley West or Don Valley East, we will be holding a training session at the Labour Council - watch for details.
The 7th Annual Workers of Colour/Aboriginal Workers Conference -
The Economic Recession Through the Lens of Equity:
Organizing for Economic and Racial Justice
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009
OFL Building, 15 Gervais Dr.,
Registration - 8:15 am
Start - 9:00 am
This year’s conference is a continuation of the last 2 years’ theme: Equity and the Global Economy. The focus of this year will be on Organizing Strategies for Economic and Racial Justice.
Click the links below for more information and conference registration.
http://www.labourcouncil.ca/equity.html
http://www.labourcouncil.ca/WC09flyer.pdf
The PSAC has made 10 Scholarships available for PSAC Young Workers from the Aboriginal and Racially Visible community to attend this Conference.
Scholarships will cover the costs of Registrations.
Contact the Toronto Regional Office to register.
Contact Jawara Gairey, PSAC Regional Representative for more information @ 416-485-3558 x229 or email @ GaireyJ@psac-afpc.com
April 8, 2009
Ontario Health Coalition Call to Action
The McGuinty government is trying to push through the
worst hospital cuts since Mike Harris.
Ontario Fights Back on SATURDAY APRIL 18, 2009. There will be Cross Province Protests to Stop the Cuts to Our Hospitals!
Please click here to see flyer with more info and locations [PDF]
March 31, 2009
PSAC Constitution and Regulation 15
Final version adopted by the PSAC National Board of Directors - February 2009 »
Ontario Federation of Labour's (OFL) Solidarity & Pride Conference “Building Union Pride”
Greetings Sisters & Brothers,
Did you know that 2009 will mark the 40th anniversary of the decriminalization of homosexuality in Canada! The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is proud of its fight to represent LGBT workers in Ontario. Below you will find a link to their website for their “OFL Solidarity & Pride Conference - Building Union Pride" which will be held at the Grand Hotel in Toronto on May 22-24, 2009.
March 25, 2009
Public Service Health Care Plan Update
The PSHCP is the largest employer-sponsored health care plan in Canada and the process to implement a card in a plan which covers over 1.2 million people is multifaceted and the scope unprecedented. More info click here
March 18, 2009
Call Out for the Ontario Regional Health & Safety Conference 2009
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Ontario Regional Health & Safety Conference June 6-7, 2009 Marriott Courtyard Hotel 475 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON, M4Y 1X7 Click here for full details & forms |
Dear Sisters and Brothers:
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2009 Ontario Health
& Safety Conference being held June 6 & 7 at the Marriott Courtyard
Hotel, 475 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON, M4Y 1X7, 1 (800) 847-5075.
The workshops being offered at the conference are:
1. Heat and Cold Stress
2. Violence in the Workplace
3. Myth of the Careless Worker
The Conference will also include an opening plenary where there will
be speakers on various Health and Safety topics.
Delegates will be selected according to Regional representation;
priority will be given to members from Joint Health and Safety
Committees and/or Health and Safety Representatives.
The Conference is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. sharp on
Saturday, June 6, 2009 and will close at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 7,
2009. Delegates are expected to travel home at the completion of
the conference.
The Registration fee for the Conference is $75.00 per person
attending. The Registration fee is non-refundable once you have
been accepted as a participant to the conference.
- The conference budget will allow for up to 60 delegates.
- Delegates’ expenses include travel, (by the least expensive mode of travel), meals, parking and accommodations will be covered. Any leave without pay — will be subject to approval.
- For further information regarding expenses, please see the attached, 2009 Ontario Regional Health and Safety Conference Expense Policy.
- The Marriott Courtyard Hotel is a smoke free Hotel.
- Delegates are encouraged to ask their employer for Leave with Pay to attend the conference.
Deadline for Conference Registration is April 20th 2009 at 4:30 p.m.
Please Note: This is a SCENT FREE Conference
Click here for full details & forms
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
March 12, 2009
Join the Fix EI Rallies on March 16th & 25th
Click here for poster
March 9, 2009
PSAC Members Join the Fix EI Rally on March 5, 2009, 25 St. Clair
About 30 PSAC members (including the Leadership Phase I participants) and the REVP Ontario (Gerry Halabecki) and the REVP NCR (Maria Fitzpatrick) joined other unions and community partners on March 5th, at 25 St. Clair to protest against Stephen Harpers’ shameful inequities with the EI program. While Harper’s budget did announce a few changes to the EI system, it included freezing premiums and increasing the benefit period by five weeks for the next two years – PSAC maintains that this was too little to protect and support the growing numbers of unemployed workers.
Thousands of unemployed Canadians are running out of Employment Insurance (EI), and many more can’t get any benefits at all. The system has been deliberately broken, and now it needs to be fixed! Come out on March 16, at 200 Scarborough Town Centre Court.
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Click here for Demo Flyer |
March 6, 2009
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY TO ALL!
March 8th, marks International Women’s Day. We would like to wish all the women and sisters and friends of PSAC a Happy International Women’s Day!
This special day provides an opportunity to not only celebrate the progress made to advance equality for women but as well to face the challenges that lie ahead. Join us and our affiliates as we mark this special day and celebrate with the sisters/women in your life.
For Event listings in your area click here - Sault Ste. Marie
Click here for PSAC Documents:
- PSAC Declaration for International Women's Day
- The Harper Record: Sexist and Inequitable Governance
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
March 4, 2009
Rallies to Promote Changes Needed to EI
Hope to see as many of you out as possible in support of these rallies, especially those in the specific buildings being targeted. Any question feel free to contact me as always..
Dates: Thursday March 5, 2009 - 12:00 at 25 St Clair Ave E
Monday March 16, 2009 - 12:00 at 200 Town Centre Square, Scarbrough
See attached flyer and PSAC EI fact sheets for more details.
EI Fact Sheet
Demo Flyer
Please distribute widely
In Solidarity,
Bruce Flannigan
GTA Representative
PSAC Ontario Regional Council
Education Portfolio
Local President CEIU 638
http://ceiulocal638.tripod.com/
February 19, 2009
Institutionalised Injustice - The Struggle Against Impunity
Public Events
Toronto: Tuesday, February 24, 2009. 7:00 PM 25 Cecil St. (Steelworkers
Hall).
Ottawa: Saturday, February 28, 2009. 7:00 PM U. of Ottawa, Room 202
Montpetit.
Montreal: Mon., March 2, 2009. 7:00 PM Room D-R200, Pavillon Athanase David,
UQAM. 1440, rue St. Denis. (En français) read more
February 17, 2009
PSAC 2009 Scholarship Program
The PSAC 2009 Scholarship Program is again offering 15 scholarships.
February 17, 2009
Questions And Answers
Q: Is it possible to obtain a tax reduction on the $4000 lump sum payment?
A: The following are the federal and provincial income tax forms you can complete and print:
- T-1213 - Federal
Request to Reduce Tax Deductions at Source
- TP-1016 – Provincial (Québec)
Application for a Reduction in Source Deductions of Income Tax
For those who are interested, it is important that you act quickly because it can take from 20 to 30 working days at Customer Services to process the request for tax relief. You must then send the documents to Compensation Services for action. Checks could already be issued if you do not act quickly.
Reduction of tax deductions at source
Employees wishing to obtain a tax reduction on a lump sum payment of employment income must follow the procedure hereunder:
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The request must be made in writing to the Customer Services Division of the Tax Services Office of the Canada Revenue Agency and to Revenu Québec located in the employee's region.
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Employees can download a form from the aforementioned Internet sites or obtain one by telephoning their local taxation offices and requesting that a Tax Deduction Waiver request form.
(Please note that the Agency should forward its reply in writing to the employee within 4 to 6 weeks after receiving the tax deduction request form). - If the CRA approves the tax deduction reduction request, he or she will receive a letter of authorization. Upon receiving this letter, the employee must give a copy to his/her compensation advisor. No requests to reduce tax deductions will be processed without this letter.
It is important to bear in mind that, in order to receive letter waiving income tax at source from both levels of government, it may take between 4 to 6 weeks and the Compensation Department must receive copies of these letters before issuing a retroactive pay cheque. At present, we do not know the date when these retroactive pay cheques will be issued, but given how long it takes to obtain these letters, the time frame may be too short.
Some documents state that a letter of exemption is not required for amounts of under $10,000. A check was made with the Tax Services Office, which pointed out that no such exception exists for federal public servants and that the letter is compulsory, regardless of the amount.
February 11, 2009
Black History Month: the fight against discrimination continues
It is a time for PSAC members to highlight and acknowledge the immense benefits that the labour movement and Canada in general have achieved through the contributions of Black people and people of African heritage. »
February 11, 2009
Going back to our roots: A sharing on the Philippines and the Filipino people's experience with globalization and their struggle for genuine human rights.
Guest Speaker: Monica Urrutia, a member of the Philippine Women Centre of BC and staff of the Public Service Alliance of Canada who joined the Vancouver District Labour Council's (VDLC) solidarity tour to the Philippines last November 29 to December 14, 2008.
When: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Venue: University of Toronto, Bahen Centre, Room 1230
40 St. George St. (closest intersection St. George and College Streets)
Philippine Women Centre of Ontario (PWC-ON) Member of the National Alliance of Philippine Women in Canada (NAPWC) Telephone: 416-878 8772
February 6, 2009
PSAC Ontario Council Meetings
I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to observe the upcoming PSAC Ontario Council meeting, scheduled for March 7 & 8, 2009 at the PSAC Regional Office Boardroom......
Invite (word) (pdf)
Agenda (word) (pdf)
In Solidarity,
Gerry Halabecki
Regional Executive Vice-President, Ontario
Public Service Alliance of Canada
January 23, 2009
PSAC members ratify new agreements with Treasury Board
Members of the PSAC working for Treasury Board have accepted new collective agreements that contain no concessions for four bargaining units representing more than 100,000 workers. »
January 12, 2009
JLP Facilitator Orientation - February 23-27, 2009
For more details, click here
November 2008
 UPCE Ratification Vote |
For more information (bulletins, pictures, news clips, videos, etc.) on our Regional website CLICK HERE |