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NCR Council Meeting
The next meeting of the NCRC will be held at the Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites 361 Queen Street, Ottawa from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday January 28th, 2012. For more information ...
TC members: return to the bargaining table Monday, January 30, 2012
Monday, January 30, the TC bargaining team will continue bargaining on behalf of TC members. To show your solidarity and support, if you have members in your Local that belong to the following classifications, please ensure that they are informed.
DD Drafting and Illustration
EG Engineering and Scientific Support
GT General Technical
PY Photography
PI Primary Products Inspection
TI Technical Inspection
Stickers will be available at both regional offices, Ottawa (613-560-2560) and Gatineau (819-777-4647). There will also be distributed at the NCR Council Meeting, Saturday, January 28. You can also print them from the attached files.
Support the bargaining team who is working hard to protect the existing provisions of the collective agreement and to achieve improvements.
Salvation Army Strike
About 60 workers of the Salvation Army Booth Centre, at 171 George Street in Ottawa, went on strike last Friday. PSAC, the Union representing these workers, demand a wage increase, in order to provide a salary similar to those paid workers at other local shelters.
Sisters and Brothers of the NCR, these workers need your support.
Show your solidarity by joining picket lines, Monday to Sunday at the Booth Centre, 171 George Street, in Ottawa. Please call the Ottawa Regional Office 613-560-2560 for the exact hours. Difficult to free yourself from work? Please join the weekend teams. We are also asking the Locals to financially help the members of the Salvation Army Local. When sending donations to the Ottawa Regional Office, 15 Holland Avenue, Main Floor, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4T2, please indicate Membership Hardship Fund Local 73100.
Solidarity is our Strength! Let's help the workers of the Salvation Army.
www.salvationarmydispute.ca
Check out the Winter 2012 Education Schedule!
Click here to view the various courses which are available.
Salvation Army
For the latest on the situation at the Salvation Army Booth Centre, visit http://www.salvationarmydispute.ca
PSAC will fight against layoffs at Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation
The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) will fight back against the layoff of 17 employees at the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation (CSTMC). Workers were told on the morning of December 8 – just two weeks before Chrismas – that they would be terminated effective the same day.
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Statement by Larry Rousseau on distractions in the media
There are political reasons why distractions have had a primary place in the media, and it won't take a rocket scientist to figure out why. Distractions take our minds and our efforts off of the real issues that face Canadians on a daily basis, and yes, who often need a break from the monotony of one or two main issues.
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An absurd choice is no choice for Canadians
ThirdChoice.ca says forcing Canadians to choose between a strong economy and strong public services is absurd.
Join the campaign at ThirdChoice.ca
MDAC December 3 event: "Fighting for Our Dignity"
December 3rd 2011 the International Day for Persons with Disabilities and the NCR Members with Disability Action Committee of the Public Service Alliance of Canada is hosting an event in support of our fightback campaign. Our theme is “Fighting for our Dignity.”
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Notice of Elections and Meeting for Pride
The Pride Committee will hold its annual elections for Co-Chairs and the new postition of Secretary-Treasurer on Tuesday December 13, 2011. Meetings are held every second Tuesday of the month in the Lise Bélanger Boardroom at the Ottawa Regional Office, 15 Holland Avenue. All members who self identify as LGBT are welcome.
PSAC 2012 calendars
They have arrived! Please call the PSAC regional office in Ottawa (613-560-2560) or Gatineau (819-777-4647) to make arrangements to pick them up. We will refer members to their Local President. Sorry but we cannot send calendars by mail. In Solidarity !
Statement by Larry Rousseau on Canada Post Pay Equity Victory
The word equity is synonymous with fairness and what is shared equitably. For decades in our workplaces, unions have fought and fought hard for decent wages and benefits, often against enormous obstacles, not the least of which would be thick-skinned and thick-headed employers.
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Statement by Larry Rousseau on Eviction Notice Against Occupy Ottawa
You can't evict an idea. You can't lock it up, either. Tommy Douglas, Canada's favourite Canadian, reminded us of this fact over half a century ago. It is still as true today as it was then. The Occupy movement is an idea whose time has come.
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Let's Do Our Part to End Violence Against Women
Your PSAC Ottawa Regional Women’s Committee is committed to working against all forms of violence. We invite you to join in a vigil at Minto Park on Elgin Street Tuesday, Decmber 6 at 6:00 pm. Immediately following the vigil, the ORWC invites you to warm up with us in the J. K. Wyllie Boardroom at 233 Gilmour Street (a short walk from the park). Coffee, hot chocolate and cookies will be served.
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Trans Day of Remembrance Statement
November 20 marks the Trans Day of Remembrance. Transgender and transsexual people are often victims of discrimination, harassment and violence in the workplace, in their communities and at school. This day gives us a chance to mourn losses and fight for change.
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 Canadian Women’s Lives at Risk !
The NCR Ottawa Regional Women’s Committee condemns Bill C-19 and urges other PSAC members to call upon their MPs to defeat the bill. The Conservative government is moving swiftly to abolish the long-gun registry and to destroy the registry’s records. A similar bill was defeated last fall. To read more...
Human Rights School
All PSAC-NCR members who take to heart the defence of human rights are invited to attend the PSAC-NCR Human Rights School which will take place from 9:00 a.m. Thursday December 8th to 4:00 p.m. Saturday December 10th.
For more information about the School click here or to register click here.
National Aboriginal Peoples' Circle Course Postponed
Due to unforseen circumstances, the National Aboriginal Peoples' Circle course scheduled for November 19th and 20th, 2011 has been postponed to 2012. If you have already applied for this training, your registration will be kept on a priority list for 2012.
Notice of Elections
The OttawaRegional Womens Committee will hold its annual elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson on Thursday, November 24, 2011. Meetings are held every fourth Thursday of the month in the Lise Bélanger Boardroom at the OttawaRegional Office, 15 Holland Avenue. All NCRPSAC sisters are welcome.
NCR Stewards Symposium - November 22 and 23, 2011
If you have answered yes to one of these questions, you won’t want to miss our first PSAC-NCR Stewards’ Symposium! Click here for more information.
Letter to NCR members from REVP Larry Rousseau
Hello Sisters and Brothers,
The Public Service Alliance of Canada proudly stands with the 99%, and is pleased to extend its unwavering support for the currently unfolding global actions against corporate greed and the corporate takeover of the public interest, triggered by the Occupy Wall Street movement that began a month ago in New York.
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2012 Labour College of Canada Intensive Program
It’s time to apply to the 2012 Labour College of Canada Intensive Program. The Labour College Intensive Program consists of two sessions of two weeks and a three-month project where students conduct a project in conjunction with their union. The deadline application date for this exciting program is November 4th. The PSAC sponsors the participation costs of five members from across the country. Click here for a description of this four week program courses and the application form. http://www.canadianlabour.ca/labour-education/labour-college-canada
Congratulations to Jennifer Dutton!
Jennifer won the iPad2 donated by the Ottawa Area Council for a draw at the Ottawa Folk Festival and Labour Day Festival. Jennifer is a former PSAC/UNDE member who worked at Kingston Royal Military College for most of her career.
Show Tony Clement you support public services
PSAC has launched a major effort to pressure Treasury Board President Tony Clement to reverse plans for cuts and to improve the services Canadians pay for. Sign the petition today.
Say no to cuts in the public service and yes to public services!
As you know the Conservative Government is attacking public services.
As part of its Fightback Campaign, the PSAC is asking you to add your voice to those who believe thatmaintaining strong public services is the best way to help people that are affected by the economic crisis.
Please print the enclosed petition (Word & PDF formats), circulate it in your workplace (during breaks) and ask your colleagues, members of your family and friends to sign it. Once completed, send the petition to the PSAC Ottawa or Gatineau regional office. They will be presented to Parliament in the fall.
Together, we can protect public services!
 PSAC at the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival
Hundreds of people stopped by the CRAPO stand during the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival, from September 2 to 5. Many signed a petition asking the Conservative Goverment to reverse their plan to cut public services. The visitors included Françoise Boivin, Gatineau MP and Nycole Turmel, NDP Interim Leader and Hull-Aylmer MP. In the picture, Nycole is with Francine Stuart, CRAPO Vice-President and Donald Roy, Interim President of the Conseil régional de l'Outaouais of the FTQ.
FOLKFEST is a success
Hundreds of music fans at the Folkfest came to the PSAC table to sign our petition addressed to Tony Clement asking that his government stop cutting in our public services. Thanks to all volunteers for a musical "Think Public" week-end. Photos.
Jack Layton, 1950-2011
We are saddened and we regret to learn that the Honourable Jack Layton, who recently left his role as federal Leader of the Opposition to deal with cancer, a personal battle that he waged with grace and strength, passed away this morning. Our hearts and sympathies go out to his wife, Olivia, his two children, and all of Jack's family on this sad and tragic day in Canadian history. The promise of Jack's leadership inspires us all to continue the great work of moving progressive values and successes to the fore of Canadian society. All social democrats everywhere will remember with pride Jack's outstanding contribution to the betterment of Canadians from coast to coast to coast. May Jack rest in peace, and may we long remember him in our hearts and minds.
Electricity meters we don't need
The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 2000 is asking you to sign its petition to prevent Hydro-Québec to buy new electricity meters, which would result in 1,000 jobs loss. Visit the site (in French only) Compteurs en or for more information.
Larry Rousseau debunks Tony Clement's mythmaking on public service cuts
In an interview with Michael Harris on CFRA Radio in Ottawa, Regional Executive Vice-President for the National Capital Region Larry Rousseau highlights the importance of public services to the economy. Listen to the interview posted on the PSAC national website.
Education in the region
New Fall 2011 Schedule
Visit the Education page to see the complete Fall Schedule.
Lobbying Course in October
We are offering a one and a half day course on Lobbying on Friday October 28th all day and Saturday October 29th a.m. for members prepared to join our fightback campaign for jobs and services. Click here for details. Click here to register.
PSAC launches campaign to protect public services
The federal budget that was tabled in Parliament on June 6 by the Harper Conservatives aims to reduce the deficit on the backs of hard working Canadians by slashing essential services, said the Public Service Alliance of Canada. In response, the PSAC launched a national campaign to reach out to Canadians in workplaces and communities across the country.
See details on the PSAC web site at: http://www.psac-afpc.com/issues/campaigns/cuts-e.shtml
Rental market in Quebec
There is a housing shortage in Quebec that has lasted more than a decade and which has become a permanent condition that favours the owners. Investments in the rental market yield very generous returns and the mechanism of pricing used by the Quebec Rental Board, though imperfect, is a bulwark against unsustainable rent increases. Read the study written by the Institut de recherche et d'information socio-économiques (IRIS - in French only) on the Institut website. Posted on July 13.
"Mourning" Plantgate
CIU Branch President Francine Stuart, Component President Ron Moran, NCR REVP Larry Rousseau along with members of the FB negotiations team distributed black ribbons, flyers and "Negotiate" cubicle banners to mourn the expiration of this group's collective agreement. Coffin-shaped boxes were filled with plantgating material and Sister Stuart was dressed as a zombie. A sample collective agreement was on display: all of its pages were blank! Keep an eye out for this Local to carry out additional creative mobilization activities in the near future. Plans are underway!
 
PSAC members show support for their negotiating team at the National Gallery of Canada
More than one hundred PSAC members at the NGC held an information picket line during their lunch hour to show their support for their negotiating team. For additional information.
Larry Rousseau on CPAC Revue Politique
REVP Larry Rousseau was on a discussion panel this week at Revue Politique on CPAC. Larry is interviewed during the second half of the program.
Information for OLG Slots Members
PSAC welcomes their new members at the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation's Slots at Rideau Carleton Raceway. Deadline for nominations for the local executive and bargaining team are due June 15, 2011. Elections will be held on June 21, 2011. More information to follow.
Larry Rousseau elected NCR Regional Executive Vice President
 During their convention in Ottawa, Ontario, from June 3-5, delegates at the PSAC-National Capital Region convention elected Larry Rousseau as the Regional Executive Vice President. Rousseau was a Regional Vice President with the National Component of the Union, and an employee of Statistics Canada. He has been active in the labour movement since he started work in the mail room of the Canadian Labour Congress at the age of 18. Rousseau has held several positions in the union, and in the labour movement.
The message coming from the convention is that the government should know that the PSAC will use all means at its disposal to enforce collective agreements and to protect its members from an erosion of their rights. The union is also committed to work to ensure our quality public services remain avaliable to all Canadians.
Rousseau stated that he was committed to defending the rights of PSAC members in the National Capital Region that are now under attack. He said all PSAC members need to come together in solidarity to oppose cuts and reductions in quality public services.
Re-elected as Alternate Regional Executive Vice President was Daniel Charron.
Presentations from the Regional Health and Safety Conference April 30th and May 1st 2011
Click here for additional information.
Retirement security for everyone! - Be part of the CLC campaign
 Canada is at a crossroads, just like it was forty years ago when it was time to do something about our health care system. Today, we need to do something about retirement income, and we need to do it soon.
It’s time to change some things. The problem with Canada’s retirement income system has become so obvious that even bank economists have started to admit the RRSP approach has failed. There’s too much risk and not enough security to ensure that, after a lifetime of work, people can retire and live out their last years in dignity.
The federal and provincial governments must: Phase in a doubling of payouts from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP). Immediately increase Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) for all retirees.
You can play a part in this campaign. Visit the CLC website, tell your MP you support expanding the CPP, and discuss this issue with family and friends. Posted on May 25.
PSAC Shop Stewards - A survey of your needs
Shop Stewards play a central role in the PSAC. We want to hear from shop stewards to find out what sorts of supports, tools and resources you need to do your work. Please take a few minutes to complete the PSAC Shop Steward Survey on the PSAC national website. You could win an iPad2.
Is it necessary to increase tution fees in Québec?
The Institut de recherche et d'informations socio-économiques just released a study showing that the recent increases in tution fees in Quebec are not necessary. Read the study (in French only) on the IRIS website. Posted on May 16.
May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia
The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) stands in solidarity with the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities in opposition to homophobia and transphobia. Click here for additional information.
New opportunities for Young Workers in your local!
The OFL and the FTQ are organizing activities for Young Workers that will take place in June and September, respectively. Click here for additional information. Click here for both registration forms.
May is Asian Heritage Month
Asian Heritage Month is celebrated across Canada. This acknowledges the long and rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to Canada. It also provides an opportunity for Canadians across the country to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Canadians of Asian heritage to the growth and prosperity of Canada.
Asian Heritage Month is celebrated across Canada
In Ottawa
PSAC victory at Rideau Carleton
May 5, 2011 - Employees in the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. slot machine room at Rideau Carleton Raceway decided to join the ranks of PSAC yesterday during a vote that 142 of 145 workers took part in. Click here for additional information
PSAC National Capital Region Democracy School
Journalist and best-selling author Linda McQuaig was the key note speaker to kick off a PSAC Democracy School in the National Capital Region. McQuaig has developed a reputation for challenging the establishment in our country and she brought that critique and her strong background on participatory democracy to the 60 participants. Click here for additional information Photos
Federal Elections 2011
Here is the electoral information published during the campaign, on our Elections page.
The Stewards Project
PSAC is embarking on a " Stewards Project " The project is
part of a broader unionwide initiative to increase the visibility and effectiveness of the PSAC in the workplace, and to strengthen the connection between members and their union. Details. Posted on April 7, 2011.
PSAC Education Review
We are reviewing our education program and we need to know more about what matters to you, and what you need from your union. Thanks for participating in this survey.
March 12, 2011 Demonstration - Regional Francophone Women's Committee took part in a demonstration of the Social Alliance Click here for additional information
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