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PSAC-CIU raise border automation concerns with government

In its budget yesterday, the Trudeau government made reference to “modernizing travel and trade at our borders”, and spoke of “transforming the border experience”...
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PSAC: Governments must prioritize vaccinations for front-line workers

PSAC is pressing governments to prioritize vaccinations for critical front-line workers across Canada to limit the spread of COVID-19. PSAC represents thousands of front-line workers doing critical work at Canada’s...
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Press Release — Vaccination of frontline Border Officers: Minister Blair must...

OTTAWA, April 15, 2021 — With COVID-19 continuing to spread throughout the country, the National President of the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) is...
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New CBSA EAP External Service Provider

As shared by CBSA earlier today, please note the change of service provider for their Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Effective immediately, the new provider is now Morneau Shepell, replacing Homewood...
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Your rights at work: Vaccinations and COVID-19 screening

As more Canadian workers become eligible for COVID-19 vaccines and some employers make plans for a gradual return to workplaces, it’s more important than...
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PSAC’s Black History Month panel discussions — now available

As part of Black History Month 2021, PSAC organized a series of panel discussions that looked at the issues facing Black workers and to...
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Crossings at the Lacolle Port of Entry: Clarification — Statement by...

I would like to clarify some of the comments I made in an interview with Mario Dumont on his TVA/LCN news program that were...
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COVID-19 vaccination for frontline CBSA officers and employees: Letter to Minister...

CIU National President Jean-Pierre Fortin sent the following letter to the Hon. Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, on March 25,...
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International Women’s Day: Fighting for an equitable future

This International Women’s Day, PSAC recognizes the strength and resiliency of women each and every day. The global pandemic has disproportionately impacted women. This...
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Phoenix damages compensation information

The Public Service Alliance of Canada has published the following resources regarding the Phoenix settlement. Please click on the links below for more details: ...