On National Day of Mourning April 28, PSAC recognizes the exemplary work of PSAC members who saved countless lives defending the health and safety of workers during the pandemic. From mandating employers to develop COVID-19 protocols, administrative controls and ventilation and sanitation policies, unions and activists have played a key role in keeping workers safe. […]
PSAC continues to support vaccination as a critical public health measure to protect our workplaces and our communities. Yet as public health restrictions begin to lift across the country, it’s important to take a critical look at the federal government’s vaccination policy and how it is applied to PSAC members. As the pandemic has evolved […]
Today, as in previous years at this time, social media is filled with discussions seeking to raise awareness about mental health issues and initiatives. As the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic draws to a close, the numerous challenges brought about by this unprecedented crisis, be it in terms of physical or mental health, make it all the more […]
On August 13, the federal government announced it will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all federal public service workers by early fall. The government also expects that Crown corporations and other federally regulated employers will require vaccinations for their employees by the end of October. As Canada enters a fourth wave of the pandemic, it’s more important than ever for Canadians to […]
The following message was sent to the employer on June 2nd by Mark Weber, CIU’s 1st National Vice-President, and Co-Chair of the Policy Health and Safety Committee. The COVID-19 pandemic has seen our Policy Health and Safety Committee commit a great deal of time and effort to ensuring that all CBSA employees are kept as safe […]
