Halifax, Gatineau, Ottawa, St. Stephen, Niagara Falls, Dartmouth, Sherbrooke, St. John’s, Fort Frances, Sault Ste Marie… striking PSAC and CIU members were out in force all over the country on this second day of general strike for PA, EB, TC and SV units. Rather inclement weather in some places did not deter members from exercising their right to strike and call on the employer to negotiate fairly at the bargaining table, and photos of enthusiastic picket lines have continued to come in from communities all over.
The CIU National Board of Directors also joined striking workers on the picket lines at 90 Elgin street and on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, to support, energize, listen to and stand with PSAC members from all horizons. Speaking to the crowd on Parliament Hill, CIU National President Mark Weber was unequivocal: Members all deserve much better, and the employer should be wary of not affording its most vulnerable workers the respect they’re owed.
See photos below.
