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Potential Loss of Publicly Owned Energy Utility

Premier Fentie's refusal to answer questions about backroom negotiations with ATCO that could lead to the permanent loss of the publicly owned energy utility, is a matter of deep concern to Yukon citizens.

Click below for more information.

YEC_Sale_Brochure_WEB.pdfYEC_Sale_Brochure_WEB.pdf


TB and Parks Mobilizing - Yukon

A representative from all Treasury Board and Parks locals in the Yukon is invited to attend a Mobiliztion Meeting on April 10th. 

Agenda includes:

  • Bargaining update --Carrie Docken, Member of Parks Negotiating Team and Geoff Ryan, Member of PA (Table 1) Negotiating Team,  
  • Gain a better analysis of your local's preparedness (communication network), 
  • Report on membership feedback and concerns,
  • Strategize on possible actions to put pressure on your employers/politicians to reach a fair agreement.

Please contact Nancy or Shawna at 867-667-2331 or 1-888-YEU-2331 for more information.  


Federal Election Candidate Questionnaire

Click the pdf below to view the candidates' responses.

PSAC_NORTH_CANDIDATE_RESPONSES_-_YUKON_TERRITORY.pdfPSAC_NORTH_CANDIDATE_RESPONSES_-_YUKON_TERRITORY.pdf


Cut the Tories, Not the Programs

Vic Toews, President of Treasury Board, was greeted by a group of 15 activists in Whitehorse on February 18, 2008 outside the Westmark Hotel at 6:30 p.m. Activists and supporters donned placards and covered both entrances of the hotel handing out flyers identifying cutbacks by the Tories.

To view photos of the protest, click here.


So Hot They're Cool

On Canada Day, members from various local and committees passed out "Public Services Are Cool" popsicles and fans to people enjoying the parade and the festivities in Rotary Park.

The petition to raise the Northern Residents Tax Deduction was also taken to the park, with many signatures being collected.

To read more and view photos of the event, click here.


AFN National Day of Action

The REVP North and Whitehorse RO staff joined the Carcross Tagish first nation in thier National Day of Action protest.

To read more and view photos of the event, click here.

Yukon IPA/LCD Reduction Campaign

January 9, 2006

The IPA-LCD has made regional news! To check out the article containing quotes from three federal election candidates and PSAC member, Jean-Paul Molgat of January 9, 2006 and all other related articles on the CBC North website, please click here.

For more information on the background of LCD, member concerns, and the Point of Supply survey, please see the documents below.

Active members have been holding an LCD Information kiosk at the Elijah Smith Building. All three days went well with the media attending on the second day (see link above). Thanks to Jean-Paul Molgat, John Carney, Mike Nugent (all members) and Nancy Debreceni (PSAC staff).          

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File Description Date Uploaded
Point of Supply Addendum  ·  pdf/47kB 5/3/2006
Wrong Base City Arguments  ·  pdf/139kB 5/3/2006
Whitehorse Member Concerns  ·  pdf/123kB 5/3/2006
Press release - Jan 6  ·  pdf/96kB 1/9/2006
Kiosk LCD Info Sheet  ·  pdf/58kB 1/6/2006
Kiosk Flyer  ·  pdf/56kB 1/6/2006
Explanation of Point of Supply Survey  ·  pdf/56kB 5/3/2006
Point of supply survey  ·  pdf/598kB 12/23/2005

PSAC Pride Conference

The National PSAC Pride conference was held in Vancouver from March 30th to April 1st, 2007.  The theme for this year’s conference was “Include and Be Included”.

For more details, click the link below.

PSAC_Pride_Conference.pdfPSAC_Pride_Conference.pdf


Child Care Rally During Harper Visit

Yukon activists gathered in support of the Yukon Child Care Association Wednesday August 16th outside the High Country Inn in Whitehorse to demonstrate to Prime Minister Stephen Harper the importance of a National Child Care system that is affordable and accessible to all Canadians.

To view pictures and read more, click here.


Education for Federal Employees

Click below for more details.

Education_for_Federal_Employees.pdfEducation_for_Federal_Employees.pdf


Stephen Harper is coming to Whitehorse!

Join the rally to let the Conservative government know that Canada needs a National Child Care program!

When: Wed, Aug 16th at 5:45pm to approx. 6:45pm
Where: High Country Inn

Also come out on Sunday to make a placard/picket sign with your personalized message!

See attached posters for more information

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File Description Date Uploaded
Rally flyer  ·  pdf/63kB 8/11/2006
Placard/picket sign get-together  ·  pdf/69kB 8/11/2006

Talking Union Basics Course

November 7, 2005

An extra Talking Union Basics (TUB) course was added to the Whitehorse area. It took place on Nov 5th & 6th, facilitated by Nancy Debreceni (A/Regional Rep) and co-facilitated by Diane Allen (Alliance Facilitator). We had 15 members attend the course. 


The Yukon Government is considering signing onto the TILMA, and it is being shopped around the rest of the Territories and Provinces should you be concerned?  Read More...


Click here for information on PSAC courses offered in the Yukon

Union Development Program (UDP ) 2009-2010
Dates for UDP have been set.  The schedule, course information, and application form can be viewed here.  All eligible members across the north are encouraged to apply.



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