By Josee-Anne Spirito, PSAC North Regional Executive Vice President As workers across Canada continue to struggle to make ends meet, we…
PSAC North E-Mail Newsletter: June 2024
Every day, PSAC North members are working together to improve our workplaces and communities.
PSAC calls for accessible emergency services in the North
Text to 9-1-1 is the most direct and effective method for contacting emergency services. Yet the service isn’t offered in the Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut, despite being available in some capacity in every province. Without this service, deaf, deafened, hard of hearing, and speech-impaired (DHHSI) residents across the North are at a heightened risk during emergencies because emergency calls require them to speak to someone.
PSAC celebrates equitable pension reform for thousands of frontline workers
The Public Service Alliance of Canada applauds the federal government’s announcement of new pension reform legislation today, which will provide equitable retirement benefits for thousands of frontline public safety and law enforcement workers across the country.
Labour Views: Now is the time for Canadians to stand together against healthcare privatization
Nobody wants to see the life-saving support they or their family rely on threatened. That’s why we can no longer stand by while our public healthcare system withstands attack after attack.
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month by joining Turtle Island Trivia
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour and learn about the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. PSAC encourages members to take time to learn more and engage with the stories and experiences of Indigenous communities throughout the month of June.