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Summer Health & Safety Newsletter
Click here to visit our Health & Safety page and view the Summer 2009 newsletter.
The Summer Cool Quiz is now over. Click on the link above to see who the draw winners were.
PSAC Scholarship Deadline
Don't miss out on the PSAC scholarships! The deadline to apply to the PSAC Scholarship Program is Monday, July 16, 2007. The application form and other relevant details can be found on the PSAC website at the following address www.psac.com/what/benefits/scholarships-e.shtml
2007 PSAC National Health and Safety Conference
Registration package for the 2007 PSAC National Health and Safety Conference, which will be held January 19 to 21, 2007 at the Ottawa Marriott Hotel in the National Capital Region under the theme
International Women's Day
Please click here to read about and see photos from the event.
Black History Month:
Labour history must include contributions of Black labour activists
Black History Month is celebrated in Canada to recognize the contributions of Black peoples to the growth and development of this country and their importance to its history.
Click below for details.
PETITION TO THE RIGHT HONOURABLE STEPHEN HARPER, P.C., M.P.
PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA
Dear Prime Minister,
We, the undersigned residents of the Northwest Territories, are strongly opposed to the $1 billion cutbacks announced by the Conservative Government on Sept.25, 2006.
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED PETITION FOR MORE INFORMATION.
PRINT, SIGN AND FAX TO 1-867-873-4295
Oct. 16th - Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Towards a New Collective Agreement. How bargaining works at CFIA.
Click below for details:
The anti-scab bill has been adopted. Now what?
October 2006
Spirits were high on Parliament Hill after 167 MPs voted in favour of Bill C-257 on October 25 and sent it to a committee of the House of Commons. The Bill will be coming back to a vote that could make it illegal for employers under the Canada Labour Code to use scabs during labour disputes.
Click below for details.
BHP Bargaining updates.
Click here to view new BHP Billiton Bargaining information.
Public Services Are Cool!
This summer the PSAC was raising awareness on the subject of quality public services and their benefits. Look at what happed where you live. NWT, Yukon, Nunavut.
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June 22, 2007- Stanton Territorial Health Board
Aboriginal Day celebrates Stanton's Aboriginal Employees.
Click below for more details:
June 6, 2007
Ekati Diamond Mine Workers and PSAC
March 22, 2007
We're starting another round of bargaining
PSAC will be serving notice to bargain with the Parks Canada Agency on April 5, 2007. Your negotiating team is eager to begin bargaining. Read our Bargaining INFO bulletin for the details.
March 12, 2007
Bargaining with Treasury Board
Notices to bargain are being sent to Treasury Board, negotiating teams have been meeting, demands are being finalized and meeting with the employer are being scheduled. Read our Bargaining INFO bulletin for the details.
PSAC North Regional Executive Vice-President's visit to Iqaluit
Hello Brothers and Sisters!
This email bulletin is to advise you all of the confirmed PSAC North Regional Executive Vice-President's visit to Iqaluit, next week. Read more...
BHP Billiton - Tentative Agreement
BHP Billiton - Tentative Agreement - NEW click here for further information.
NUNAVUT HEALTH & SAFETY COURSE
PSAC Iqaluit Regional Office will be hosting a Health and Safety workshop on November 14 and 15, 2009. All PSAC members in Nunavut are encouraged to apply. If you are a PSAC member working for the Federal government (eg: Parks; Treasury Board; DIAND etc.) or a Nunavut Employees Union member (working for the GN; Housing Association; Hamlet/Municipality; Qulliq Energy Corporation) you are eligible to participate.
If Health and Safety is of interest to you and you are a PSAC member, this course may be just for you. Please see attached course information poster and complete the "BASIC APPLICATION FORM" form and fax to (867) 979-5517 if you are interested in attending this upcoming valuable PSAC education opportunity. You may also email to nakashuks@psac.com. More information is available at (867) 979-7430, (ask for Susie). Deadline for applications is Friday, October 30, 2009 at 5 PM EST (Iqaluit time).
Call Out - Regional Women's Forum
Women members of the PSAC from Yukon, Northwest Territories & Nunavut are invited to apply to attend the PSAC Regional Women's Forum on Pay Equity & Childcare to be held in Yellowknife November 17th - 19th
Click the documents below for more details and to apply.
Education: OUR COMMUNITIES, OUR UNION, OUR RIGHTS - An Introduction to the PSAC for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Members.
This course is being offered December 5-6, 2009 in Iqaluit and is open to all First Nations, Inuit, and Metis members in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. To apply, please fill out the application below, and return to your PSAC Regional Office.
Please click on the poster below for course details.
QULLIQ ENERGY CORPORATION RATIFICATION VOTE FOR NEU/PSAC MEMBERS
Please click for ratification meeting details and dates.
Treasury Board Ratification Meeting Schedules
Wondering where and when you can vote, check out our website's calendar for more information. The "Next Page" link at the bottom of the calendar will take you to December and January months - be sure to check these months for dates. If you don't see your location listed on the calendar, please contact your region's PSAC office:
Whitehorse: dalleys@psac.com or 1-888-938-2331 or 667-2331
Yellowknife: blaker@psac.com or 1-800-661-0870 or 873-5670
Iqaluit: qitsuam@psac.com or stuita@psac.com or 1-866-268-7097 or 979-7430
For more details on the offer and negotiations, please visit our national website www.psac.com
Union School - Northwest Territories & Nunavut
Brothers & Sisters,
PSAC North will be holding it's Union School for members in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut from May 28 - 31, 2009 at the Explorer hotel in Yellowknife, NT. Union school is an opportunity for PSAC members to gain more specialized knowledge and skills as well as network with members from both territories. This year the following courses will be offered: Steward Advanced Training, Health & Safety Advanced Training, & Local Officer Advanced Training. Please review the attached documents and distribute them to your membership. We anticipate a high level of interest and there will be a limited number of seats available. As a result Locals are encouraged to start identifying members who should be attending as soon as possible. The application deadline is March 20th, 2009.
Click the documents below for more information or to apply.
UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21st is the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Click below for more details.
PSAC Supports National Day of Reconciliation
The PSAC attended the National Day of Reconciliation activities hosted by the Dene Nation in Yellowknife on June 11th in Somba K'e park. Jean-Francois Des Lauriers spoke of the healing process for Aboriginal people, and the work still ahead to improve the rights and quality of life for Aboriginal people in Canada, and internationally.
PSAC staff served cake to those who attended the event. Two petitions were also circulated, advocating for action on pressing Aboriginal issues: the release of Leonard Peltier, and the assault on Aboriginal people in Peru who are fighting to save their natural resources.
For more information on the petitions, and to take action now, please follow the links below. These issues are urgent and need your support!
Parole release of Leonard Peltier: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/parole2008/
Conflict in Peru: http://www.amazonwatch.org/peru-action-alert.php
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Sisters in Spirit Vigil - Yellowknife
This past weekend Sisters In Spirit vigils occurred across Canada as October 4th is a day when we honour the lives of missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls.
To read more about this event, and view pictures from it, click here.
REMINDER - CALL FOR RESOLUTIONS FOR THE REGIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY CONFERENCE
Please click the document below for details. Deadline for sumbission is April 25, 2008.
2008 PSAC NATIONAL CONFERENCE for RACIALLY VISABLE MEMBERS
Click the document below for further information.
Canada Post Workers Take Strike Action
November 17, 2008 - The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) will be out on picket lines across the country today to support members of their component, Union of Postal Communications Employees (UPCE), marking day one of the strike. The PSAC represents approximately 2,400 Canada Post Corporation (CPC) members nation-wide.
For more details and photos of the demonstration, click here.
NWT Regional Women's Committee AGM
The NWT Regional Women's Committee will be holding their AGM November 26th, 2008.
Click on the document below for details.
Labour Day Barbeque
Click below to read a recap of the Labour Day BBQ.
Media Release - Sodexho Workers at Ekati Join PSAC/UNW
MEDIA RELEASE
Friday, February 15, 2008
Yellowknife, NT....Workers providing valuable kitchen and custodial services at BHP Billiton Ekati Diamond Mine have chosen the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and its component Union of Northern Workers (UNW) as their bargaining agent. Click here to read more.
News Release - January 24, 2008 - The planned cuts of Floyd Roland
Click here to view the Press Release.
Cut the Tories, Not the Programs
Feb 18, 2008
Vic Toews, President of Treasury Board, was greeted by a group of 15 activists in Whitehorse on February 18, 2008 outside the Westmark Hotel...read more, click here.
NT AREA COUNCIL AGM - JANUARY 27, 2008
Click here to be taken to the NT Area Council page for more information.
Upcoming Mining Discussion in Whitehorse
Two Social Justice discussions on Mining in Guatemala and Yukon Territory. Interested in more info, click here.
Nunavut Government Employees Vote For Strike
March 30, 2008 Iqaluit
Employees of the Nunavut Government voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action in their continuing struggle to achieve a reasonable collective agreement. The vote was held between March 3 to 30, 2008 among the Government
PSAC North 4th Triennial Convention
New - Attendance list for the 2008 PSAC North Triennial Convention. Click the document below to view the list. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kim at baileyk@psac.com or by calling 867-669-0991.
Employment Opportunity - PSAC North - Closing Date extended
PSAC North is seeking a Regional Political Communications Officer.
See below document for details.
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. More info, click here.
BHP Billiton - CONTRACT RATIFIED!
BHP Billiton - Tentative Agreement was ratified. **NEW** click here for further information.
Harper's Pizza Party
March 07 2008
Members of the PSAC and other Labour organizations demonstrate to show opposition to the Harper
Unionized Ekati Diamond Mine workers ratify 4-year collective agreement with BHP Billiton
Click here for the Press Relase.
Govt of Nunavut Ratification Calendar
To view Govt of Nunavut Ratification Calendar, please click here.
PSAC North Think Public Video Challenge
Think Public!
Click below to read the rules of the challenge.
Celebrating Aboriginal Day 2008
To read more about and view photos from this event, click here.
Think Public - Nunavut
During the week of July 28th, brothers Alex Stuit (Regional Representative for Nunavut) and Steve Petersen (Health & Safety Representative), along with Heidi-Ann Wild (Regional Political Communications Officer) did some member outreach in the communities of Pangnirtung and Qikiqtarjuaq on Baffin Island.
To read more about, and view photos from, the event, click here.
Folk on the Rocks 2008
July 19th - 20th, 2008 - Yellowknife
The Public Service Alliance of Canada proudly sponsored Folk on the Rocks again this year. To read more about and view photos from the event, click here.
2009 Yukon Education Survey
August 28, 2008
Are you a PSAC member working in the Yukon? Are you interested in Union Education but cannot access it? Do you have concerns regarding your workplace? What would you like to learn more about within your union?
Fill out the attached survey below and help us provide Union Education that will best meet your needs. All applicants will be entered into a draw to win a Sundog Carving!!
Short Story Contest
August 28, 2008
In recognition of Anti-Homophobia Day, the PSAC Yukon Regional Pride Committee is running a very short story writing contest. The subject of the very short story is to be "Stop! Homosexuality is Not a Sickness!"
To learn more, please open the document below.
PSAC Harper Rally in Inuvik
On Thursday, August 28th, 2008 Prime Minister Harper visited Inuvik and gave a public presentation at Jim Koe Park. In response to Harper
NTFL Labour Day Barbeque 2008
Click here to view read about and view photos of the event.
Federal Election Information
Click to link to the PSAC Election page.
Women's Forum for Electoral Candidates
The Status of Women Council of the NWT is hosting a forum for electoral candidates to answer questions regarding women's issues. The forum will be held in Yellowknife at Northern United Place on Tuesday, October 7th, 2008 at 7 p.m. This is a great opportunity to hear what candidates have to say on important issues that affect women in the North. Hope to see you there!
ELECTION WATCH 2008
Election time is almost upon us, and soon it will be time to head to the polls to make sure that the views of the North are well represented. To assist our members to make an informed choice, the Public Service Alliance of Canada North sent a questionnaire to the northern candidates from each party to solicit their views on issues important to our membership.
To view the responses from Nunavut candidates click here.
To view the responses from the Northwest Territories candidates click here.
To view the responses from the Yukon candidates click here.
Jack Layton visits Iqaluit Oct. 3rd
Paul Irngaut invites you to meet Jack Layton, leader of Canada's New Democrats at Nakasuk Schook in Iqaluit on Friday, October 3rd, 2008. Special guests include Simeonie Keenainak and his band. Doors open at 5pm, and music starts at 5:30.
Seating is limited and caribou stew will be served. Please contact Paul's campaign for details: 867-975-2111.
Let's Make Parliment Work - Support Democracy Now!
With the real possibility of a Coalition government presented before us, we may soon have the most democratic government we have ever witnessed in the history of Canada. Rather than having a government that represents the voice of a small minority, we could have a government that represents the majority of voters in our country.
Click below for details.
Yellowknifers Rally in Support of Coalition Government
Click here to learn more.
Celebrate Human Rights Day with PSAC North on December 10th!
Click below for details.
PSAC Members Accept Canada Post Offer
On the morning of December 21, 2008, the 2,100 PSAC members working at Canada Post have accepted the final offer tabled by their employer. Click here for more information.
Also see John Gordon's message to UPCE/PSAC members.
Media Release - Federal Budget Falls Short
The Public Service Alliance of Canada is concerned that the Federal Budget doesn
Media Release - Harper Government Attacks Women
Click below for details.
Labour's Vision for the Economic Crisis - Press Conference
On January 27th, the Harper government will present a federal budget to Canadians. Although the Harper government did not consult Labour while seeking input for their stimulus package, Labour does have a vision to tackle the economic crisis.
Click below for details.
STOP Harper's Attack on Women - Contact your Senator
The Harper government
Privatization of the NWT Power Corporation
Please join us in a March to address the Privatization of the NWT Power Corp. See attached poster for details.
2010 PSAC National Access Conference - Callout
The 2010 PSAC National Access Conference will be held June 4 - 6, 2010 at the Westin Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario under the theme "LET'S FOCUS ON OUR ABILITIES!".
PSAC members in good standing who also identify as being a member with a disability may apply to this conference.
The deadline for applications is March 4, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. EST.
Please see the complete conference callout and registration package below.
Celebrating National Aboriginal Peoples' Day 2009
June 21st marks the summer solstice, which has been celebrated for centuries by many Aboriginal communities. In 1996, the Parliament of Canada proclaimed June 21st as National Aboriginal Peoples Day.
For details and photos of PSAC's pancake breakfast, click here.
Project 2 Front Teeth a Success!
The Regional Youth Committee put out the call, and the citizens of Whitehorse answered! Orgainzers set a goal of 240 gift donations - they received close to 300. More info...
Nunavut - News and Updates
Click here for the latest news from Nunavut. New updates: Hamlet of Arviat ratifies new Agreement; Government of Nunavut Strike Preparation Training.
Press Release - Minuscule Increase to Northern Residents Tax Deduction: an Insult
Click the document below to read release.
PSAC North 4th Triennial Convention
The Public Service Alliance of Canada North held a 4th Triennial Convention in Yellowknifefrom May 30th
PSAC members elected to Northern Territories Federation of Labour executive
The Public Service Alliance of Canada North is pleased to announce the election of PSAC candidates to the executive committee and executive council of the Northern Territories Federation of Labour on June 2, 2008.
Click below for more details.
Media Release: Ratification of Government of Nunavut collective agreement
The Public Service Alliance of Canada is pleased to announce the successful ratification of Government of Nunavut employee
Support for Striking Colombia Sugar Workers
According to a recent release by the International Union of Food Workers (IUF), 18,000 Colombian sugar workers in the Cauca river valley region, organized in the National Union of Sugarcane Cutters, have been on strike since September 15th, 2008. The IUF is requesting international support for their struggle.
Please see these links for further information, and show your solidarity by signing the petition to the Colombian government.
To view the link in english, click here.
To view the link in french, click here.
NEW: Sugar Cutters Hunger Strike Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoLW6QBDSVQ
Trade Unionists at Risk in Colombia
This action is in the form of an e-petition and hence is quick and easy -- i.e. people don't have to write their own letter although they can add a comment, should they wish to.
For more details, click below.
PSAC fears for safety of Colombian activists
Six Colombian activists, including members of the Oil Workers' Trade Union, have received death threats from a paramilitary group. The PSAC urges members to write a letter to Colombian authorities. Amnesty International has more information.
Click here for more information from Amnesty and to take action now.
Whitehorse Regional Pride Committe Short Story Winners Selected
November 7, 2008
In honour of Anti-Homophobia Week, the Whitehorse Regional Pride Committee sponsors a Short Story Writing Contest. This year's theme was Homosexuality is Not a Sickness.
Congratulations to the following for their winning submissions!
- Jerome Stueart - 1st Place - Believing in the Dog
- Susie Ross - 2nd Place - The Airplane Ride
- Barry Jenkins - 3rd Place - Vaccination
To read the submissions, please click here.
Colombian Union Needs Your Support
Public Services International is asking for your support to send letters of protest in support of Colombian refuse collection workers whose collective agreement is being threatened by privatization.
To read more, and to send your letter of support for these workers, click here. Urgent Action Required.
*please note: the contact information for the Embassy of Colombia in Canada is consul@embajadacolombia.ca, which you will need for the line that asks for the Colombian mission in your country*
Media Release - Hamlet of Resolute Bay Joins PSAC.
Click the document below to view the release.
Dene National Environment and Water Summit Report
PSAC representatives attended the Dene National Environment and Water Summit, November 4 - 6th, 2008. This was an excellent opportunity for the PSAC to gain more information about the growing water concerns within First Nations, Inuit, and M
December 6th is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
On December 6th, 1989, the lives of 14 feminists were abruptly ended as a lone gunman opened fire upon them at l'
Media Release - Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services Workers Join PSAC
Click the document below to view the release.
PSAC and UNW Support Senior's Rally
The PSAC and UNW rallied with seniors in front of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly an hour before the Budget Address on Thursday, February 5, 2009 to propose changes to the territory
Media Release - Hamlet of Taloyoak Workers Join PSAC
Click the document below to view the release.
Presentation by Brother John Gordon to the NJC Annual Seminar
Please click below to view the presentation.
Call for Nominations - Alternate REVP
Deadline for nominations is JANUARY 28, 2010. Please see below document for further details.
PSAC National President , Brother John Gordon sends Message of Solidarity with the People of Haiti on behalf of PSAC
Please see below document to read the message.
Logo Contest
The NWT Aboriginal Peoples Commitee needs a new logo! This contest is open to all members. Please see the poster below for details.
Labour Education Opportunity - Athabasca University - Labour Studies 202
Greetings Sister and Brothers,
Here's an exciting labour education opportunity! PSAC North is sponsoring an on-line session of "Labour Studies 202", offered by Athabasca University. Introduction to Labour Studies, is a three-credit, junior-level course. You can see a description of the course at the following address: http://www.athabascau.ca/courses/lbst/202/index.htm
To read more click below.
Union Development Program (UDP) 2009-2010
Dates for UDP have been set. The schedule, course information, and application can be viewed here. All eligible members across the north are encouraged to apply.
Northwest Territories Fall 2010 Education Schedule
| COURSE |
LOCATION |
COURSE DATE(S) |
REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
FACILITATOR |
| Talking Union Basics |
Hay River |
Sept 25 & 26, 2010 |
Aug 20, 2010 |
Anne Juneau |
| Talking Union Basics |
Fort Simpson |
Sept 18 & 19, 2010 |
Aug 13, 2010 |
Steve Petersen |
| Talking Union Basics |
Fort Smith |
Oct 2 & 3, 2010 |
Aug 27, 2010 |
Anne Juneau |
| Talking Union Basics |
Inuvik |
Dec 4 & 5, 2010 |
Oct 29, 2010 |
Sean Glavine |
| Talking Union Basics |
Yellowknife |
Nov 27 & 28, 2010 |
Oct 22, 2010 |
Sean Glavine |
| Health & Safety Committee Training |
Inuvik |
To be announced |
Aug 27, 2010 |
Steve Petersen |
| Health & Safety Committee Training |
Yellowknife |
Oct 23 & 24, 2010 |
Sept 17, 2010 |
Steve Petersen |
To register for any of these courses, complete the Basic Course Application Form below and return to the PSAC Yellowknife Regional Office:
Mail - PO Box 637, 4916 - 49th St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N5
Fax - (867) 873-4259
Email - yeladmin@psac.com
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