Category: Events
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2016 CAAT-S Divisional Conference
Each Local of the CAAT-S bargaining unit is invited to send delegates to the 2016 CAAT-S Divisional Meeting which will be held on October 1 and 2, 2016, at the Chelsea Hotel. The number of delegates per local is determined by the Convention formula. This year on the Saturday evening, the Division will be hosting a dinner…
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Young Workers Conference highlights the struggles of the Precarious Generation
Conference Review The Provincial Young Workers Committee (PYC) recently hosted the 9th annual Young Workers Conference. The theme centred on the troubling reality today’s millennials are faced with – precarious work and underemployment. From August 5-7, OPSEU’s young workers from across the province gathered at the Chelsea Hotel in downtown Toronto. They were engaged and…
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OPSEU Region 4 Family Fun Night!
Family Funworld August 24/16 from 3-11 p.m. 1533 McAdoo’s Lane, Kingston Free Admission Includes: Pick 3 Activities: Go-Carts; 18 Hole Mini-Putt; Batting Tent; and/or Laser Tag Bouncy Castle Live Band Canteen Food Voucher: Burger, Fries, Beverage Pick 3 Movies: Pick one of 3 Double Feature Drive-In Movies NOTE: We suggest bringing lawn chairs so that…
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Region 5 Equity Conference
This conference will explore the principles and concepts of systemic equity and identify the different ways systemic equity works in a union environment. The conference will also explore the distinctions between diversity, inclusion, intersectionality and privilege. The conference will assist members to develop actions to advance equity at every level within their union and in…
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2016 OPSEU Human Rights Conference
OPSEU’s Equity Committees and Caucuses successfully hosted the 2016 OPSEU Human Rights Conference: "New Realities, Different Directions." The conference focused on the impact of current immigration laws within the labour movement. The topics explored included, but were not limited to, discussions on key human rights issues such as islamophobia and the criminalization and exploitation of racialized communities. In…
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Joint Leadership Day
The Fifteenth Annual Joint Leadership Day is scheduled for Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at the Hilton Meadowvale in Mississauga from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Joint Leadership Day brings together Executive Board Members, MERC, CERC, CAAT and Sector Chairs, as well as Senior Staff. It is designed to help integrate equity issues into all…
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Liberal scheme to sell Hydro shares to First Nations a sham: Indigenous Circle
Toronto – The Indigenous Circle of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) has denounced the Liberal government’s tentative agreement with the Chiefs-in-Assembly of Ontario’s First Nations to sell 2.5 per cent of its shares in Hydro One to a new First Nations investment corporation. The agreement includes a $268-million, 25-year-term loan to help First…
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Region 2 Workers of Colour Caucus Meeting
Be part of the change in Region 2! Our union is changing rapidly and OPSEU invites you to be a part of that change. We welcome all Region 2 OPSEU members who identify as racialized to attend the first meeting of the Region 2 Workers of Colour Caucus. We invite you to make your voice…
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Region 2 Train the Trainer 1
Focus on your facilitation skills at Train the Trainer 1 Are you ready to learn new facilitation skills with other participants who have demonstrated a commitment to using labour education as part of their work as activists? OPSEU's Train the Trainer 1: Focus on Facilitation Skills introduces participants to the theory and practice of activist…
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Go fish: OPSEU donates to Annual Bass Blast
Terrace Bay – Last weekend, OPSEU Region 7 threw its support behind the 6th Annual Bass Blast in Terrace Bay by donating $150 toward food and locally-sold supplies. Members from Region 7, Local 723 of Terrace Bay, also joined in the festivities by volunteering their time. “It’s a lot of fun to build community partnerships…
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Join the Workers of Colour Solidarity Picnic
Join the Workers of Colour at their annual solidarity picnic at the historic Christie Pits Park in Toronto. Date: August 20, 2016 Time: 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Christie Pits Park, Toronto Lunch will be served at 12:30 and there will be fun and entertainment for the whole family. Come and celebrate with the…
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Convention 2016 Minutes
April 14 – 16, 2016 Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto Thursday, April 14, 2016 – Morning Session President Thomas, called the Convention to order at 9:03 a.m. Statement of Respect – video played The President welcomed all Delegates, Alternates, Observers and Guests to the 41st Annual Convention, the highest decision-making body of OPSEU. Moment of…
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OPSEU Toronto Pride 2016
Members of the Rainbow Alliance arc-en-ciel will be present at this year's Toronto Pride! OPSEU members, friends, family and allies are encouraged to come out in support! We hope to see you there! If you are interested in volunteering and/or would like more information, send an e-mail to pride@opseu.org. Calendar of Events July 1, 2016 OFL…
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Celebrate National Indigenous Day June 21
On June 21, Canadians everywhere will celebrate National Indigenous Day. The annual observation is an outstanding opportunity to honour and experience the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements and contributions of our country’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples. Included in the day’s activities and events are: summer solstice festivals social networking gatherings with…