Category: Events
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OPSEU unites to erase workplace harassment
Toronto – Warren (Smokey) Thomas says he couldn’t be prouder of members and staff of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), who voted virtually unanimously today to endorse a motion addressing sexual harassment in the workplace. “Today, OPSEU came together as a family – diverse in membership but one in purpose – to address…
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OPSEU Convention shines light on privatization
Toronto – Fighting privatization will take centre stage as some 2,000 delegates, alternates, observers and guests gather for this year’s Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Convention. The meeting will take place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre April 14 to 16. OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas said he was looking forward to spending time with…
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OPSEU videos target workplace sexual harassment
TORONTO – The Ontario Public Service Employees Union has released a series of cutting-edge videos that continue its long-standing commitment to fighting sexual harassment in the workplace. OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas will screen the videos this morning in front of more than 2,000 members at the union’s annual convention in Toronto. “The goal of…
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OPSEU backs call for national strategy on Aboriginal suicide
Toronto – The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) has expressed deep concern over a string of suicide attempts at the Attawapiskat First Nation. Krista Maracle, Chair of OPSEU’s Aboriginal Circle, said it was imperative that a just and effective solution be found. “Handwringing and statements of sympathy solve nothing,” she said. “OPSEU strongly supports Ontario…
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Fight for $15 and Fairness!
The movement for decent jobs is growing. April 15 has been designated as a global day of action, and in cities and towns across Ontario OPSEU will join dozens of other groups in demanding a $15 an hour minimum wage, decent hours, paid sick days, the right to join and keep a union, and workplace…
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Convention activities at a glance
Wednesday, April 13 Retired Members’ Division Provincial Executive Time: 8:00 am Meeting Room: 201B Children’s Aid Sector Leadership Meeting Time: 9:00 am Meeting Room: 201E Provincial Women’s Committee Meeting Time: 9:30 am Meeting Room: 201F Hospital Professionals Division Caucus Time: 2:00 pm Meeting Room: 202AB Pension Forum (Securing our Retirement) Time: 5:00 pm Meeting Room:…
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Convention 2016 Location and Documents
Location information and complete convention document downloads (first mailing) Date: Thursday, April 14, 2016 – 9:00am to Saturday, April 16, 2016 – 12:00pm Over 1,500 Delegates, Alternates, Observers and Guests are expected to attend this year’s annual OPSEU Convention on April 14, 15, 16, 2016 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Convention is the…
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Solidarity rally for victims of Waypoint attacks
Members of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) will gather outside the gates of the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care on Tuesday to show their solidarity with recent victims of violence at the facility. Date: Tuesday April 12, 2016 Time: 12 noon Location: Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care, 500 Church Street, Penetanguishene…
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PHRC forum welcomes Shoal Lake speaker
The Provincial Human Rights Committee (PHRC) is proud to host its second annual Convention luncheon on Friday April 15, 2016 from 12 – 1:30pm. This year's forum will focus on the plight of Shoal Lake 40 First Nation. The event will welcome Daryl Redsky, Shoal Lake 40 band member. He will talk about the problems…
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Take the UP Express to Convention
OPSEU members flying in to Pearson International Airport for Convention this year can now take the newly-built Union Pearson Express train downtown. You can board the train from Terminal 1 at Pearson which will take you directly to the entrance of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Going back to the airport, look for the Union…
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2016 Young Workers Conference
The Provincial Young Workers Committee (PYC) is excited to be hosting this year's Young Workers Conference! The event will take place from August 5-7, 2016 at the Chelsea Hotel in downtown Toronto. This year's conference, "The Precarious Generation," will build on the discussions, committments and skills introduced at last year's event. The goal will be to provide participants with an understanding…
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Save our vulnerable kids’ schools!
Rally for the schools April 14 at Queen’s Park NDP MPP Teresa Armstrong shows her true colours at a rally to save Amethyst Demonstration School in London on March 30. Parents, students, staff and supporters will rally on the lawn of the legislature on April 14 to tell Education Minister Liz Sandals to keep our demonstration…
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Mind the Gender Wage Gap at the Provincial Women’s Committee Breakfast!
The Provincial Women's Committee (PWC) invites you to its annual Breakfast at Convention. The PWC Breakfast is held to recognize OPSEU women for their ongoing efforts in advancing women’s issues in the workplace, the labour movement and their communities. This year’s special guest speaker is professor and equity champion Fay Faraday. She’ll be talking about…
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Attend this forum for leaders!
The OPSEU Workers of Colour Caucus is holding a forum for members: “Charting your Leadership Journey in OPSEU.” Learn about OPSEU leadership opportunities at the local, regional and provincial levels. This is also a great opportunity to meet members who can provide encouragement, support and mentorship. The Guest speaker at the forum is Adianne Yiu—a city-builder…