Category: Events
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The International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers – December 17, 2014
The International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers is observed annually on December 17 by sex workers, advocates, friends, families and allies. The day calls attention to hate crimes committed against sex workers worldwide, as well as the need to remove the social stigma and discrimination which contributes to violence against sex workers. Incorporated…
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December 10 anniversary of UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Wednesday Dec. 10, is the 64th anniversary of the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We pay tribute to Article 23 (2) of the declaration which states: “Everyone, without any discrimination, has the right to equal pay for equal work.” While considerable progress has been made over six decades to achieve this goal, the reality…
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Candlelight Vigil St. Thomas December 5
The Provincial Women's Committee invites you to a Candlelight Vigil in St. Thomas on December 5, for an evening of remembrance and reflection on violence against women. Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Memory Garden in Pinafore Park, St. Thomas For further information, please contact the Provincial Women's Committee representative at http://opseu.org/content/about-provincial-womens-committee. To read the Committee's…
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Candelight Memorial Service in Thunder Bay December 6
The Provincial Women's Committee invites you to a Candelight Memorial Service in Thunder Bay on December 6, for an evening of remembrance and reflection on violence against women. Meeting Date: 12:00-1:00 p.m. December 6 Meeting Location: Lakehead University, Agora, 955 Oliver Road For further information, please contact the Provincial Women's Committee representative at http://opseu.org/content/about-provincial-womens-committee. To…
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London National Day for Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
The Provincial Women's Committee invites you to a Candelight Vigil and Reception in London on December 6, for an evening of remembrance and reflection on violence against women. Candle Light Vigil at 5:30 p.m. at Women's Monument – Victoria Park (opposite Williams Cafe) Reception at 6:00 p.m. at CUPW, 344 Sovereign Road, London For further…
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Brockville National Day for Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
The Provincial Women's Committee invites you to a Vigil and Walk in Brockville for an evening of remembrance and reflection on violence against women. Meeting Date and Time: December 6 from 1-2 p.m. Meeting Location: O’Mally Kourt Fudgery located at 55 King St. W. For further information, please contact the Provincial Women's Committee representative at…
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Toronto December 6 Vigil–Women Won’t Forget
The Provincial Women's Committee invites you to the Toronto December 6 Vigil–Women Won't Forget in commemoration of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. Please join us for an evening of reflection and remembrance. Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m. Meeting Location: 246 Bloor St W [Tim Horton's] Vigil Start Time: 6:00 p.m.…
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International Day for Persons With Disabilities
On December 3rd OPSEU along with many other Canadians will be celebrating the International Day for Persons with Disabilities. Relax, we’re not asking you to spend money on gift cards or presents. The Disability Rights Caucus (DRC) is asking for Action. On this date the DRC asks OPSEU staff to continue its current work, to…
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International Trans Day of Remembrance
November 20 is the International Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR). It is a day for trans people and their loved ones to mourn and memorialize all of the trans people who have been murdered in the past year. It is a somber and private affair. Community members tend to stick together in observance of TDOR…
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Video of the Second Annual Equity School Region 6
"This event built awareness of equity issues in the union, in the workplace and in our community. It was also about valuing and celebrating equity, and developing strategies for dealing with inequitable practices." (Jeff Arbus, OPSEU Region 6 Vice-President) {“fid”:”24703″,”view_mode”:”default”,”fields”:{“format”:”default”,”filename_field[en][0][value]”:”-dIX1pNYIgA”},”type”:”media”,”attributes”:{“alt”:”-dIX1pNYIgA”,”class”:”media-element file-default”}}
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Congratulations to all OPSEU members elected to public office on October 27!
Special congratulations to all OPSEU members and staff elected to public office on October 27, 2014, including the following: Councillor Virginia Ridley, London, Ward 10 (OPSEU Local 116) Deputy Mayor, Dave Frayne, South Huron (OPSEU Local 165) Catholic School Board Trustee Dennis Blake, Norfolk (OPSEU Local 220) Councillor Michael Beattie, New Tecumseth (OPSEU Local 332)…
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Our city matters! Vote for the Toronto you want
Dear OPSEU member, On October 27, Toronto voters will be heading to the polls to elect a new Mayor, City Councillors, and School Trustees to represent us for the next four years. This election matters OPSEU members, our families and our communities have a lot at stake in this election. Why?…
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An Injury to One is An Injury to All – Joint Leadership Day 2014
OPSEU's 13th Annual Joint Leadership Day was held on Tuesday September 16, 2014 at the Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference & Spa. This event brings together the leadership of the organization (Executive Board Members, Sector and Divisional Chairs, CERC and MERC Chairs and senior staff) to discuss and examine strategies on how to best incorporate equity into everyday…