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Region 2: Kwanzaa Celebration & Education Session
Region 2, Coalition of Racialized Workers (CoRW) is inviting you to come out and learn how each day of Kwanzaa is dedicated to one principle that reflects communitarian values of the African diaspora. Kwanzaa is a cultural, non-religious celebration that brings people of African descent together to foster pride, identity, and connection while celebrating Black…
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Joyous Kwanzaa to Our Union Family!
What Is Kwanzaa? The name Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili phrase matunda ya kwanza, meaning “first fruits.” Kwanzaa is a weeklong cultural celebration observed from December 26 through January 1, honoring African American history, culture, and values. Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa centres on the Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles), which emphasize the…
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A Safety Message from OPSEU/SEFPO Ambulance Division
Carbon Monoxide will hide. Protect what’s inside! Did you know? Carbon Monoxide (CO) is considered the leading cause of unintentional poisonings in Canada. A CO alarm must be installed in each of the following locations in a house: Adjacent to each sleeping area. On every storey of your home, including storeys that do not have…
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Region 3 Equity Conference, Jan 30 – Feb 1
A Region 3 Equity Conference to be held Friday, January 30 to Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Fern Resort – 4432 Fern Resort Rd, Orillia ON L3V 6H5 Deadline for application: Please email your completed application form to kcairns@opseu.org by Monday, Dec 22 2025 by 4 pm EST PLEASE NOTE: You will receive a confirmation…
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Region 7 Virtual Stewards Orientation, Feb 11, 2026
A Region 7 Stewards Orientation course being held virtually via Zoom on Feb 11, 2026 from 9 am to 4 pm. Attendance Form and Human Rights Accommodation Requests are to be submitted to the Dryden Regional Office via email supportstaffdryden@opseu.org by January 2, 2026. Applicants will be notified after January 9, 2026 of their acceptance…
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OPSEU/SEFPO statement on the Bondi Beach attacks
The members of OPSEU/SEFPO are united in their sorrow and dismay following the murderous attack on Jewish people that occurred at Bondi Beach, Australia yesterday. There is no place in our world for antisemitism. No one should be terrorized and killed on the basis of their religion at any time, but it is especially tragic…
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Congratulations to Rosemarie Hall: OFL Alternate Equity Vice-President representing Black & Racialized workers!
OPSEU/SEFPO extends our heartfelt congratulations to Rosemarie Hall on her November 2025 election to the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) Alternate Equity Vice-President representing Black and Racialized workers. An OPSEU/SEFPO member from Local 212, Ministry of the Attorney General, Rosemarie has been a strong leader and passionate activist within OPSEU/SEFPO for many years. She is currently…
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OPSEU/SEFPO Corrections in the News: Jail overcrowding, mental health and contraband
OPSEU/SEFPO Correctional Bargaining Unit leaders spoke with numerous media outlets over the past week regarding Ontario’s overcrowded, understaffed jails which are forced far beyond capacity or safe staffing levels. OPSEU/SEFPO members are an intricate part of the justice system, doing their part every day to keep communities safe. In order for the upcoming provincial and…
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Practice your French with Us by Zoom – Dec 17
The Provincial Francophone Committee is delighted to continue our Zoom evening series: Practice your French with Us by Zoom!! Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, these evenings are designed to help improve your French skills in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Details of the evening: Title: Practice Your French with Us Theme: Charity Date: Wednesday, December 17 Time: 7…