Tag: Awareness Days
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This Labour Day, let’s remember to fight for temporary agricultural workers, too
Dear friends, I love ketchup on my hotdog as much as the next person. But I’m left with a bitter taste in my mouth when I think about the conditions faced by the temporary foreign workers who produced the tomatoes that went into it. These folks, brought in under the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program (SAWP),…
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This Labour Day, let’s commit to fighting for what belongs to us all
Dear friends, As the days grow shorter, the Labour Day weekend offers an opportunity to gather around the barbecue again with friends and family before we get into the important work ahead of us this fall. This Labour Day, as I think about the current state of the public services and institutions at the heart…
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Region 5 Labour Day Parade in Toronto
Join hundreds of OPSEU activists, more than 20,000 other union members, the Fight for $15 and Fairness Campaign, and other community allies at the biggest, proudest and loudest annual labour event in Canada… and help show our bosses, big business and governments that We Stand For Fairness! Stop the privatization of our public services! Support…
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Labour Day Events 2016
Sunday, September 4, 2016 Lindsay Picnic 12:00p.m. Old Mill Park, 16 Kent St. East For more information, contact James Milhern, 705-324-7841 Monday, September 5, 2016 Hamilton Parade and picnic Parade starts at 9:30a.m., York & Pearl Picnic and BBQ at Dundurn Park Prizes for adults and children Parking available at OPSEU office, 505 York Blvd.…
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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…
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National Indigenous Day
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. Find out more about National Indigenous Day
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OPSEU salutes paramedics
Toronto – The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) is proud to join the hundreds of thousands of Canadians who have been helped by a paramedic in celebrating Paramedic Services Week from May 22 to 28. “Not that long ago,” said OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas, “an ambulance driver would pick you up and rush you…
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Support Mental Health Week May 2-8
OPSEU is encouraging all of its members to mark Mental Health Week on their calendars. This is an important week for all Canadians, not just those suffering mental health issues. It is also an opportunity to educate ourselves about how our mental health impacts our overall health. "There is no health without mental health,” said…
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Celebrate medical lab professionals!
This week marks National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. OPSEU represents more than 6,000 medical laboratory professionals. These are the people doctors turn to when they are looking for answers about your health. They sort, analyze and perform tests on samples that help physicians provide you with a more accurate diagnosis. “It’s important to have a…
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National Day of Mourning Events across Ontario
On April 28, Day of Mourning, join one of the ceremonies across the Ontario. Pause a moment to honour lives forever changed, and renew your commitment to workplace health and safety. We use the Day of Mourning to re-dedicate our efforts to achieve healthier and safer workplaces and to seek justice for all lost and…
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Day of Mourning ad campaign shines light on workplace safety
Toronto – The Ontario Public Service Employees Union begins a one-week ad campaign on more than 65 radio stations today to draw attention to workplace safety across the province. The campaign commemorates the National Day of Mourning, held every year on April 28 to remember workers who have lost their lives or…
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March 20 is International Francophonie Day
On March 20 of every year, the International Organization of La Francophonie (IOF) celebrates French language and Francophone culture throughout the world. This date commemorates the signing of the Niamey Convention in Niger on March 20, 1970. It established the Agence de Coopération Culturelle et Technique and was a precursor to the IOF. There are currently 80 of…
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PWC marks International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers
Every December 17, sex workers, advocates, friends, families and allies observe International Day to End Violence against Sex Workers. The day calls attention to hate crimes against sex workers worldwide. It advocates removing the social stigma and discrimination that contribute to violence against sex workers. The red umbrella is the internationally recognized symbol of sex…
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Celebrate Human Rights Day on December 10
December 10, 2015 marks the 67th Anniversary of the signing of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations General Assembly. It was a direct response to the devastating effects of the Second World War. This milestone document recognizes the importance of protecting fundamental human rights for all. For instance, Article 1 states…
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Happy Franco-Ontarian Day!
Dear friends: It’s my special pleasure to send warm greetings to all our francophone and francophile members on this sixth Franco-Ontarian Day. It was on September 25, 1975, that the Franco-Ontarian flag was raised for the first time. So in addition to celebrating Franco-Ontarians, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of their distinctive banner, which proudly…
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Aboriginal Circle supports October 4th Sisters-in-Spirit Vigils
Each year, family members, Aboriginal community members, and concerned citizens gather for a vigil on October 4th on Parliament Hill to honour the growing number of missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls. Vigils take place in many communities across Canada as well as internationally. These gatherings serve to raise awareness and provide support to…
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Toronto Pride Week 2015
It is Pride Week (June 22-28) in Toronto and OPSEU is proud to participate in the week's events! Members of the Rainbow Alliance arc-en-ciel are formally inviting all OPSEU members, their family, friends and allies to join them this weekend! The group will continue the tradition of participating in all three (3) pride marches. The OPSEU Toronto Regional…