Tag: Strike
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Strike hardship relief fund application
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LCBO Strike: Picket sign-up
With our 97% YES strike vote results, we’re getting ready to strike! The bargaining team is back at the table this week for three days as we count down to our legal strike position. We need the employer and Ford government to know that we’re ALL ready to walk the line! Fill out the…
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LCBO Bargaining update: strike vote next week!
The LCBO doesn’t want to bargain. That’s why we need every single LCBO worker to participate in next week’s strike vote to show them we’re not backing down. All members’ meeting on Tuesday June 11. Bargaining Update #5: June 7, 2024 We were back at the bargaining table with the employer again this week. In…
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DAY OF ACTION: We’re making Calls for the upcoming LCBO Strike Vote!
Join us… It’s all hands on deck to get to a super majority of LCBO workers ready to vote yes starting June 12-15 in their strike vote. We need to show management that we stand behind LCBO workers in the fight for their futures and stand up to protect the $2.5 billion in revenues the…
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LCBO Strike Vote 2024: Frequently Asked Questions
LCBO Strike Vote 2024: June 12-15 We’re holding an online and phone strike vote! Together, we can vote YES to win! Why are we taking a strike vote? Ford’s fixated on fast-tracking the expansion of alcohol sales to help fast-track an election. He’s wasting more than $1 billion of our money to do it. And…
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We’re preparing for the biggest strike vote in LCBO history! June 12-15
Doug Ford and the LCBO are expanding privatization right now, and we’re fighting back! Between now and June 12, we need to talk to every worker at the LCBO about why they need to vote YES. Vote Yes Kit To download the worksheet to collect the information from coworkers in your store about their commitment…
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OPSEU/SEFPO in the news round up: LifeLabs workers hit the picket line!
LifeLabs workers in Local 389 have been on strike for a week. They’re holding the line until they get a fair deal that prioritizes patient care and workers over profits. After over a year of bargaining, the employer failed to offer a fair deal that would meet these workers’ needs. The employer wants to claw…
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LifeLabs workers on strike for a fair contract that puts patient care and workers before profits
Barrie, ON – After over a year of bargaining, LifeLabs workers from Orillia, Barrie, Collingwood, and Wasaga Beach are on strike for a contract that empowers them to provide high quality patient care. LifeLabs, and its CEO Charlie Brown, are putting profits over patient care. He would rather disrupt access to laboratory services and create…
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Rally with AGO workers on strike!
OPSEU/SEFPO Local 535, representing gallery workers at the Art Gallery of Ontario, is on the third week of a historic first-ever strike at the gallery. Let’s show solidarity with these workers as they fight for a future at the gallery – all out this Saturday! WHEN: Saturday, April 13 – 1-4 pm WHERE: Art Gallery…
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Donate to the striking members of Local 535
Locals can make a donation in solidarity with any OPSEU/SEFPO Local/unit that is on strike by using their rebates. Local Trustee Audited Reports (TARS) must be up to date Two LEC officers (e.g. Local President, Treasurer, Secretary-Treasurer, Vice-President, or Chief Steward) must authorize that the funds are to be deducted from the Local’s quarterly rebate. [wpforms id=”222718″ title=”false”]
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All out for Regent Park community health care workers!
Frontline community health care workers at Regent Park Community Health Centre (RPCHC) have come to a tentative agreement with the employer after nearly two weeks out on the picket line. The news conference scheduled for tomorrow morning has been cancelled. But we’re still holding a rally tomorrow at 9AM to celebrate our strength, unity, and…
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Donate to the striking members of Local 5115 – Regent Park Community Health Centre
Locals can make a donation in solidarity with any OPSEU/SEFPO Local/unit that is on strike by using their rebates. Local Trustee Audited Reports (TARS) must be up to date Two LEC officers (e.g. Local President, Treasurer, Secretary-Treasurer, Vice-President, or Chief Steward) must authorize that the funds are to be deducted from the Local’s quarterly rebate. [wpforms id=”222613″ title=”false”]
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Ottawa CAS workers demand fair deal; vote in favour of strike
Workers at the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa, members of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 454, have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike with 85 per cent in support. These workers do the crucial and irreplaceable work of ensuring that kids, families, and their communities are safe. The 330 members provide vital interventions, care, and protect…
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Regent Park community health care workers rally as strike deadline looms
Toronto, ON — Ahead of an imminent strike deadline of 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 22, Regent Park Community Health Centre (RPCHC) workers rallied Tuesday with a crowd of community members and allies to demand a fair deal for workers and the patients they support. These workers – members of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 5115 – provide…
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Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services workers deserve a fair deal
In a massive show of strength, Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services workers have voted overwhelmingly to strike – with 97% voting in favour of taking strike action if needed. They’ve sent a clear message to the employer that they’re ready to do what it takes to win a fair deal so they can continue to…
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Overwhelming strike vote by Peel education workers: 98% vote YES!
For Immediate Release December 1, 2023 PEEL REGION – OPSEU/SEFPO Local 2100 Educational Assistants (EAs), Early Childhood Educators (DECEs), and Child and Youth Care Practitioners (CYCPs) employed by the Peel District School Board (PDSB) have voted 98% in favour of strike action in response to their employer dragging their heels in bargaining. Almost 80% of…
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Building power behind Local 2100’s Nov 28-30 strike vote!
OPSEU/SEFPO Education Workers in Local 2100 (Peel District School Board) are building worker power in the lead up to their strike vote on November 28-30! They’re making calls, handing out leaflets and talking to their colleagues about why it’s so important to have a strong YES strike vote! Voting YES shows the employer that we…
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UPDATE: Solidarity wins! NOSM U has a tentative deal, strike averted
UPDATE: November 5, 2023: After months of bargaining, NOSM University faculty, librarians and professional staff have reached a tentative agreement with their employer with significant improvements and no concessions, averting a potential strike that was hours away. They are represented by the NOSM University Faculty and Staff Association (NUFSA) and are members of OPSEU/SEFPO Local…
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Strike vote information for PDSB education workers: Local 2100
We’re holding an online strike vote on November 28, 29 and 30! Every OPSEU/SEFPO Local 2100 member is eligible to vote, including permanent, casual and LTO staff. An overwhelming YES vote will send a strong message to the employer that you and your co-workers are ready to strike if necessary for: Better workloads and supports…