UPCE members have been on strike since November 17. Locals have established strike funds that will assist with aiding members through the strike. PSAC Locals and Unions are asked to make donations directly to UPCE Locals at the following:
UPCE Local 60100
808 Anderson Drive
Saint John, NBE2M 4G3
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UPCE Local 60105
186 Killarney Road
Killarney Road, NBE3A 9E3
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UPCE Local 60120
30 Irving Road
Riverview, NBE1B 4E3
November 27, 2008
UPCE strike in New Brunswick
November 21, 2008
UPCE Strike in New Brunswick
November 7, 2008
Move over Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cat Woman, Iron Man and make room for our new union superhero! It is with great pleasure that we introduce "UNION MAN". Neither snow, nor rain nor heat nor negotiations will keep Union Man from protecting its members.
UPCE members had fun at Halloween but also took this opportunity to send a message to Canada Post.
November 7, 2008
N.B. Treasury Board members Halloween Costume contest
Winner for the best costume: Eddy Bourque, CEIU 60260
Winner of the Random draw: Joanne Breneol, USGE-RCMP60052
Kevin Rossiter, President of Local 60029 at FundyNational Park
carved this beautiful PSAC pumpkin."
October 14, 2008
STEPHEN HARPER'S VISIT TO MONCTON
On October 4th, while his visit in Moncton had for objective to get some votes in a strong liberal riding prior to the elections call, Stephen Harper faced approximately 100 protesters from different groups welcoming him to Moncton in a demonstration to express their opposition to his vision of Canada and to his numerous cuts in: health, poverty, culture, quality public services, Status of Women Canada, literacy, student employment, etc.
Among the protesters, several PSAC members from different areas of the province who were attending a Union training in Moncton on that day, provincial employees, members of the CLC, CUPE, NBFL, artists, Acadians, members of the GLBT community, Common front for Social Justice, Child care coalition and many more....
October 14, 2008
On September 30th, everyone in N.B. received the Green Bracelets and the handout in the morning. Some through plant gate as they entered to work, others by desk drop or other ways.
In New Brunswick mobilization activities continues.....
even during the vacation time!
Despite the long, hot summer days in New Brunswick, PSAC members continued to stand in solidarity with their bargaining teams. They made it clear to the Treasury Board that its offer is unacceptable!
PSAC members are proud to offer Canadians quality public services every day and want to continue doing so. If the government does not change its attitude and its offers, the parties will reach an impasse that could result in a strike and cause service disruptions.
The Federal Government needs to do the right thing and provide sufficient funding now to First Nation schools to ensure a quality education for their children. (petition)
June 25, 2008
Walk for Respect during PSAC Atlantic Convention
June 25, 2008
June19th Mobilization Day
Members responded clearly to the mobilization call on June 19 despite the intimidation tactics of certain departments. Everywhere in New Brunswick members were wearing stickers "I support my bargaining team", participated in plant gate to distribute information, dressed in black, or showed in different ways that after one year, it is time to get a new collective agreement! Photos
June 23, 2008
Saint John Regional Women's committee BBQ
during the National Public Service Week
During National Public Service Week, the Saint John Regional Women's Committee took the opportunity to organize a kiosk to promote their committee and to recruit new members. Over 100 members signed a support letter for pay equity which will be faxed to Paul Zed, MP. Everyone visiting their kiosk was eligible to win a beautiful basket and the winner was Amy McAdam from CRA.
New Brunswick MPs were lobbied by PSAC members recently on several issues including Collective Bargaining, No Zones, Re-assignment of Pregnant and Nursing Workers, Private-Public Partnerships and the Workforce Adjustment Directive.
May 14, 2008
PSAC BARGAINING TEAM MEMBER FOR PARKS ELECTED AS COUNCILLOR IN BUCTOUCHE DURING THE MAY 12TH MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS IN NEW BRUNSWICK.
Mike LeBlanc, PSAC Bargaining team member for Parks was elected as councillor in Buctouche, NB. Brother LeBlanc is also Vice-president of his local 60284 (KouchibouguacNational Park). Brother LeBlanc received the good news on his arrival home from Ottawa after a disappointing week of negotiations where the employer's representative walked away from the Table.
PSAC members would like to congratulate Brother LeBlanc on this victory and wish him a lot of success on this new political adventure. CONTRATULATIONS!
May 12, 2008
PLANTGATE AT KOUCHIBOUGUACNATIONAL PARK
The picture shows Secretary/Treasurer Daniel Comeau giving a "Get Quackin" flyer to Brother Adélin Hébert at the plantgate which took place at the KouchibouguacNational Park on May 5th.
May 9, 2008
Day of Mourning in New Brunswick
May 8, 2008
CEIU N.B. sends a message to their Bargaining Team!
On May 3rd and 4th, CEIU members attending a bargaining conference in Moncton took the opportunity to declare their commitment towards their bargaining team. Their message was clear; they are ready to face Treasury Board to protect their benefits and obtain a wage increase and fair adjustments.
Louiselle Laforest, team member for the PA group attended this conference to provide members with an update on bargaining. Members also prepared a huge banner containing
several messages to be sent to the PA team.
1st row from left to right:
Sandy Harquail, L-60255; Eddy Bourque, L-60260; Kelli Reid, L-60260; Jeannie Baldwin, PSAC REVP Atlantic; Jeannette Meunier-McKay, CEIU National Président , Farid Tourkmani L-60262; Lise Lévesque, NVP CEIU NB;
3rd row: Monique Laplante, PSAC NB Regional Strike Coordinator for treasury board units; Colleen Smith L-60254; Sylvie Roy, L-60258; Anne Flanagan, L-60262; Terry Bourque, L-60262; André Couturier, L-60258; L-60269 Stanley Theriault; Lorraine Scott, L-60252; Tanna Pirie-Wilson, L-60259; Marise Cormier L-60268; Valérie Lepage, L-60255
Pictures
April 29, 2008
Fredericton/Oromocto RWC Meeting
May 14th, 2008
April 28, 2008
SLOGAN CONTEST WINNERS AT KOUCHIBOUGUAC
& FUNDY PARKS
Elizabeth Betts (National Component member at FundyNational Park) and Victor Vautour (National Component member at KouchibouguacNational Park) were the winners of a slogan contest held amongst members employed with Parks Canada in NB.
Sister Betts' slogan was "Students are everywhere, treat them fair!". Sister Betts received a gift certificate worth $100 at Champlain Place. Brother Vautour's winning slogan was: "Twilight Zone - Ozone - No Zone". Brother Vautour received a gift certificate worth $100 at Canadian Tire.
CONGRATULATIONS!
April 28, 2008
MOCK STRIKE HELD AT KOUCHIBOUGUACNATIONAL PARK
- JUST PRACTICING!!!
On Friday, April 25th, approximately 50 members of the National Component (KouchibouguacNational Park) held a mock strike in front of the park entrance. The message was clear, "BARGAIN IN GOOD FAITH!". Members took this opportunity to sign postcards to be sent to their MP at the House of Commons with the following message: "Think Public - It is in the public's interest to ensure that public services are maintained and enhanced, and that the workers who deliver these services are fairly paid." Local President, Rhéal Vautour asked the Superintendent of the Park to send this message to Alan Latourelle.
April 3, 2008
Braving the cold weather and winds of up to 70 km/hr, UPCE locals hold plantgate at Canada Post in New Brunswick:
The executive of local 60105 at the Canada Post Call Centre in Fredericton braved the cold weather and very high winds to distribute leaflets to their members. UPCE Local 60100 in Saint John also distributed the leaflets to their members and members of CUPW this morning. Local 60120 in Moncton also distributed the leaflet to their members. The locals were unanimous in their support of their negotiating team and the proposals. In the picture, we have from Fredericton, Rachel Black, treasurer of local 60105; John Chamberlain, president of local 60105 and Mike Moeller, RVP Atlantic for UPCE.
..........John Chamberlain, Rachel Black ..................Rachel Black, Mike Moeller, John Chamberlain
March 28, 2008
Members mobilized and made good use of
St Patrick's Day in New Brunswick to send a clear message to the Employer that they are supporting their bargaining team!
The Regional Women's Committee in New Brunswick had different ways to celebrate International Women's Day.
While some committees took advantage of this day to gather women at coffee breaks to have some discussions, others held a meeting and one decided to celebrate life and vitality in combining a belly dancing session to their monthly luncheon.
From left to right: Joy-Ann Vautour, RCMP; Joanne Breneol, Secretary RWC (RCMP);
Marilyn Paris, Artistic Director of the Caravan Dancers; Jennifer Boucher, Chair RWC (CFIA)
NEXT MOBILIZATION ACTIVITY FOR TREASURY BOARD MEMBERS IN NEW BRUNSWICK ON MARCH 17, 2008
Hats off to Your Bargaining Team!
On March 17th, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day while having fun and sending a clear message to Treasury Board.
For this occasion, your N.B. PSAC Mobilization Committee is proposing a fun
and simple contest, a Hat day!
GET READY, START PLANNING IN YOUR LOCALS…..!
For more information on contest rules and prizesclick
February 28, 2008
Bargaining teams get support from the New Brunswick
PSAC membership!
In New Brunswick, February 26th was not only about distributing green leaflets in support to the Bargaining teams, it went further. Indeed, on that day,TB members were asked to dress in green to make sure Treasury Board really gets the message. «WE WANT A CONTRACT»!
Members responded very well, here are some photos showing the support.
Thank you to all members for your participation, your Bargaining team will certainly appreciate your support!
February 27, 2008
KOUCHIBOUGUACPARK LOCAL PRESIDENT MEETS WITH
MAYORS OF SURROUNDING AREAS:
On Monday, February 25th, Rhéal Vautour, president of local 60284 met with the Mayors of Richibucto, St-Louis-de-Kent and Rexton in order to discuss a strike avoidance plan. All three (3) mayors were in agreement that a strike at the Park would be economically devastating on the three communities and will work on a plan of action. From left to right, the picture shows Meldric Mazerolle, Mayor of Richibucto, Louis Arsenault, Mayor of St-Louis-de-Kent, Rhéal Vautour, President of Local 60284 and David Hanson, Mayor of Rexton.
February 25, 2008
"KouchibouguacPark local 60284 offers Valentine's card
petition to local MP:
Local president Rhéal Vautour and member Marilyn Simon Ingram visited local MP Dominic LeBlanc and offered him a gigantic Valentine Day's card which was signed by more than half of the members. The MP was very impressed with the card and put it on the wall of his office. The MP was very sympathetic in regards to the student issue and agreed that the regional rates of pay should be abolished once and for all. During this meeting, the MP mentioned that he would bring this subject to the House of Commons during question period. The MP was told by the members that negotiations are now at an impasse
On January 22, 2008, the members of the Alaqsite'w Gitpu School in Listuguj elected their new executive:
Patsy Mallaley, President
Shauna Metallic, Vice-President
Carole Arsenault, Secretary/Treasurer
Dave Caplin, Chief Shop Steward
During this meeting, they also elected their negotiating team members:
Louise Vicaire, Hilda Labillois and Dave Caplin.
This new team looks forward to negotiating its first collective agreement and an opportunity to work together with the Chief and Band Council of Listuguj to improve their school and the education of their children in the spirit of respect.
February 11, 2008
PARK STRATEGIC STRIKE COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRACTICE THEIR STRIKE SKILLS
On January 18, 2008, the Parks Strategic Strike Committee in New Brunswick, which consists of Kouchibouguac Park local president, Rhéal Vautour; Fundy Park local president, Kevin Rossiter and negotiating team member Mike LeBlanc met in Moncton for their first meeting. At lunch time, they took the opportunity to take part of a demonstration in front of MonctonCity Hall in support of CUPE local 1251 who are presently on strike.
January 31, 2008
Members of Park Canada were out on Monday January 28 despite the weather in the Maritimes to distribute information leaflets to their members
Park Canada members arewell aware of the students' issues and will not hesitate to stand to get this issue solved. The elimination of pay Zones is also a major issue for them in this round of negotiations.
Finally, to show support to their negotiating team on their return to the table, both Park locals in New Brunswick, Kouchibouguac 60284,and Fundy 60029 have sent them balloons and a treats basket. (Pictures)
January 3, 2008
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
The Saint John Regional Women's Committee, along with Dear Old Santa and a magician,
hosted their first Christmas Party for children of PSAC members on December 9th, 2007.
The event was a great success and fun for everyone. (Pictures)
December 13, 2007
Keep up the Good Work, Bargaining Team!
At their recent General membership meeting, members of CEIU Local 60269 wanted
their Bargaining Team to know they really value and support the work that the
Bargaining Teams are doing on their behalf and to let them know they stand behind
them 100%.
December 7, 2007
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
The Saint John Regional Women's Committee held a "Lunch & Learn" on December 6th.
Sgt. Doug Lockhart spoke on Violence Against Women. The event was a huge success.
Members of Local 60052, Southern NB RCMP also recognized December 6, 2007.
Many individuals took part in different activities and helped to raise awareness.
Left to right: Janet Nice, Janice Bates, Valerie Paquet and Alice Clarke
Left to right are: Brenda Thorne, Sonia Pineau, Lisa Williams, and Janet Thompson.
November 22, 2007
Municipal Elections 2008 - Moncton Public Forum
December 8th, 2007
The Moncton and District Labour Council, in collaboration with community organizations, is holding a Public Forum entitled: "Moncton: Present and Future Challenges for our City"
The Saint John Regional Women's Committee hosted a "Lunch & Learn" on October 3rd, 2007. Giselle Comeau of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency talked to the women about "Nutrition & Labelling". This event was a great success. RWC will be holding these sessions with various topics on a monthly basis.
Picture - Starting at the left, Jeannine Moore,CFIA- Treasurer; Jennifer Boucher, CFIA - President, Giselle Comeau, CFIA Guest Speaker, Joanne Breneol, RCMP - Secretary.
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