Announcements

It is with great sadness that we announce that Paul Skinner passed away peacefully on September 2, 2023, at age 68. Paul was surrounded by family including his wife Anna, and daughters Marena and Melanie.

The government spending review found more savings than expected but there is no indication they intend to reduce the amount wasted on costly IT consulting. Now is the time for the government to hone in on our recommendations and work to develop a long-term, strategic approach to IT within the government.

With the announcement by the Front commun intersyndical du secteur public québécois that a second strike sequence will take place from November 21 to 23, and the announcement by the Fédération autonome de l'enseignement (FAE) that an indefinite strike may be called as of November 23, the closure

We add our support to calls for a ceasefire and stand up to any expression of hatred within our communities.

PIPSC has put out a detailed guide for members of the Public Service Healthcare Plan to help navigate some of the more complex plan changes and explain the appeals processes when a claim is denied.  Members are enc

Live stream of the PIPSC convention 2023, including the Annual General Meeting

There have been some changes to the NJC Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive that came effective August 1, 2023 that affect members located in various Isolated Post locations.

Steven Raphael is a PIPSC member and has been a First Nation Health Authority (FNHA) worker since 2011.

We are looking for volunteers who have a passion for Canada’s labour movement and are willing to commit to the full duration of the 3-year term on behalf of PIPSC.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Glenn Schur on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.

William "Bill" Giggie August 4, 1942 — September 10, 2023 After a valiant health battle, Bill has left us to reunite in heaven with his beloved mother, Isabel, & father, Robert Giggie.

The PIPSC contingent will meet at 11AM in front of the Parliament LRT station and leave to march to Parliament Hill at 11:15AM sharp.

We welcome the announcement of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s new cabinet. We look forward to a new tone of collaboration with Treasury Board.

This is a major victory for the recognition of work performed mainly by women, and the first step towards closing the wage gap that still persists!

Our dear friend and colleague Martine Lacroix has passed away. We want to offer our deepest condolences to Martine’s family, friends, colleagues and fellow union members.

PIPSC’s survey says a significant number of public service professionals are considering leaving their roles

PIPSC’s survey says a significant number of public service professionals are considering leaving their roles

Seventy percent of survey respondents reported being dissatisfied with how RTO policies were implemented – citing issues like the commuting time and cost, work-life balance, and environmental impacts as top concerns.

National Public Service Week begins on June 11, and we have a lot of things to shine a light on this year.

PIPSC President Jennifer Carr has released the following statement:

PIPSC President Jennifer Carr has released the following statement:

PIPSC President Jennifer Carr has released the following statement:

Solidarity with striking PSAC workers.

PIPSC will be suspending our participation in consultations with Federal Government Employers until such time as the PSAC strike has concluded.

What you need to know.

We are greatly saddened to announce the passing of our colleague and friend Terry Sing.

We are greatly saddened to announce the passing of our colleague and friend Gary Doerr.

Know your rights in case of a PSAC strike

We offer our sincere condolences to Laureen’s friends and family

To mark Mental Illness Awareness Week PIPSC teamed up with the Canadian Mental Health Association for a workshop on mental illness in the workplace.

The 2023 PIPSC AGM will take place November 26 - 29 in Montreal.

Use this form to flag any health and safety or other concerns pertaining to your return to office so we can continue to advocate on your behalf and give you the support you need.

Today’s announcement is the total opposite of what the Treasury Board has been promising.

On November 29, 2022 Treasury Board President Mona Fortier announced the appointment of an expert panel to review the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act (PSDPA).

  On behalf of its members and staff, the Institute is proud to honour all Canadians who served during the various wars in which our great nation participated.

The Institute is saddened to learn of the untimely passing of our friend and colleague, Brandon Wilson. A PIPSC steward at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Brandon passed away on October 23, 2022 at the age of 36.  He will be missed.