2019: The Year Ahead

The New Year will see the Institute continue to be very active in defending the interests of its members, and I would like to take this opportunity to keep you informed of some of the key issues we will be facing over the next twelve months.

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) extends its heartfelt condolences to the victims, families and friends affected by last week’s OC Transpo accident at Westboro station in Ottawa, along with our hopes that those injured are able to recover soon.

We also recognize that such tragedies affect many people within our community beyond those directly affected and can contribute to mental as well as physical distress. If, as a result, you or someone you know requires assistance, we encourage you to contact one of the community services below.

Confidential, 24/7 assistance and crisis counselling are also available to PIPSC members through your Employment Assistance Services (EAS) at the following numbers:

1-800-268-7708 or 1-800-567-5803 (for persons with a hearing impairment).

Source: PIPSC Mental Health Resources Guide.

Distress Centre Ottawa

Ottawa Public Health

Members who have difficulty connecting with these resources can contact us directly at Ask Us.

Members who wish to extend their condolences can do so at the City of Ottawa’s Twitter address.

2019 SP AGM – Save the Date The National Executive is pleased to announce that the 2019 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Applied Science and Patent Examination (SP) Group will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019.

Annual General Meeting Cape Breton Branch and AFS Sydney Sub-Group

Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Place: Hearthstone Inn, 560 Kings Road, Sydney

Agenda:

5:15 – 6:00: AFS Sub Group AGM

  • Update from President
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Election

6:00 – 6:45: Cape Breton Branch AGM

  • Update from President
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Election

7:00: Dinner

The Team will be hosting two open houses next week on Tuesday and Wednesday to solicit input from the members on issues or concerns to be addressed during this round of bargaining. Please drop in and join us for coffee/tea and snacks!

The SP Group Executive and Bargaining Team wish you a very happy New Year 2019!

Bargaining will not be easy, so your engagement will be of great help.

We will aim for the best Collective Agreement, the one we deserve.

Lake