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Join the rally to support public hospitals!
December 7, 2022 by
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A historic victory for workers and public services as the court strikes down Bill 124: OPSEU/SEFPO
November 30, 2022 by
(Reposted from www.opseu.org)
TORONTO – OPSEU/SEFPO is calling it a win for hundreds of thousands of workers as the Ontario Superior Court declares Doug Ford government’s wage-stifling Bill 124 “void and of no effect.”
The decision comes following a court challenge launched by a coalition of unions and associations, including OPSEU/SEFPO, seeking to declare Bill 124’s wage cap unconstitutional. The court found the law violated workers’ right to freedom of association and substantially and unjustifiably interfered with collective bargaining rights.
“This is a historic victory and a further example of what can be accomplished when workers and unions stand together to fight to protect our Charter rights,” said JP Hornick, OPSEU/SEFPO President. “Now we’re calling on the Ford government to accept this decision instead of proceeding with an appeal so we can chart a pathway to a solution to the staffing crisis that is plaguing the public sector.”
Bill 124 caps public sector compensation at one per cent, at a time when inflation is at a forty-year high and when public health care is facing a staffing crisis due to Ford’s wage restrictions.
“This is a win for all workers,” said Laurie Nancekivell, First Vice-President/Treasurer of OPSEU/SEFPO. “Our message to this government is to respect the court’s decision, skip the appeal and move forward to fix the underfunding and understaffing crisis in public services.”
OPSEU/SEFPO will pursue all avenues to re-open negotiations that were stifled by Bill 124.
“This is not the first time this government has sought to attack the rights of workers. We need to make it the last,” said Hornick. “Our members—health care workers, education workers, frontline public service workers–deserve a significant remedy after having their rights trampled and after sacrificing so much during the pandemic and long before it.”
Happy MRT Week November 6 – 12!
November 7, 2022 by
MRT Week is an annual celebration (which falls on the week of November 8th every year) of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.
MRTs deliver professional imaging and radiation-related treatment services with a caring touch, allowing patients to fully benefit from the latest in medical diagnostic and treatment technology.
Thank you MRTs for all you do all year long!
Happy Labour Day message from our Local President
September 5, 2022 by
HAPPY LABOUR DAY TO EVERYONE!
Hope this day finds you all healthy, happy and enjoying, even a small moment of time to reflect on the huge contribution to the workplace, that is, our OPSEU Local 101 and its members. You are the foundation that keeps things running, no matter what. Your dedication and hard work have proven that, without a doubt. We must continue to stand together and support each other. We are stronger when we are joined and we are resilient when we aid each other in our efforts to stand united. Labour Day and every day, is a time to recognize those efforts.
In acknowledgement of that, the annual OPSEU 101 Labour Day Gift Card Draw has been completed. The winners will be posted on the website and emailed to the General Membership early next week with dates and times and locations for the winners to pick up their $50 Gift Card. Congratulations to everyone who won in the random draw.
Today, take the time to reflect on family, friends and colleagues and know that you are appreciated for your efforts on all fronts. Although this Labour Day may find many of us working, may you all have a safe and memorable day.
In Solidarity,
Susan Bohnert Hamelin, OPSEU President Local 101
Labour Day 2022: it’s all about solidarity!
September 2, 2022 by
(reposted from www.opseu.org)
Monday, September 5 is Labour Day, and OPSEU/SEFPO members will be taking part in events in our communities with friends, fellow workers and our labour and community allies to recognise the strength of solidarity and celebrate the labour movement and working people.
It’s especially important this Labour Day for all our members and the wider labour movement to stand alongside OPSEU/SEFPO Local 546 safety inspectors. They have been on strike for more than six weeks fighting for a fair deal from their employer, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA).
Safety inspectors do essential work to keep our communities safe and we stand with them in their fight for respect and a fair deal.
Their employer has prioritized union-busting over public safety. Since safety is a provincial responsibility, we need you to send a message to Premier Doug Ford to intervene and get TSSA back to the table.
Join the Solidarity for Safety mass actions this Labour Day (organized in conjunction with our labour allies):
- Print and sign the Ontario Federation of Labour petition (to be read in the Ontario Legislature by MPP Jamie West). Contact OPSEUCommunications@opseu.org for info on how to return signed petitions.
- Join the TYRLC’s mass text action by texting SAFETY to 55255 and join the call for Ford to put public safety first!
You can also Take Action online – be sure to share the link with friends, family, co-workers, and your communities.
Click here for a full list of Labour Day events in Ontario – and across Canada – provided by the Canadian Labour Congress.
Have a safe and happy Labour Day Weekend!
In solidarity,
JP Hornick, President
Laurie Nancekivell, First Vice-President/Treasurer
Demand Set Meetings – Save the date!
August 26, 2022 by
Attention all OPSEU Local 101 members!
Please save the date for your Demand Set Meeting:
WRH DEMAND SET MEETING- Tuesday Sept 27th
HDGH DEMAND SET MEETING- Wednesday Sept 28th
Location and times to be confirmed in future communications. Dinner will be served.
If you have not done so already, be sure to complete the Demand Set Survey by clicking the link in the above menu bar.
Hospital Professionals Division central bargaining 2022: Explanation of changes to agreement
July 12, 2022 by
As OPSEU local 101 members you may have received a recent email from the OPSEU Hospital Professionals Division and the central bargaining agreement arbitration award.
This agreement was negotiated Centrally so our local will be using it as a comparator for our upcoming bargaining. Even though WRH and HDGH do not bargain Centrally, this is our benchmark entering negotiation.
The Hospital Professionals Division bargaining team has scheduled two virtual information sessions for July 13. Please join them if you are available: 12 to 1 p.m and 7 to 8 p.m.
Click here to go to the main OPSEU website for Zoom links and more information on the arbitration award specifics
Region 1 BBQ on July 12th!
July 7, 2022 by
Your OPSEU Region 1 board is hosting a free BBQ and all local 101 members are welcome to attend!
Where: the OPSEU/SEFPO office, 3005 Marentette Ave, Windsor
When: Tuesday, July 12th from 11am to 2pm
We hope to see many come out and join us for networking and a bite to eat!
Celebrate Health Professionals Week June 19-25!
June 21, 2022 by
Reposted from www.opseu.org
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Every year, in the third week of June, we recognize, celebrate and show our appreciation for the “unstoppable” determination that all our health professionals demonstrate, day-in and day-out.
By marking this very important week and taking the time to come together in solidarity, we hope to have Health Professionals Week legislated soon in Ontario. In the meantime, we must continue to increase awareness of the vast and critical roles you all undertake throughout the entire arc of patient care.
Happy Health Professionals Week!
In solidarity,
Sara Labelle
Chair, OPSEU/SEFPO Hospital Professionals Division
