2021 Branch Elections — Elections Kit, Documents, and Important Dates
April 7, 2021
The 2021 Branch Elections Kit is now available.
Your rights at work: Vaccinations and COVID-19 screening
April 1, 2021
As more Canadian workers become eligible for COVID-19 vaccines and some employers make plans for a gradual return to workplaces, it’s more important than ever to know your rights when it comes to mandatory vaccinations and COVID-19 testing. Since every province and territory has their own public health recommendations, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but you […]
PSAC’s Black History Month panel discussions — now available
March 31, 2021
As part of Black History Month 2021, PSAC organized a series of panel discussions that looked at the issues facing Black workers and to honor the contributions of Black labour activists in this country. PSAC is now making these discussions available online for everyone’s benefit. See the following page for more information.
Crossings at the Lacolle Port of Entry: Clarification — Statement by Jean-Pierre Fortin, CIU National President
March 31, 2021
I would like to clarify some of the comments I made in an interview with Mario Dumont on his TVA/LCN news program that were upsetting to many, particularly to members of the Jewish community. In the interview, which took place on March 26, I spoke with Mario Dumont about the significant influx of travellers at […]
COVID-19 vaccination for frontline CBSA officers and employees: Letter to Minister Blair
March 25, 2021
CIU National President Jean-Pierre Fortin sent the following letter to the Hon. Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, on March 25, 2021. Dear Minister Blair, With vaccination against COVID-19 now ongoing across Canada, I wish to highlight the urgent need for the members of the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU), who work […]