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Name tags group grievance: Nearly 2,000 signatures collected

Photo of BSO with words "Name tags NJC group grievance" along with a name tag with the word "target" on it

Last fall, we sent a call to action by inviting all members who wear name tags to add their names to our National Joint Council Group Grievance, which argues that the employer’s decision to mandate the wearing of name tags is in contravention of the NJC’s Uniforms Directive.

It bears repeating again: CBSA’s name tag policy contributes to a dangerous work environment, and needlessly endangers officers. Since this policy has been implemented, members all across the country have suffered threats, been harassed, and have had to worry about the safety of their family all because they could easily be identified by disgruntled members of the public.

Well, CIU members responded to our call to action in droves: We recently filed the grievance with the employer after collecting nearly 2,000 signatures. That impressive display of solidarity illustrates what we know all too well: CBSA’s name tag policy needs to end.

We’ll make sure to keep you updated as the grievance process progresses. In the meantime, rest assured that we’ll keep pushing for a safer work environment for all.

NJC Group Grievance – Wearing of Name Tags

Photo of BSO with words "Name tags NJC group grievance" along with a name tag with the word "target" on it

As we’ve pointed out before, CBSA’s name tag policy continues to foster a dangerous work environment for our members, having already brought much harm since it was put in place 7 years ago.

In our continued efforts to bring an end to this ill-conceived policy, CIU is moving forward with a National Joint Council Group Grievance, arguing that the employer’s decision to mandate the wearing of name tags is in contravention of Part XIV of the NJC’s Uniforms Directive.

As part of the Group Grievance, all CIU Branches will be collecting signatures from members who are affected by the policy, using the FPSLREB’s Form 19 – Consent of aggrieved employees to the presentation of a group grievance. This is what the form looks like:

Sample form 19 for group grievanceIt is crucial that all who wear a name tag sign this Group Grievance, so talk to your Branch President or your local Steward to participate, or for any questions you may have.