Sisters and Brothers, These are difficult times around the world. While everyone continues to do their part, I want to take a moment to thank CIU members for stepping up to the plate and facing challenges brought on by COVID. Many of you are at the front line on a daily basis and are doing […]
Sisters and Brothers, While yesterday afternoon’s announcement by the Prime Minister regarding increased measures at the border is a step in the right direction to ensure the safety of Canadians, it is still not entirely clear what the operational ramifications will be for our officers. Our national representatives met with CBSA upper management yesterday in […]
Sisters and Brothers, the Customs and Immigration Union is monitoring closely the ongoing COVID-19 situation. We are conscious that the current state of affairs is concerning to all CIU members, be it for the safety of their family or their own well-being. A large number of CIU members are active on the front lines, where […]
Who is at the highest risk of contracting the virus at work? Front line workers in direct contact with the public are at the highest risk. This may include airport personnel, border services and immigration employees, teaching assistants, passport offices employees, healthcare staff etc. Anyone who comes in close proximity with a possibly infected individual […]
Strike votes As the number of reported cases of the coronavirus rise in Canada, it is important that PSAC take precautions and act proactively to safeguard the health and safety of our members, as well as the Canadian public. In keeping with recommendations from both local and national health authorities, the union has made the […]
