“At a time when Canadians are anxious about tariffs, affordability and rising costs, we need to strengthen what supports them—not weaken it," said Sean O’Reilly, President of PIPSC.
Top Issues
Are you a new PIPSC member? Start here.
Welcome to PIPSC, Canada's largest multi-profession union. Are you a new member? There’s a lot to learn and we’ll help you figure it all out.
Return to Workplaces
PIPSC is working to ensure all plans to return our members to their workplaces follow the core principles of safety, flexibility, fairness and clarity.
Defending public science
Read our Gender Equity in Fieldwork: A Guide for Employees and Managers. The report's findings show that most science-based departments and agencies lack clear policies or guidelines to ensure the health and safety of women and gender minorities in field research settings.
News
To help our members make an informed choice on April 28, we sent a non-partisan survey to Canada's major political parties. We asked the parties where they stand on the issues most important to our members.
We received responses from The Green Party of Canada and the Bloc Québécois. We will provide translation of the responses as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
The Legacy Foundation Scholarship program is seeking volunteers to participate in the selection process for scholar applications.
U.S. federal workforce is facing unprecedented cuts under Trump's second term. Mass layoffs, research bans, funding freezes, union-busting, and DEI elimination create chaos by design. Canada should take warning, as Poilievre's rhetoric and record mirrors Trump's approach, threatening public services, pensions, and essential programs Canadians depend on.
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Delbert “Del” Dickson, a dedicated leader, passionate advocate, and cherished friend. Del’s unwavering commitment to his profession and community left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing him.