The real negotiations have begun!  The RE Bargaining Team held two full-day meetings with the Treasury Board and management representatives on September 23 and 24. Both sides presented their non-monetary proposals and placeholders, along with opening arguments and rationale. As usual, we will tackle pay and compensation later in the negotiations process. The first session …

The Research (RE) Group executive invites nominations for the RE Group Commendation. Nominations are due November 30, 2026. Send your nomination via this form and please send to re-commendation-mention@pipsc.ca. Members may self-nominate, but will require the support of three other RE members in good standing. This award recognizes deserving RE Group members and members of …

The RE Group Executive is very pleased to announce the winner of this year’s RE Group Commendation. This year’s winner is Leah Sander, a Historical Researcher from Library and Archives Canada (LAC). As a steward for over a decade, Leah Sander has consistently supported the Historical Researchers (HRs) at Library and Archives Canada through good …

When: Tuesday 25 Aug, 5:00-6:30pm Where: Pacific Forestry Centre wellness garden (to the right of the main entrance behind the header house) Pizza, snacks, and pop will be provided. Come with your questions or concerns about work-related issues, or just to socialize. Stewards will be on hand to meet new members. If you have any …

The RE Group will commence active bargaining in September and has selected the binding arbitration path in the event of impasse. On June 16, 2026, the Institute served notice to the Employer of its intention to commence collective bargaining to revise the Research (RE) Group’s collective agreement with the Treasury Board of Canada, set to …